Snack smarter with these 10 healthier travel friendly snacks that are easy to take anywhere. These gluten free travel snacks range from vegan, grain free, dairy free, and paleo options.
Hello friends!
I write this from Liverpool having just come back from a quick weekend in Dublin. I’ve got one day to get my bearings before I head to Arizona to spend Thanksgiving with my family.
That being said, I’m trying to be on my best behavior by not checking into vacation mode too soon and not eat all the airport junk (the really addicting and delicious airport junk) that tempts me at every terminal. As much as I love pop tarts and cheez-itz, I genuinely feel better giving the junk food a miss.
Here’s a list of 10 healthier travel friendly snacks that are easy to pack on the road, get you through the TSA, and take with you anywhere. All of these snacks are gluten free with many vegan, nut free, and Paleo options available.
Enjoy!
Carrot Cake Bliss Balls
Get the carrot cake flavours you love without all the hassle through these easy to make no bake energy bites! Blended up dates, walnuts, coconut, carrots and spices make for a healthy and wholesome snack you can grab in a pinch. | Gluten Free + Paleo + Vegan
Turmeric Stove Top Paleo Granola
15 minute stove top paleo granola spiced with turmeric and cinnamon and sweetened with a touch of maple syrup | Paleo + Vegan
Chocolate Chip Sunflower Seed Cookies
The next time someone tells you to eat your greens - grab a cookie!
Turmeric Snack Bites
Chocolate and Turmeric Snack Bites - perfect little bites for when you're in need of a quick snack or are craving something sweet! Gluten Free + Vegan + Paleo
Chocolatey Hazelnut Date Balls
Like a healthy Ferrero Rocher Truffle without all the added junk! Enjoy as is or finish off with a chocolate drizzle of dusting of cocoa powder! | Paleo + Vegan
Oat Free Monster Cookies
This recipe calls for shredded or desiccated coconut in place of quick cooking oats making it a great option for celiac's and those following a strict gluten-free diet where oats are not suitable. Make sure to check out the recipe notes for egg and dairy free options.
Chocolate Covered Dates
Spruce them up with added nuts, seeds, butters, etc or keep it simple with the chocolate coating.
Chocolate Covered Blueberries (Fresh or Dried)
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a healthy treat in the form of these Chocolate Covered Blueberries! Made with only 3 ingredients: chocolate, coconut oil and blueberries. This recipe can be made with both fresh and dried blueberries!
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Learn how to make oven roasted chickpeas that are actually crispy and stay that way!
Golden Almond Cookies
Soft, chewy middles and slightly crispy cookie edges - these Golden Almond Cookies will be ready before you know it!
Peanut Butter No Bake Granola Bars
Soft and chewy Peanut Butter No Bake Granola Bars with mixed nuts, seeds and dark chocolate chips - only 7 ingredients and about 15 minutes to make! Gluten Free + Vegan & Low FODMAP Options
Blueberry Paleo Energy Balls
One bowl, easy to make Blueberry Paleo Energy Balls - made with a blend of nuts and seeds for just the right amount of crunch and studded with sweet and chewy dried blueberries!
Tamari Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Easy, tamari roasted pumpkin seeds. Salty, crunchy, and ridiculously moorish.
Sweet Potato Paleo Crackers
Complete your next snack board with these Sweet Potato Paleo Crackers - only 7 ingredients needed & easy to make! |Grain Free + Vegan
Gluten Free Crackers Recipe
One bowl, easy to make homemade gluten free crackers - perfect to keep around when you quick snack! Gluten Free + Low FODMAP + Vegan Option
Cheesy Gluten Free Crackers
These homemade cheesy gluten free crackers are easier to make than you might think. With just six, basic ingredients and a little patience waiting for the dough to chill you’ll be done before you know it! | Gluten Free + Nut Free + Gum Free
Gluten Free Graham Crackers
Instead of using using graham flour or wheat flour as is usually found in graham crackers recipes - this one uses gluten free all purpose flour and gram flour (also known as besan or garbanzo flour) made from chickpeas! | Gluten Free + Gum Free + Vegan Option
Grain Free Ginger Cookies
Soft and chewy grain free ginger cookies made with ginger, ground almonds, and blackstrap molasses. Paleo, Vegan, and low FODMAP
What do you snack on?
Feel free to leave a comment sharing your favourite gluten free and vegan travel snacks! I’ll also happily accept any snack suggestions in general – I’m always up for a good snack!
Carina says
Nice round up of some great recipes!
Sarah says
Thanks, Carina!
Kelly Lloyd says
Wow what a great selection – literally wanting some Tamari almonds right about now!!
Sarah says
Right?! The almonds and the spicy cashews sound like heaven!
Kathi @ laughingspatula.com says
Perfect timing – I’ve got two trips coming up and I’m always eating bad on travel day!
Sarah says
Yay for timing!
Lia says
I’d like to try this recipe!
Jenn says
What a great roundup! I love portable snacks! Thanks for including my Sunflower Fig Balls!
Sarah says
Of course! They look/sound amazing! Thank YOU
Lyndsay says
So many great ideas. I’m definitely saving this one. I get glutened every time we travel. It’s about time that I started planning ahead a little. Thanks for sharing ?
Sarah says
When my husband and I flew to Holland this past summer we went through a smaller airport and could only find one thing that we could verify was gluten free – no cross contamination or anything. After that I realized that we’d just have to figure it out ourselves. So frustrating!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
all such great ideas to have on hand while traveling. those banana date bars just got added to my must-try list!
Sarah says
Thanks, Lindsay!
Katie @ 24 Carrot Life says
Such a great roundup! I always need snacks so I’m pinning this for sure! Thanks for sharing my popcorn recipe 🙂
Sarah says
My pleasure! I’m such a sucker for popcorn -especially when it comes to travel!
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
What a great round up!! Love this!
Sarah says
Thanks, Kristen 🙂
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
These are such great ideas! I have lots of work travel coming up so having healthy snacks with me is always a good idea!
Sarah says
Thanks, Liz! Glad you like it