5 No-Mess Car Snacks
With these smart car snacks in your arsenal, the kids will be too busy munching to even utter an "Are we there yet?"
Updated Jul 17, 2025

Applesauce with straw
Puncture the foil top with a straw for a spill-free snack.

Customized trail mix bags
Let kids fill them with faves and they'll be gobbled up.

Homemade smoothies
Freeze and store in a cooler for a sweet, icy treat.

Mini pancakes
Baked in a muffin tin before you go, they're the perfect breakfast for an early start.

Hummus or nut butter with veg or fruit in a jar
Dip without any drips.

This article was originally published on May 18, 2021
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