School lunchbox

Cranberries are very high in antioxidants and nutrients, giving them superfood status. They go perfectly as a sauce with chicken and melted cheese.

Sixteen strokes is usually enough when mixing muffin batter. Any pockets of flour help to give them their characteristic texture. Milk can be used in place of buttermilk. These muffins are best served on the day of making. Note

Use a light hand when adding flour. Overmixing will produce a tough cake with not much volume. Note

Packed with fruit and seeds, these gluten-free cranberry and honey muesli bars bars are perfect for a morning or afternoon pick-me-up. They're also nut-free, so feel free to add them to the kids' lunch boxes.

These little fibre-packed cookies are the perfect treat to add to a school lunch box or for an afternoon treat.

These muesli bars are the perfect after-school snack for kids on the go. They are packed full of the protein of peanut butter and energy-boosting honey.

date and orange; fruit and spice (top tier) basic; choc chip and walnut (bottom tier) Note

Whip up these cheesy frittatas for a lovely light lunch at home or pack in a lunchbox with salad to take to work.

Make your own roasted honey and soy nuts and add them to your selection of nibbles at your next gathering and watch them disappear.

You can also bake this mixture in one loaf pan;­ it will take about 45 minutes to cook. Loaves are best made on the day of serving. Note

These veggie-packed mini frittatas make a perfect lunch for kids.

Perfect for the lunchbox, these easy berry muffins make a delicious morning or afternoon snack.

These flapjacks make a great snack for lunchboxes or to serve as morning tea. We used dried pineapple, papaya and mango in this recipe. You could also try chopped dates or figs.

A new version of a old favourite, this chocolate crackle slice updates the classic chocolate crackle. Cut into bars for a crunchy treat if you prefer.

These spiced, fluffy apple muffins are made even more delicious with a crunchy streusel topping.

Enjoy this classic Middle Eastern dip with vegetable sticks, crackers, bread or meats. It's easy to make and packed full of the goodness of chickpeas.

For rice vinegared water, add 1 tablespoon rice vinegar to medium bowl of water. Note

A crumbly topping hides a surprise in these fluffy apple muffins.

This delicious, filling sandwich is perfect for the lunchbox.

makes 48 per mini maki 0.2g fat; 94kJ (22 cal) CHICKEN TERIYAKI VARIATION You can make another easy mini maki by replacing the tuna and cucumber with 2 chicken tenderloins (150g) that have been marinated for 1 hour in 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, then cooked through and sliced thinly. Follow the method above to step […]

Serve this salad warm or cold for a light, healthy and satisfying lunch. It is also perfect for work or school lunch boxes.

Kids will love these fluffy apple and cinnamon muffins.

Perfect for school lunches, picnics or after-school snacks and equally delicious hot or cold, these mini leek and parmesan fritters will always satisfy hungry mouths.

You can substitute the extra ricotta with cream cheese, if you like. Note

The beauty of this meat loaf is that you can use regular sausage mince, or buy your favourite sausages and simply squeeze the mince from the skins. We love it with creamy mash and greens.

Topped with fresh spinach and dollops of horseradish cream, this easy salmon frittata is perfect for a busy, hungry cook.

You need about two medium carrots to get enough grated carrot for this recipe. Spoon the mixture evenly into the paper cases in pan. Sift the icing sugar into a heatproof bowl. Stir in the butter and enough orange juice to make a firm paste. Put bowl of icing mixture over a saucepan of simmering […]

If using frozen raspberries, don’t thaw them, as the colour will run. Granny smith or golden delicious apples are both good varieties to use in this recipe. Note

Wiping the knife with a damp cloth will make cutting the sushi roll easier. You need a sushi or bamboo mat, available from Asian food stores and most supermarkets for this recipe. Nori is a type of dried seaweed used in Japanese cooking as a flavouring, garnish or for sushi. It is sold in thin […]

Topped and tailed with caramelised apple, these delightful tea cakes can be served up for morning or afternoon tea, and would be a different and welcome addition to the school lunchbox.

Great for brunch, the lunch box or with soup.

Packed with vegetables, ham and scrambled egg, this fried rice is so simple to make and is great for the lunchbox.

This salad makes great leftovers for a packed lunch.

Kids will adore these vegemite-flavoured scones filled with more vegemite and sliced tomatoes.

This easy frittata makes a delicious light dinner and is also great for the lunchbox.

Served with a spicy dipping sauce, these crispy beef and corn fritters make an excellent light meal or packed lunch.

These gluten-free mini quiches are great for a school or work lunch.

For an easy, light meal or snack, you cannot go past a delicious vegetable frittata.

This golden dish makes an excellent main course with a dollop of pesto and salad, or as a side dish with meat. Great for the lunchbox, too!

If you can’t find a bell-shaped cutter, make a bell template from heavy card, place on dough and cut around it. MAKES 24 Note

Packing a small tub of healthy dip for school encourages kids to eat fresh vegetable sticks as a snack. Note

A guacamole and ham wrap is an easy way to make your childs lunch tasty and nutritious. Wraps are often a hit with those who dislike ordinary sandwiches.

A chicken, celery and avocado sandwich is packed with protein and good fats, an excellent option for school lunches.

Try these delicious morsels for your next afternoon tea.

You can use blueberries or cranberries instead of goji, if you like. Store bars in an air-tight container for up to 1 week. Note