What to Put in a School Lunchbox? Easy Ideas for Kids

Wondering what to pack in the school lunchbox? We’ve got you covered! 🥪

You don’t need to make complicated recipes every morning. A simple mix of familiar favourites, a little variety and something your child enjoys can make lunchtime much easier.

Here are some easy lunchbox ideas to try when you’re running out of inspiration.

🥓 Bacon & Egg Muffins

A great alternative to the usual sandwich!

These easy bacon & egg muffins are tasty, filling and perfect for popping into a lunchbox.

👉 Get the Bacon & Egg Muffin recipe

🍗 Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Chicken nuggets are always a favourite!

Make your own easy chicken nuggets in the oven or air fryer, then add them to the lunchbox with some fruit and veggies.

👉 Get the Homemade Chicken Nugget recipe

🍓 Snackle Box

Who doesn't love a lunchbox filled with lots of little snacks?

Fill a snack box with a mix of fruit, crackers, cheese and other favourites. It's an easy way to make lunchtime more fun.

👉 Get Snackle Box ideas

🍚 Quick Fried Rice

Looking for something warm and filling?

This 10-minute fried rice is a quick, kid-approved option that's perfect for packing into a food jar.

👉 Get the 10-Minute Fried Rice recipe

🍕 Pizza Bagels

Because pizza for lunch is always a good idea!

Pizza bagels are quick, easy and a fun change from the usual sandwich.

👉 Get the Pizza Bagel recipe

💡 Keep It Simple

Still stuck for ideas?

Try this simple lunchbox formula:

Main + Fruit + Veg + Snack + Drink

Mix and match your child's favourite foods and don't worry about making every lunchbox different.

The best lunchbox is one that actually gets eaten! ❤️

Our Newest Recipe 

A lunchbox filler for when everyone is completely over “the usual” 🙌

This pastry sandwich is easy to make, packs well and is SO easy to switch up depending on what you’ve got in the fridge.

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