Your child's snack dabba got a millennial mom makeover
Pack this travel-friendly crunchiness
Growing up, our mothers carried entire picnic baskets on road trips out of the city. Bhaji rolled into puris, a ziplock bag of dry fruits, and cheese chutney sandwiches stacked neatly for the entire family. Nothing was left to chance. The adults sipped chai from steel thermoses, we sang along to scratchy film songs on the stereo, and the car smelled faintly of aloo bhujiya.
Fast forward to now, and millennial motherhood looks very different. Between work, home, children, and caring for ageing parents, our energy often runs on reserve. The idea of packing a full-fledged dabba and making your own almond milk can feel ambitious even on a good day. Some times it’s okay to lean into the chaos and rely on a handful of crunchy snacks to keep kids content (and meltdowns at bay) on the move.
7 Snack brands for your kids that adults will love too
KLAW Supersprout Sticks (Pudina Punch), ₹20
Your child may run a mile from jowar, but put it in the form of chatpataa pudina flavoured sticks and suddenly it’s love at first crunch. Made with sprouted moong and jowar, Klaw’s super sprout sticks bring back the joy of those nostalgic snacks we grew up on. The brand says they’re baked and pack in 9g of protein, making them just as appealing for grown-ups as they are for kids. Whether you’re sharing a bag during movie time or crushing them into a quick bhel, this is one snack that’s meant to be enjoyed together.
GubGub Mango Melts, ₹330
Created by two moms, GubGub strikes the tricky balance between nutrition and taste, without making snacks feel like a compromise. Their Mango Melts are made using 100% real mango pulp, sweetened naturally with jaggery. These bite-sized treats are created for toddlers who like to grab and munch independently. Crisp on the outside and melt-in-the-mouth inside, they’re made using freeze and heat drying instead of preservatives, helping them stay fresh for longer. Also available in Pineapple and Coconut and Berries, they’re the kind of snacks you’ll want to stash for both everyday nibbling and emergency hunger meltdowns.
Pluckk Cold-pressed Mixed Berries Juice, ₹139
Remember how every school trip meant a tetra pack of Frooti tucked safely into our backpacks? Some things never change, kids still love a sweet, cold juice they can gulp down, especially during long journeys. If you’re trying to cut down on preservatives and excess sugar, Pluckk’s cold-pressed juices make a refreshing alternative. Their Mixed Berries Juice blends strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry with a hint of sugarcane juice, creating a drink that feels both indulgent and wholesome.
Early Foods millet & jaggery cookies, ₹199 each
These wholesome treats are made with grains like ragi and jowar, enriched with nuts, and sweetened with jaggery and dates. Buttery, comforting, and easy to chew, even for kids who are teething, they’re available in multiple flavours with ragi and chocolate being a bestseller. Designed for little ones but loved by adults, so don’t be surprised if a few mysteriously disappear before snack time.
Eat Better Co Orange and Chocolate Laddoos, ₹84 (for a pack of 7)
They may not be dadi ke haath ke laddoos, but they result in the same burst of joy. These orange and cacao laddoos combine chocolatey richness with dates, almonds, coconut, and vanilla, creating the perfect Venn diagram of kids’ snacks that is minimal added sugar, budget-friendly and ingredients you can actually pronounce. Rich, filling, and naturally energising, one laddoo is usually enough to keep little tummies happy till the next meal.
Natch Thai Rice Sesame Chips, ₹275
If you’re raising your child vegan, these Thai rice chips deserve permanent pantry space. Made with toasted Thai rice and sprinkled with sesame seeds, they’re light, crunchy, and deeply satisfying. With no gluten or preservatives, these are ideal for fuss-free snacking, especially when taste alone is reason enough to stock up.
Sweet Karam Coffee Banana Chips, ₹186
In the pyramid of childhood snacks, banana chips got top-tier status. Sweet Karam Coffee’s homestyle Nendhiram chips are made in coconut oil and lightly salted, making them perfect for kids who prefer simpler flavours. With no heavy masalas, these chips work just as well in lunchboxes as they do for travel snacking. Expect empty containers and repeat demands.
