25 Ways to Have a "Ball" at Snack Time

Stuck in a snack time rut? We understand your struggle. After a while, it's hard to make classic treats exciting. But you don't have to change what you're cooking to please your child's taste buds. You just have to change how it looks. From savory to sweet, your kids will have a ball making and eating these spherical snacks!

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Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Bites

Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Bites

And They Cooked Happily Ever After's apple cinnamon quinoa bites are the perfect delicious and nutritious grab-and-go breakfast. Source: And They Cooked Happily Ever After

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Slow-Cooker Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti

Slow-Cooker Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti

These tender turkey meatballs simmer all day for a tasty spaghetti dinner the whole family will love. Source: Mommy Hates Cooking

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Rice Krispies Cake Pops

Rice Krispies Cake Pops

A chocolate-coated Rice Krispies treat on a stick?! Little ones can take responsibility for the chocolate-dipping part of preparation. Source: Joy Is So Simple

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Dougnut Holes
Chez Us

Dougnut Holes

The best thing about Chez Us's sugary treat is that it's baked — not fried!

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Pizza Balls
Weelicious

Pizza Balls

Shake up pizza night with Weelicious's pizza balls.

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Cinnabon Balls
Tablespoon user Buns in My Oven

Cinnabon Balls

Thanks to Buns in My Oven, you can experience the sweetness of Cinnabon whenever you want.

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Peanut Butter Granola Balls
Two Peas and Their Pod

Peanut Butter Granola Balls

Though the recipe calls for craisins, you can use any dried fruit your child wants.

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Spinach-Cheese Balls
Tablespoon

Spinach-Cheese Balls

Serve these veggie-packed snacks alongside marinara sauce for an Italian twist.

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Puffed Rice Snowballs

Puffed Rice Snowballs

The kids will love Food Network Kitchen's puffed rice snowballs, which are packed with flaxseeds and sunflower seeds. Source: Food Network Kitchen

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Asian Meatballs
Gimme Some Oven

Asian Meatballs

Italians aren't the only ones who know how to make a mean meatball.

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Cake Pops

Cake Pops

One of the most versatile desserts, cake pops can be made using any flavor and designed to look like anything you want!

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Pizza Balls

Prosciutto-Wrapped Pizza Balls

This meaty dish from A Bitter Sweet Wife wraps savory prosciutto around dollops of creamy cheese filling for a wonderful reinvented pizza treat. Source: A Bitter Sweet Wife

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Philly Cheesesteak Balls
Tablespoon user Inspired Taste

Philly Cheesesteak Balls

This remake of a Philadelphia staple is perfect for a kids' party or fun family dinners.

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Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
I Heart Nap Time

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

Though I Heart Nap Time uses homemade mac, you can easily use the boxed variety.

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Turkey Pineapple Meatballs

Turkey Pineapple Meatballs

Your family will think they've been transported to a Hawaiian barbecue while enjoying these tropical meatballs. Photo: Sarah Lipoff

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No-Bake Energy Balls
Gimme Some Oven

No-Bake Energy Balls

Gimme Some Oven's no-cook bites will keep your tots going all day long.

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Stuffed Pizza Rolls

Stuffed Pizza Rolls

Hands down, stuffed pizza rolls are one of all kids' favorite ways to eat pizza. Toss a big green salad, and dinner is served! Source: Pie Birds, Buttons, and Muddy Puddles

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Double-Chocolate Popcorn Balls

Double-Chocolate Popcorn Balls

Tee off with double-chocolate popcorn balls — a special treat for special occasions. Source: The Popcorn Board

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Peanut Butter Crunch Balls
Mel's Kitchen Cafe

Peanut Butter Crunch Balls

A combination of cereal is key to giving this creamy treat some texture.

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Turkey and Zucchini Quinoa Meatballs

Turkey and Zucchini Quinoa Meatballs

Even quinoa-averse kids will go back for seconds when they try Cookin' Canuck's baked turkey and zucchini quinoa meatballs. Source: Cookin' Canuck

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Tablespoon user Inspired Taste

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

The only thing better than chocolate and peanut butter is rolling the two together.

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Pumpkin Spice Brownie Bites

Pumpkin Spice Brownie Bites

Just in time for Fall, these decadent pumpkin spice brownie bites from Inside BruCrew Life will make everyone's mouths water.