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by PATTY CATALANO
I challenged myself to find budget-friendly school snacks on a recent visit to Costco. Here are 10 snacks from Costco that won’t break the bank.
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Image Credit: Patty Catalano
Make the transition back to the school easier with a sweet treat. These mini cookies are the perfect size for lunch-box desserts.
These yogurt smoothies have you covered with 6 grams of protein per bottle.
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Image Credit: Patty Catalano
Tip: Make opening the package easier for little kids by peeling back the plastic slightly before packing it in the lunch box.
Who says cereal is just for breakfast? Frosted Mini Wheats are crunchy, slightly sweet, and a good alternative to standard snacks.
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Image Credit: Patty Catalano
While you won’t fool a kid into thinking they’re a potato chip, they are crispy, slightly salty, and fun to eat.
This snack is perfect for the kid who can’t decide between salty and sweet.
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Image Credit: Patty Catalano
These plantain chips are crisp and salty. They're worth the extra effort to split the big bag into individual servings to save some cash.
The oranges are sweet and ready-to-go, so they’re perfect to keep on hand for weeks when I miss my weekly produce run.
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Image Credit: Patty Catalano
Cut a small slit in the center and stuff with chocolate chips, or use them to make date bars or easy date caramels.
Part granola bar and part cookie, these hunks are perfect lunch-box fare.
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