Quick Answer

Start with a fruit bar or crunchables pouch as the base, then add a protein source, a vegetable or fruit side, and a drink. That’s It fruit bars and crunchables are made with just fruit, no added sugar or preservatives, so they fit neatly into a balanced lunchbox without extra prep.

Why Fruit Bars and Crunchables Work for Lunchboxes

Fruit bars and crunchables are shelf-stable, portable, and require no refrigeration until opened. That makes them ideal for school lunchboxes that sit in a locker or backpack for hours. Because they are made entirely from fruit with no added sugar, preservatives, or common allergens like nuts and gluten, they suit most dietary needs and simplify packing for parents.

Choosing the Right Size for Your Child

That’s It Mini Fruit Bars come in 20g bars, while the standard Fruit Bars are 35g. For younger kids or smaller appetites, the mini size is a better fit. For older children or those who need more energy for after-school activities, the full-size bar offers more fruit per serving. The Fruit Crunchables are bite-sized and work well as a snack alongside a main lunch item.

Steps to Pack a Balanced Lunchbox

  1. Choose Your Fruit Base: Select one fruit bar or crunchables pouch as the sweet component. For younger kids, a Mini Fruit Bar (20g) is enough. For older kids, a full-size Fruit Bar (35g) or a crunchables pouch works better. Checkpoint: Avoid pairing two fruit-based sweets; one fruit bar is sufficient to keep sugar intake moderate.
  2. Add a Protein Source: Pair the fruit bar with a protein like cheese sticks, yogurt tubes, hard-boiled eggs, or nut-free seed butter. Protein helps sustain energy through the afternoon and balances the natural sugars from fruit. Common mistake: Skipping protein leads to energy crashes. Always include at least one protein item.
  3. Include a Vegetable or Fruit Side: Add cut vegetables (carrot sticks, cucumber slices) or a small fruit like apple slices or berries. This adds fiber and volume without extra sugar. Checkpoint: If you already used a fruit bar, choose a vegetable side to avoid too much fruit in one meal.
  4. Pack a Drink and a Small Treat (Optional): Water or milk is the best drink. If your child expects a treat, the fruit bar already serves that role. For extra crunch, add a small handful of plain popcorn or a few whole-grain crackers. Common mistake: Adding a separate sugary treat on top of the fruit bar doubles the sugar. Let the fruit bar be the treat.
  5. Assemble and Store Safely: Place the fruit bar or crunchables pouch in a dry compartment of the lunchbox. Keep perishable items like yogurt or cheese in an insulated container with an ice pack. The fruit bars do not need refrigeration until opened. Final tip: Pack the fruit bar near the top so it doesn't get crushed. Crunchables are more fragile, so nestle them between softer items.

Product Facts

  • Fruit Crunchables & Mini's Variety Bundle Box: The Fruit Crunchables & Mini's Variety Bundle Box includes 16 pouches of Fruit Crunchables and 24 Mini Fruit Bars. Made with just fruit and no added sugar or preservatives, these snacks are perfect for lunchboxes, road trips, or anytime snacking. This bundle gives you both crunchables and mini bars in one box, so you can vary textures and flavors across the week without buying separate packages.
  • Minis Variety Pack - Blueberry, Mango & Strawberry (24 Bars): This Mini Variety Pack comes packed with the same fruit bars that you know and love, just minier and mightier than ever. The 24-count bag contains eight Apple + Strawberry, eight Apple + Mango, and eight Apple + Blueberry bars. Ingredients have never been this simple and clean. The three-flavor variety keeps lunchboxes interesting for kids who get bored with repetition, and the 20g size is easy to tuck into any lunch container.
  • Best Sellers Fruit Bar Variety Pack - Blueberry, Fig & Strawberry (36 Bars): This 36-count Best Seller Variety Pack contains twelve Apple + Fig, twelve Apple + Blueberry, and twelve Apple + Strawberry bars. Made with only two ingredients, fruit + fruit. Fruit Bars are 100% natural, plant-based, gluten-free, non-GMO, and allergen-free. The larger 35g bars provide more fruit per serving, making them a good choice for older kids or as a post-lunch dessert that still counts toward daily fruit intake.