5-Minute Snacks Recipes

31. Jalapeño popper wonton cups

How amazing do these jalapeño popper wonton cups look? The good news is they are also incredibly tasty, plus you can prepare them in 5 minutes or less! The simplicity of this recipe makes it perfect for dishing up at your next dinner party.

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Servings: 12
Source: Cathy Trochelman of Lemon Tree Dwelling

Ingredients

• 12 wonton wrappers
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled (set aside 2 tablespoons)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (set aside 2 tablespoons)
• 3-4 jalapeños, seeded and chopped (for more spice, do not remove all the seeds)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees, and grease a muffin pan with cooking spray.
2. Put a wonton wrapper into each muffin cup. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
3. While the wonton wrappers are cooling, combine cream cheese, sour cream, bacon, cheese, and jalapeños in a medium-sized bowl.
4. Add this filling to the wonton cups, and top with the bacon and cheese you set aside.
5. Bake for 8-10 more minutes, or until the wontons look golden brown and the cheese looks melted.

32. Matcha green tea energy bites

How fantastic do these green matcha energy bites look? Not only are they bursting with color, but they also pack the goodness of matcha powder. We love how they do not require baking either, making them a quick, but healthy snack.

Prep time: 2-5 min
Total time: 2-5 min
Servings: 8-10 balls
Source: Erika Bragdon of Living Well Mom

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
• 4 tablespoons almond flour
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup, to taste
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon matcha green tea

Instructions

1. Put all ingredients into a food processor, and blend.
2. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
3. Serve!

33. Microwave mug pizza

We’d never heard of a mug pizza before finding this genius recipe. Why spend ages making and kneading pizza dough when you can simply make a delicious pizza in a mug in less than 5 minutes?

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 6 min
Servings: 1
Source: Gemma Stafford at Gemma’s Bigger Bolder Baking

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/16 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon marinara sauce
• 1 generous tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese
• 5 mini pepperoni
• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs, basil, or oregano

Instructions

1. Add the dry ingredients to a microwave-safe mug.
2. Mix the milk and oil into the dry ingredients.
3. Use a spoon to top the batter with marinara sauce. Make sure it covers the surface of the batter.
4. Add the cheese, pepperoni, and dried herbs atop the marinara sauce.
5. Microwave between 1 minute, 10 seconds and 1 minute, 20 seconds, or until the dough rises and the cheese bubbles.
6. Enjoy!

34. Chunky monkey no-bake energy bites

They might have a cute and cheeky name, but these no-bake chunky monkey bites will sate your hunger with their filling ingredients. They take just minutes to make, taste great, and make a great snack for one or two people.

Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Servings: 12
Source: Running in a Skirt

Ingredients

• 1 banana, overripe
• 1 cup dates
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1/4 cup almonds or peanuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Put the dates in a bowl, and cover them with water. Soak for 15-30 minutes and then drain.
2. Blend the banana, soaked dates, vanilla, and 3/4 oats until smooth, using a food processor.
3. Fold the remaining oats, chia seeds, nuts, and chocolate chips into the blended ingredients.
4. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, and put them on a baking sheet in the fridge.
5. Once the balls are firm, transfer them to a lidded container.

35. Cookie dough Greek yogurt

This 6-ingredient snack recipe takes just a few minutes to make. The tang of the Greek yogurt balances well with the sweetness of the cookie dough-flavor. A quick and delicious snack for any time of day!

Prep time: 1-5 minutes
Total time: 1-5 minutes
Servings: 1
Source: Dashing Dish

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons peanut flour
• 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 1-2 teaspoons chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients to a bowl, and whisk until smooth.
2. Store in the fridge until you’re ready to eat.
3. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top before serving.

36. 5-minute paleo muffins

Muffins aren’t always a snack that everyone can enjoy because of food sensitivities and allergies. This scrumptious muffin recipe is not only fast to make, but it’s sugar-free, grain-free, high in protein, and safe for paleo eaters!

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Servings: 24
Source: Tessa the Domestic Diva

Ingredients

• 1 cup nut butter
• 2-3 super ripe bananas with lots of black spots
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• Sweetener to taste (10 drops liquid stevia or 1-2 tablespoons of honey)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• Nuts, chopped and toasted (optional)
• Chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F degrees, and grease a mini muffin tin.
2. Add all ingredients to a blender of food processor, and blend until the batter is well-mixed and sticky.
3. Evenly add the batter into the mini muffin cups.
4. Bake for 8 minutes.

37. Pan-fried cinnamon banana

Is there anything toastier and more delicious than pan-friend bananas? And when you sprinkle them with cinnamon, they become the ultimate sweet snack. This recipe could not become any easier! We think these would also go great on pancakes if you have got extra time to spare.

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Servings: 2
Source: Kristin at Dizzy Busy & Hungry

Ingredients

• 2 bananas, slightly overripe
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut the bananas into 1/3 inch slices.
2. Mix the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
3. Lightly coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
4. Heat the skillet over medium-low heat, and then add the banana slices.
5. Use half the cinnamon and nutmeg to dust the banana slices.
6. Cook on one side for 2-3 minutes.
7. Flip the banana slices, and dust with the remaining cinnamon and nutmeg.
8. Cook the bananas until warm and soft, for about 2-3 more minutes.

38. Quick mac and cheese for one

Sometimes, there’s just nothing more satisfying than macaroni and cheese. If you are working away from home or you need a quick and easy snack, it can be too much effort to put a batch on just for yourself. This one-person serving mac and cheese recipe can solve that problem! Take 5 minutes to prepare this super tasty comfort food just for yourself.

Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Servings: 1
Source: Baking Mischief

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup uncooked pasta
• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pinch of cayenne (optional)
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

1. Add water and a pinch of salt to a pot, and heat on high until boiling.
2. Add the pasta, and cook according to the package.
3. While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
4. Whisk flour into the butter for about a minute, or until thick and golden.
5. Gradually add the milk, whisking any lumps that form.
6. Whisk constantly for 2-5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble around the edges.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and stir in the cheese until melted.
8. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the nutmeg and cayenne to taste.
9. Drain the pasta after it finishes cooking. Then stir it into the cheese sauce.
10. Eat!

39. Rocky road fudge

If it’s a sweet and delectable treat you’re after, then look no further than this 5-minute rocky road recipe. It has got all the goodness of marshmallows, nuts, and of course, chocolate! This is a great dessert to whip up when you don’t have much time.

Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Servings: 36, depending on size
Source: Barefeet in the Kitchen

Ingredients

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 cup salted peanuts

Instructions

1. Put the milk, chocolate, and butter in a microwave-safe medium-sized bowl. Melt by heating the ingredients in a microwave for 90 seconds. Stir well, and heat for 15 more seconds if the mixture has not melted.
2. Stir in the vanilla extract. Then stir in the peanuts and marshmallows until well-mixed.
3. Line a tray with parchment paper, and transfer the mixture onto it.
4. Use a spatula to spread the mixture out until it is about an inch thick.
5. Place the tray into the fridge, and chill before serving.
6. Once chilled, cut the fudge into squares. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

40. 3-minute cranberry pistachio fudge

Speaking of fudge recipes, here is another one! This version has cranberries (or your favorite dried fruit) and pistachio, and takes just 3 minutes to prepare. Crazy! Although it makes a small batch, it’s the perfect amount for those wanting to treat themselves, or for a small group of friends.

Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 2 min
Servings: 24 pieces
Source: Trish at Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

• 12 oz white chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/3 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions

1. Line any size loaf pan with aluminum foil. For easy removal after baking, leave foil hanging over the sides of the pan. Lightly spray the foil inside the pan with cooking spray.
2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, add the white chocolate chips, heavy whipping cream, maple syrup. Microwave on high for 30 seconds and stir. Heat until the chips have fully melted.
3. Fold the cranberries and pistachios into the bowl.
4. Move the fudge to the loaf pan, and spread it evenly along the bottom.
5. To let the fudge set, let it sit at room temperature for at least an hour or in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
6. Remove the fudge from the pan with the foil handles. Set it on a workspace, and cut it into squares.
7. The fudge will keep in an airtight container for up to a week.