20 prepare in advance treats for school and work

This selection of treats can be prepared in advance to make getting the kids to school and yourself to work that much easier.

Whether you’re packing lunch boxes for the week or serving your kids a continuous selection of snacks at home throughout the weekend (because they’re ALWAYS hungry), it’s good to be well-prepared.

These dishes can be made now and eaten straight away or popped in the freezer to take out as needed.

Broccoli and bacon zucchini slice.

Broccoli and bacon zucchini slice

This broccoli, bacon and zucchini slice turns bacon and eggs into a lunch box favourite.

Chicken and fennel pies

These easy chicken and fennel hand pies are great for the lunchbox, dinner or kept in the freezer for last-minute emergencies!

Zucchini slice muffins.

Zucchini slice muffins

Turn a classic family favourite - zucchini slice - into these mid-morning muffins.

Turkey and cranberry cream cheese sandwich

Try something different in the lunchbox with these freezer-friendly turkey and cranberry cream cheese sandwiches.

Spinach and three-cheese filo.

Pie maker spinach and three-cheese filo

The whole family will love these super-easy pies, made in the Kmart pie maker. They’re great to make-ahead and freeze for school lunchboxes.

Mini banana and blueberry breads

The kids will love these tasty low-fat banana and blueberry breads.

Bolognese meatballs.

Bolognese meatballs

Our flavourful bolognese meatballs are perfect on a sandwich, in a salad or eaten as a snack on their own.

Spaghetti bolognese cups

Turn family favourite spaghetti bolognese into these cute muffin cups for an A+ lunchbox snack.

Pizza pockets.

Pie maker pizza pockets

Get on board the pie maker trend with these fab new easy pizza pockets.

Sweetcorn and zucchini fritters

Make extra sweetcorn and zucchini fritters for dinner and pack the rest for lunch.

Chicken and avocado sushi sandwich.

Chicken and avocado sushi sandwich

Roll up wholemeal bread to make these Japanese-inspired chicken sandwiches for the kids’ lunchbox.

Ham, thyme and corn relish tarts

These speedy tarts will become a new family favourite and are perfect for kid’s lunchboxes.

Vegetarian calzones.

Vegetarian calzones

Here’s an inspired lunch guaranteed to pep up any lunchbox.

Ham, cheese and pineapple scrolls

These tasty ham, cheese, and pineapple scrolls are like having a mini Hawaiian pizza all to yourself. These are perfect for your next kid’s party!

Macaroni cheese.

Reduced-fat tuna and vegetable macaroni cheese

Get your mini chefs designing their own lunchbox eats.

Zucchini, tuna and chickpea fritters with avocado and mint salad

Whether they’re a lunchtime snack or an easy main meal, these fritters are incredibly satisfying. We love the flavour combo of fresh avocado, tuna and zucchini.

Pretzels.

Cheese and mustard soft pretzels

A freezer-friendly lunchbox snack perfect for hungry teens.

Ricotta and spinach pillows

If the hungry hordes storm the kitchen every afternoon, have this yummy snack ready in the freezer to ward off hunger pangs!

Treats: Noodle, corn and bacon loaf.

Noodle, corn and bacon loaf

Use your noodle! This healthy loaf makes a tasty after-school snack or lunch-box filler.

Apple and bran muffins

Start the day right with these wholesome apple and bran muffins, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack on the go!

For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.