Freezer Friendly Lunchbox Recipes (2024)

Save time packing lunchboxes with this collection of freezer friendly lunchbox recipes! We have put together everything from sweet snacks like Banana Pikelets and Apple Muffin to savoury options such as Zucchini Slice and Cauliflower Fritters. Best of all you will find many of these recipes contain both regular and Thermomix instructions

Zucchini Slice

No freezer friendly lunchbox recipe collection would be complete without this Zucchini Slice recipe!

Zucchini Slice Recipe

My easy Zucchini Slice recipe is sure to become a family favourite! It's packed with veggies, can be modified to suit your tastes, it's freezer friendly and also great for the kids lunch boxes. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Milo and Weet-Bix Balls

My kids LOVE these WeetBix and Milo Balls, they take no time to make and they freeze really well.

Easy Weet-Bix and Milo Balls Recipe

This easy Weet-Bix and Milo Balls recipe will be a hit with the entire family! They are no bake and freezer friendly and are also a great treat for the kids lunchboxes. Thermomix instructions also included.

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2 Ingredient Apricot and Coconut Slice

You can’t go wrong with my freezer friendly Apricot and Coconut Slice – especially as it is made with just TWO ingredients!

2 Ingredient Apricot and Coconut Slice

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Healthy Sausage Rolls

Nothing beats these homemade Sausage Rolls! They can also be enjoyed cold or warmed.

Beef and Vegetable Sausage Rolls

This easy Beef and Vegetable Sausage Rolls recipe is the perfect party food, snack, easy dinner or lunch box treat! These Sausage Rolls are also freezer friendly and both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Pikelet Recipe

Pikelets are always a winner with my kids! I like to make a couple of batches of these Pikelets and freeze for an easy lunchbox snack.

Pikelet Recipe

This easy Pikelet recipe makes a great easy breakfast or snack and they are great for lunch boxes. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Condensed Milk Cookies | Makes 100 Biscuits!

This super simple recipes makes 100 Biscuits – luckily it is freezer friendly!

Condensed Milk Cookies – Makes 100 Biscuits

Need to make a big batch of cookies? This Condensed Milk Cookies recipe will make approximately 100 biscuits! All you need is a few simple ingredients and your favourite biscuit toppings and you will be enjoying these delicious treats in no time.

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Corn and Zucchini Fritters

Quick to make and freezer friendly, these Corn and Zucchini Fritters make the perfect addition to any lunchbox!

Corn and Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Wholemeal Apple and Cinnamon Pikelets

For something different you really need to try thisWholemeal Apple Pikelets recipe too.

Wholemeal Apple and Cinnamon Pikelets

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Simple Chocolate Cake Recipe

My Nan’s Chocolate Cake recipe is a lunchbox favourite in our house.

Nan’s Chocolate Cake – Back to Basics

This moist and light Chocolate Cake is made using seven basic ingredients and will be ready to enjoy in less than one hour. This cake is versatile and can be doubled, halved or even made into cupcakes. You can also freeze this cake when it is both iced and un-iced.

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Easy Milo Slice Recipe

This Milo Slice will be popular with the kids – and adults too!

Easy Milo Slice

This easy Milo Slice is a simple melt and mix slice recipe that everyone will love! Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Broccoli and Cheese Balls

These savoury Broccoli and Cheese Balls can be enjoyed both cold or warm, simply place them into a pre-heated thermos.

Broccoli and Cheese Balls Recipe

These easy Broccoli and Cheese Balls make a great snack, easy meal or lunch box treat for the kids! Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Easy Banana Pikelets Recipe

Have some brown bananas which need to be used? Why not try these Banana Pikelets?

Banana Pikelets Recipe

These easy Banana Pikelets make a great breakfast or lunch box snack. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Cheese and Corn Muffins

A delicious savoury muffin that is perfect to send in lunchboxes with a thermos of hot soup or enjoy on their own!

Cheese and Corn Muffins

These easy Cheese and Corn Muffins make a great side dish to your favourite soup or casserole and they are also a yummy savoury lunchbox snack. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Easy Vegetable Fritters

Use up those leftover veggies with this easy Vegetable Fritters Recipe! Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

Vegetable Fritters Recipe

These easy Vegetable Fritters make a great snack or easy meal for the whole family. They are freezer friendly and both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Easy Muesli Balls Recipe

My 3 Ingredient Muesli Bliss Balls are super easy to make – just use a nut free muesli to make them school lunchbox friendly.

Thermomix 3 Ingredient Bliss Balls

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Pumpkin and Oat Muffins

Sneak some veggies into the kids with these Pumpkin and Oat Muffins!

Pumpkin and Oat Muffins

These easy Pumpkin and Oat Muffins are perfect for the kids lunch boxes and make a great snack for the whole family. Thermomix instructions also included.

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Zucchini and Cheese Mini Muffins

Or these Mini Zucchini and Cheese Muffins provide another great hit of veggies.

Zucchini and Cheese Mini Muffins

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Anzac Slice

Did you know you could freeze Anzac Slice? It is always a favourite with the kids.

Anzac Slice Recipe

This classic Anzac Slice recipe is a great treat for the whole family and is perfect for school lunchboxes, both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls

Everyone needs a batch of these easy Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls in their freezer!

Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls Recipe

These homemade Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls are just like the ones you buy at Baker's Delight – but even better! They are yeast free, so you can have them ready to enjoy in less than an hour and both regular and Thermomix instructions are included.

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Pizza Scrolls

And these Hawaiian Pizza Scrolls too!

Pizza Scrolls Recipe

These easy Pizza Scrolls are yeast free, freezer friendly and most importantly – delicious! Ready in less than 30 minutes and both regular and Thermomix instructions are included.

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Coconut Biscuits

My Nan’s Coconut Biscuits make another great lunchbox treat.

Nan’s Coconut Biscuits

Weetbix Slice

The kids won’t be able to resist this Weet-Bix Slice!

Chocolate Weetbix Slice Recipe

This easy Weetbix Slice recipe makes a great treat for the whole family. It's so simple to make, you only need a few ingredients, it can be made using a Thermomix AND it's freezer friendly!!

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Milo Muffins Recipe

These freezer friendly Milo Muffins are perfect for lunchboxes!

Milo Muffins Recipe

This easy Milo Muffins recipe is just perfect to make with the kids as you just need one bowl to put the mixture together. Both regular and Thermomix instructions are included.

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No Bake Choc Chip Muesli Bars

These no bake Chocolate Chip Muesli Bars are simple to make and freezer friendly too!

No Bake Choc Chip Muesli Bars

This easy no bake Choc Chip Muesli Bars recipe takes no time at all to make and is the perfect snack for the kids. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Simple Apple and Cinnamon Cake

This classic Apple and Cinnamon Cake will last for up to two months in the freezer.

Simple Apple and Cinnamon Cake

This simple Apple and Cinnamon Cake is the perfect afternoon tea treat! It can also be made in the Thermomix too.

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Zucchini and Cheese Fritters

And you can also store these Zucchini and Cheese Fritters in the freezer for a couple of months too.

Zucchini and Cheese Fritters

These easy Zucchini and Cheese Fritters are perfect for the whole family! Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins

If your kids like Banana Bread, they will LOVE these Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins!

Easy Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins

This easy Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe is a simple snack that is great for lunch boxes or as an after school treat. These muffins are freezer friendly and both regular and Thermomix instructions are included.

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Freezer Friendly Lunchbox Recipes (2024)

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Can you freeze food in a lunchbox? ›

Lunchboxes are sure to come home empty with these better-for-them snacks and lunch ideas. They are also freezer-friendly, so you can make them ahead and avoid the morning chaos.

How do you pack frozen meals for lunch? ›

If the meal is best enjoyed hot, you will want to warm up the meal in the morning and then pack it in a thermos or another type of warming container. If it is going to be enjoyed at room temperature, then you can pack it frozen and let it thaw (depending on your child's lunch hour).

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What foods are recommended for children who bring a lunchbox from home? ›

Packing a lunch box from home means you can offer your child a range of healthy lunch options from the 5 food groups:

vegetables.
fruit.
grain foods – for example, bread, pasta, breakfast cereals, rice and corn.
reduced-fat dairy – for example, milk, cheese and yoghurt.

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How do you pack a healthy lunchbox? ›

There are 5 things that should go into the lunchbox every day – a crunchy colourful vegetable, a piece of fruit, go seasonal. Something from the carbohydrate or breads and cereals group – bread, a wrap, rice, pasta. Something from the dairy group such as milk, cheese or a yoghurt. And finally a growing or protein food.

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Is freezing food in Ziploc bags safe? ›

Yes. You can use regular zip-top storage bags in the freezer. However, foods stored in these bags in the freezer might not hold up as well over long periods of time, and can be more prone to punctures and rips.

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Can you freeze sandwiches for school lunches? ›

Just about any sandwich—other than those with a mayonnaise base (such as chopped meat or egg salad)—can be frozen. It's best to apply condiments such as mayonnaise when ready to use. Some great filling choices include: peanut butter and jelly; deli meat; plain canned tuna; cheese; or cheese along with a meat.

What food is not suitable for freezing? ›

"Generally speaking, anything that has dairy, or a very high water content, is not going to do well when frozen," says Palak Patel, a chef at the Institute of Culinary Education.

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What cooked food can you freeze? ›

Foods

Fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs**
Stocks and soups.
Hot and cold sauces (such as marinara and pesto**)
Chili and stews.
Baked pasta dishes**
Cookie dough (shape into balls before freezing)**
Baked brownies.
Bread, rolls and flour tortillas.

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How do you keep freezer burn off frozen meals? ›

How can I prevent freezer burn?

Step 1: Prepare your food for freezing. ...
Step 2: Use airtight storage containers. ...
Step 3: Set freezers to the proper temperature. ...
Step 4: Limit the amount of time your freezer is open. ...
Step 5: Rotate your foods to help prevent freezer burn. ...
Step 6: Avoid thawing and refreezing food.

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What food should parents not pack in the lunchbox? ›

What types of food should be excluded from the lunchbox?

Kids tend to enjoy a many foods and sweets that contain high levels of sugar, artificial ingredients and preservatives or have low nutritional value. ...
1- French fries. ...
2- Artificially sweetened juices and soft drinks. ...
3- Cake and Donuts. ...
4- Chocolate and candy.

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What are some good lunch box ideas? ›

Healthy lunch ideas for kids & adults

Greek yogurt, chickpeas, cheese, pea crisps, strawberries, chocolate chips. Not pictured: a bag of granola on the side. Cherry tomatoes, fruit, hummus, pita, turkey and cheese roll ups, dark chocolate chips. Energy bites, cucumbers, carrots, crackers, cheese, strawberries.

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How long does food last in a lunchbox? ›

Perishable foods, such as cold cut sandwiches and yogurt, can be left out at room temperature for no more than 2 hours before they become unsafe to eat. With an insulated lunch box and a chilled freezer gel pack, perishable food can stay cold and safe to eat until lunch.

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How to make a healthy lunch box for kids? ›

Choices

Choose any 1 fresh fruit. For example: grapes, apple slices or rings, any melon chunks (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon), any berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), or banana slices.
Choose any 2 vegetables. ...
Choose any 1 healthy protein. ...
Choose any 1 whole grain. ...
Incorporating dairy (if desired).

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How to pack a burger for school lunch? ›

While styrofoam performed the best for burgers in our own testing, you can also opt for cardboard with vents (or create your own) so buns don't get soggy and the burger won't overheat. Boxes with compartments may also offer enough separation while keeping each meal in one container.

How long can food stay in a lunch box with an ice pack? ›

“An insulated, soft-sided lunch tote is best for keeping perishable food chilled — especially if you use a cold source in there,” says Dr. Sims. So the good news is that when you add a cool pack to your child's insulated lunch box, perishable foods will stay safe to eat for an extra three to four hours.

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How long will frozen food stay frozen in a cooler box? ›

Make sure there is enough ice to keep food in the cooler at 40 °F (4.4 °C) or below. Add more ice to the cooler as it begins to melt. A full freezer will hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full).

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How to keep food fresh in a lunch box? ›

You'll want to use at least two cold sources in an insulated bag to keep perishable foods in your lunch safe; ice or gel packs in your insulated bag or box work best. Perishable foods, such as cold cut sandwiches and yogurt, can be left out at room temperature for no more than 2 hours before they become unsafe to eat.

Is it OK to freeze packaged lunch meat? ›

After opening a package of lunch meats or buying sliced lunch meats at a deli, you can refrigerate them for three to five days. Keep your refrigerator at 40 °F or less). These meats can also be frozen for one to two months for best quality. Frozen foods are safe indefinitely (kept at 0 °F).

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