If you are like most people, you probably eat three somewhat healthy meals a day and most likely some snacks in between. Eating a snack whether it is healthy or not can help you make it through the hours before your next meal.
Many people, tend to buy the same things at the market over and over and prepare the same meals a day in and day out. This often extends to the various snacks they have throughout the day as well.
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to add a little creativity to your snack time? If this sounds like you then look no further than this list of snacks that start with the letter “A,” and check out some of the other lists like the snacks that start with B.
#1 Apples
With the many different types of apples, from sweet to tart, and many more in between, many people find them to be the perfect snack.
This is because they are not only delicious, but they are also healthy and filling. You may want to try eating this tasty snack with a little bit of peanut butter or caramel sauce for an extra special treat.
#2 Animal Crackers
Animal crackers are typically found in the homes of families with little ones or often in preschools and kindergarten classrooms during snack time.
While they are great for kids, many adults love the tiny cookies in the shapes of various jungle animals. Having an animal cracker as your snack may not be the most nutritious, but who doesn’t like these tasty crackers?
#3 Almonds
When you are looking for a snack that is healthy and filling, people often look no further than a handful of almonds.
Whether you prefer them raw, roasted, salted, or dusted with the many other flavors, almonds make for a delicious snack. The great thing about almonds is that they are so filling that it does not take many to keep you from reaching for something else so quickly.
#4 Apricots
Apricots with their sweet flavor are a fantastic snack to have any time throughout the day since they are not only delicious but also nutritious.
While many people would rather have the fresh fruit of the apricot, others enjoy the dried variety of the fruit. If you have never had an apricot before, you may be missing out on this fruit that tastes similar to a peach and a plum combined.
#5 American Cheese
American cheese, which is a highly processed cheese product, is well known for its staple in some of the favorites from childhood such as grilled cheese sandwiches, burgers, and even omelets.
But, American Cheese can also make for a great snack that many people enjoy eating by itself, with fruit, or even on crackers.
#6 Avocados
While many people think of avocados as the mashed ingredient in guacamole, others enjoy having avocados as a snack during the day.
Considered a superfood for its many nutritional benefits including a great source of Vitamins B5, C, E, K, and many others. You should make sure you only cut it open when you are ready to eat it since it can turn brown if exposed to air.
#7 Asian Pears
Asian pears do not resemble most pears, at least ones that you most often find in the supermarket. These pears are supposed to be brownish in color when it is fully ripe.
They are also more like the texture of an apple but have the sweet flavor of the pears most people are used to.
#8 Angel Food Cake
What can you say about Angel Food Cake except, “YUM!” With its simply sweet flavor with a hint of vanilla and almond, this cake, which is much healthier than other cakes, makes for a delicious snack.
Typically known as a snack or dessert in the summertime with various berries, Angel Food Cake is a simple, yet delicious treat.
#9 Acai Berry
Acai berries are said to be a super antioxidant that has many health benefits including weight loss, anti-aging, regulating blood pressure, and more.
These berries that are about the size of blueberries taste very similar to blackberries with the bitterness of dark chocolate. Many people eat acai berries in smoothies, Acai bowls with granola and other berries, or just by themselves for a healthy snack.
#10 Adai
Adai is a rice and lentil pancake that is more savory than sweet and is commonly known in South India. This spice-filled, deliciously nutritious snack is often eaten with tomato chutney or in various other ways, depending on personal preference.
While a type of pancake, adai is closer to the thickness and texture of a crepe and makes for a great snack.
#11 Aero Chocolate
Aero Chocolate was created by Nestle in the 1930s and is a popular treat in the UK. This type of milk chocolate is aerated and has a texture that feels like bubbles melting in your mouth as you take a bite. For variety, this treat can be purchased also in mint and orange flavors depending on what you like best.
#12 Airheads
While Airheads are technically candy and not really considered a snack that most people would have in the middle of the day, it is something that kids around the world enjoy.
With the various flavors and similar taffy-type texture, these sweet treats can be simply enjoyable to many. If you are looking for a bit of sweetness to pick you up, look no further than Airheads.
#13 Amarelle Cherries
Amarelle cherries are in the family of sour cherries like the Morello cherries. The difference is that the Amarelles, while still sour, are much less than others in the group.
These cherries with their bright red outside, yellow flesh inside, and clear juice are typically used to make jams, jellies, and pies, but are also terrific by themselves as a healthy snack.
#14 Amaretti Cookies
Amaretti Cookies are an Italian-born cookie made with almond flour, almond extract, egg whites, and sugar. They are most often eaten at the end of a meal with coffee or dessert wines in Italy.
Other people enjoy eating these sweet treats for a midday snack, before bed snack, or just about any other time of the day.
#15 Apple Butter
While Apple Butter has many uses including using it in recipes instead of pumpkin or applesauce, as a sauce on your favorite meats, it can also be eaten as a spread on crackers or toast as a delicious snack.
Although there is no actual butter in apple butter, it has a rich and buttery flavor that goes well with almost anything. Apple butter is most often found with other jams and jellies in the market but is best when it is homemade.
#16 Almond Joy
Almond Joy is a great snack if you enjoy chocolate, coconut, and almonds thrown together to make this delicious treat.
While not considered a healthy snack, Almond Joy is a candy that many people enjoy as a snack any time of the day. If you are looking for something sweet to eat as your snack, an Almond Joy will certainly fit the bill for most people.
#17 Ants on a Log
Ants on a Log is a snack that is created by moms everywhere as a way to get their children to have a healthy snack.
This is made of celery cut into about three-inch sections, filled with peanut butter, and topped with a few raisins. If peanut butter is not your jam, then feel free to fill it with any nut butter you or your family enjoy the most.
#18 Applesauce
Similar to Apple Butter, applesauce is made from mashed apples and is either sweetened or left unsweetened depending on your personal preference.
This is a great snack to have when you want something sweet but also want to stick with something a bit more nutritious. Many people pair applesauce with cheese or even almonds to have a filling and healthy snack.
#19 Amanatsu
A type of citrus fruit that is grown in Japan in the late spring and early summer makes for a great snack for many people. This fruit is naturally sour right off the tree and is often stored for a bit of time before being consumed in most cases.
While they are widely used as ingredients in various dishes, they make for a delicious healthy snack when cut into segments like other oranges.
#20 Almond Butter
Like peanut butter, almond butter makes for a delicious and nutritious snack either by itself or on crackers and alongside apples or other fruits.
Most supermarkets carry almond butter on the shelf, however, it is much better when it is freshly ground. Almond butter is a bit thicker than peanut butter and many people enjoy mixing in a little honey or agave nectar to sweeten and thin it out.
#21 Arrowroot Cookies/Biscuits
Arrowroot cookies or biscuits are gluten-free snacks that are made from arrowroot flour, sugar, and other ingredients.
Often found as cookies for infants as they begin teething since they are more nutritious than other types of snacks, they are also popular with adults who eat a gluten-free diet. These cookies or biscuits are subtly sweet in flavor but are a healthy snack that can be enjoyed by many.