Life in the city is often go-go-go, yet as urbanites become more aware of the what they're fueling their bodies on, homemade pre-prepped food is an option many people are leaning towards in place of traditional fast food. Not only are they aware of what is going in these quick meals, pre-prepped food also ensures that one batch lasts throughout the week.
From jarred oatmeal breakfasts and cookie recipes to superfood snackbars and pickle projects, these DIY pre-prepped food options are as convenient as they are healthy. Or, at the very least, healthier than what would be purchased in store. Although some of these pre-prepped foods might take some time to execute, in the end they simply optimize the process by lasting longer than large single meals and other similar dishes.
24 DIY Pre-Prepped Foods
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DIY Barbecue-Baked Cupcakes
The Redpath Grapefruit Recipe is Easy to Make and Delicious
23
DIY Cookie Recipe Jars
The Bakerella 'Cowgirl' Project is Great for Gift-Giving
22
Quick Crab Cake Recipes
Once Upon a Chef's Seafood Recipe is a Fresh Twist on a Gourmet Classic
21
Bottled-Bread Gifts
This Quick Bread in a Bottle Giftable Food Offering is Delicious and Personal
20
Carb-Filled Dipping Cups
The 'So How It Taste?' Spinach Dip Veggie Baguettes are Scrumptious
19
Revamped Japanese Dishes
Quinoa Sushi Rolls are a Healthy Option Packed With Nutrients
18
Algae Snack Bars
This Green Snack Bar is Made with Superfoods Like Spirulina
17
Healthy Homemade DIY Chips
Make Sweet Potato Chips When You Have a Craving for Store-Bought Snacks
16
DIY Butterscotch Oatmeal Bites
The 'Live, Laugh, Eat' Cookie Dough Balls are a Healthy Treat
15
DIY Pickling Projects
Cupcakes and Cashmere's 'Bread and Butter Pickles' Recipe is Hands-On
14
Pork-Infused Seasoning DIYs
The Bacon Salt DIY is Porky Perfection
13
Healthy Brown Rice Pancakes
This Pancake Recipe is Infused with Sesame, Spinach and Scallion
12
Frozen Oatmeal Cups
This Single Serving Oatmeal Recipe Reduces the Morning Rush
11
Homemade Fish-Shaped Crackers
This Homemade Goldfish Crackers Recipe is Simple and Quick
10
DIY Flower-Infused Honey
This Rose Petal Honey Recipe Makes Colorfully Sweet Floral Honey
9
Vegan Superfood Bars
Citronlimette's Healthy Snack Bar is Packed with Superfoods
8
Breakfast Treat Recipes
Buttercream Bakery's Homemade Pop Tarts are an Early Morning Delight
7
Sweet and Savory Snacks
Chocolate Covered Bacon Satisfies All Your Cravings
6
Homemade Vegetable Samosas
Canadian Living Creates a Recipe That Rivals Street Vendors in India
5
Quick Microwave Pickles
No Fancy Equipment is Required for This Easy Homemade Recipe
4
Vegan Overnight Oats
This Vegan Breakfast Recipe Incorporates Coconut Milk and Hemp Powder
3
Craft Organic Nut Butters
The Crowdfunded Natural Peanut Butter is Made With Love and Reggae Music
2
Brussels Sprout Chips
This Healthy Homemade Chip Recipe Calls for an Unusual Green
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Hybrid Breakfast Grains
This Breakfast Food Blends Muesli and Granola
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