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

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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

These easy Corn and Zucchini Fritters are perfect for the whole family and be ready in 30 minutes. Both regular and Thermomix instructions included.

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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

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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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FAQs

How do you keep food cold in a kids 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.

What foods cannot be frozen? ›

Foods That Do Not Freeze Well
FoodsUsual UseCondition After Thawing
Cheese or crumb toppingsOn casserolesSoggy
Mayonnaise or salad dressingOn sandwiches (not in salads)Separates
GelatinIn salads or dessertsWeeps
Fruit jellySandwichesMay soak bread
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What meals can be made in advance and frozen? ›

16 Make-Ahead Freezer Meals for Quick and Delicious Dinners
  • 01 of 16. Easy Chili. ...
  • 02 of 16. Crunchy Panko Salmon. ...
  • 03 of 16. Sausage and Kale Stuffed Shells. ...
  • 04 of 16. Curry Chickpea Handpies. ...
  • 05 of 16. Breaded Chicken Cutlets. ...
  • 06 of 16. Classic Beef Stew. ...
  • 07 of 16. Freezer Burritos. ...
  • 08 of 16. Turkey Burgers.
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What food can you meal prep and freeze? ›

They don't require too much time to prepare and they freeze well. You'll find that most soups, stews, pasta bakes, and pie dough are great for freezing. Slow Cooker Chicken Chili.

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.

How to keep lunch box cold without an ice pack? ›

Other Ideas For a Cold Compress
  1. Freeze water bottles or natural juices and place them in your child's lunch. ...
  2. If your kiddo likes yogurts, it's easy to pop them in the freezer for a snack that keeps their lunch cold as well.
  3. Freeze fruits like grapes and cherries.

Can you freeze bentgo boxes? ›

Are Bentgo and Bentgo Kids Freezer-Safe? Yes, you can safely freeze food in both Bentgo and Bentgo Kids.

What are 10 good lunch foods for kids? ›

Kids' healthy lunch recipes
  • Lemon & yogurt chicken flatbreads. A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. ...
  • Butter bean curry wraps. A star rating of 5 out of 5. ...
  • Pitta pockets. A star rating of 4.4 out of 5. ...
  • Homemade fish finger sarnie. ...
  • Pesto egg muffin bites. ...
  • Rice cake cress faces. ...
  • Tomato soup with pasta. ...
  • Chicken taco salad.

What can I put in my lunch box instead of a sandwich? ›

Swap them out for one of these savoury lunch box ideas – not only are they super filling, but they're delicious, too.
  • 1Pie maker zucchini and haloumi fritters. ...
  • 2Easy tuna bento balls. ...
  • 3Healthy zucchini, pumpkin and feta slice. ...
  • 4Pie maker mini fetta, pea and mint frittatas. ...
  • 5Mini carbonara quiches.

What are three foods that don't freeze well? ›

Foods That Do Not Freeze Well (SP 50-766)
FoodsUsual use
Icings made from egg whitesCakes, cookies
Cream or custard fillingsPies, baked goods
Milk sauces and graviesFor casseroles or gravies
Sour creamAs topping, in salads
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Which of the following foods should not be frozen? ›

Milk, yogurt, cream, sour cream, buttermilk, and soft cheeses all become inedible once frozen, since they separate and curdle upon defrosting, changing the texture and consistency entirely. Your milk will separate into a watery mess, for example, and your yogurt will become grainy, curdle, and separate when defrosted.

Can milk be frozen? ›

Freezing milk is easy, helps avoid waste, allows a backup supply, and saves money. Thawed milk will be most nutritious if people freeze it at its freshest. However, as long as freezing happens on or before the best before date, it is fine to freeze milk and thaw it for later use.

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