Pack the Perfect Lunchbox with Walker’s Shortbread

School-day mornings can be a hectic rush, and planning ahead of time can help restore a bit of calm to your routine. While it can seem like a scramble, knowing what to include beforehand can help ease the process.

Of course, you need a staple that satisfies, along with a healthy tidbit or two. But no packed lunch is complete, whether for school, the road, the job site, or the office, without a little sweet something to look forward to at the end.

Both children and adults will be delighted to open a pre-packed lunch and discover Walker’s Shortbread inside; a snack made with simple ingredients, one that travels and keeps well, and most importantly, a treat that simply pleases.

Perfectly portioned, Walker’s Shortbread is not only nourishing but will add a touch of delight to any packed lunch, especially during the back-to-school season, which is right around the corner. And, packing the perfect lunch is simple, here’s just what you need to know. 

Why Walker’s Is a Lunchbox Favorite

Above all, Walker’s Shortbread is a simple and wholesome treat. For 127 years, Walker’s Shortbread has been made with 4 ingredients: flour, sugar, salt and creamery butter. They say the best things in life are simple and Walker’s Shortbread is no exception.

Indulgent and comforting, Walker’s Shortbread is built on a legacy of commitment to quality without overcomplicating.

Yet there is another, utilitarian reason that Walker’s Shortbread makes the perfect lunchbox addition, especially for dessert: part of the packing is done for you.

If you choose Walker’s Shortbread snack packs, you can add chocolate chip shortbread, shortbread fingers or rounds (or some other favorite) to your children’s lunches with no hassle whatsoever. We even carry gluten-free snack packs for those with gluten sensitivities.

Packed in stay-fresh packaging and perfectly portioned, they are ideal for pre-packed lunches, great for sharing, and even keep mess to a minimum, the perfect solution.

It’s the type of snack you won’t just feel good about packing, it’s one your kids will love to find (though it’s not just ideal for kids, you can use it to pack office lunches, for travel, and so much more!).

Tips for Packing a Balanced Lunch

For parents and caregivers, packing a balanced lunch is paramount not just to health but to satisfaction as well.

In most cases, the simple mixture of a protein, produce and a treat will provide not only nourishing nutrients, but calories needed to sustain a healthy mind and body, topped off with something sweet to look forward to at the end.

Here are a few great ideas for school lunch meal prep:

• Classic Comfort: Pair a ham and cheese sandwich with some apple slices and a snack pack of Walker’s Shortbread Fingers (or pack some yourself) to pair the indulgent classic flavors of all-butter shortbread with the healthy, crisp delight of fresh apples and a hearty, satisfying sandwich.

• Mediterranean Medley: Perfect for those with more adventurous tastes, pair some healthy, naturally low-fat grilled chicken with some sliced bell peppers and cucumbers along with some hummus. Experiment with seasonings such as lemon zest and oregano to see what your kid likes best. Top it all off with some Walker’s Chocolate Chip Shortbread and your child will light up at the discovery!

• Cozy Lunchbox Treat: Wrap up some turkey pinwheels with spinach and cream cheese to add some color, flavor and additional phytonutrients, then add some baby carrots and apple wedges. You can use fresh sliced turkey breast just as easily as store-bought deli turkey if you like to keep things extra-healthy. Then add some Walker’s Mini Shortbread Rounds as a sweet dessert.

• Snack Bento: Add some hard and soft sliced cheese like gouda, cheddar, and mozzarella into a homemade bento box with some crackers for a unique take on a classic bento box. Then add some cherry tomatoes for a little extra flavor and color and sneak in a surprise of Walker’s Mini Shortbread Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Get Ahead of the Back-to-School Rush Today!

With everyone heading to the stores to bulk up on backpacks, pencils, notebooks, calculators and back-to-school essentials, it’s easy to let lunch planning fall by the wayside. Check out our Shortbread Snack Pack collection or our retail locator to see where you can stock up and remember, lunch planning doesn’t just have to be another boring item that needs to be checked off, including a little sweet treat with your kids’ lunches can often entice them to eat the whole thing!