Offering a texture somewhere between a cracker and a cookie, 34 Degrees Sweet Crisps are available in 4-ounce bags in four varieties: Chocolate, Vanilla Crisps, Sweet Lemon and Cinnamon. The guilt-free crisps are made with only a handful of premium-quality, simple ingredients, including coconut oil; provide a satisfying alternative to sugar- and fat-laden treats; and are ideal for convenient snacking or sharing on the go. The brand also donates 1 percent of all of the crisps it bakes to causes that fight hunger. At PG’s offices, all four flavors disappeared within a sinfully short amount of time.
$3.49 - $3.99
www.34-degrees.com
34 Degrees Sweet Crisps
Enrobed in antioxidant-rich dark chocolate and crispy coconut flakes, Alter Eco Double Chocolate Coconut Clusters contain just 4 grams of sugar per serving, making them a toothsome treat for health-conscious consumers seeking a low-sugar, plant-based chocolate option. Additionally, the USDA Certified Organic, Fair Trade Certified, Carbon Neutral Certified, Non-GMO Project Verified and Certified Gluten-Free item is made with no soy ingredients and no refined sugars, so those craving a delicious yet wholesome snack should go right ahead and indulge.
$4.79
www.alterecofoods.com
Alter Eco Superdark Double Chocolate Coconut Clusters
Available in Lemon Charcoal and Orange Turmeric flavors, these travel-friendly tablets are packed with farm-fresh alkalizing greens, along with detoxifying superfoods, including lemon peel, ginger, cayenne, dandelion root and turmeric. To consume, drop a tablet into 8 to 10 fluid ounces of water. As might be imagined, these came in handy after a long, hard day of tasting a wide range of products.
$7.99
www.amazinggrass.com
Amazing Grass
Green Superfood Detox Effervescent Tabs
These vegan veggie wraps are made with seven non-GMO whole grains that are sprouted and fresh-pressed into the dough to maintain nutrients. We were impressed with the unique flavor combinations: spicy and warm Tumeric Sweet Potato, fresh and green Spring Kale Spinach, and bold and earthy Vibrant Beet. Each variety offers a minimum of 5 grams of protein and 4 grams of dietary fiber per serving, making for an elevated option compared with traditional tortillas.
$4.99
www.angelicbakehouse.com
Angelic Bakehouse Garden Wraps
Charcuterie is all the rage, and even better when it’s made more convenient. Applegate is raising the bar with handy portions and cleaner labels. Claiming to be the cleanest meat-and-cheese snack on the market, this product includes Applegate humanely raised antibiotic-free pork and Non-GMO Project Verified cheese made with milk from pasture-raised cows. Two varieties team Genoa salami with medium cheddar, roasted almonds and dark chocolate chunks, or pepper jack cheese, sesame sticks and dried cranberries. The snack packs have a similar provenance, with regular or turkey pepperoni, cheddar cheese, and crackers made with natural olive oil and sea salt.
$9.99
https://applegate.com
Applegate Naturals
Charcuterie Plates
and Snack Packs
Somewhat overshadowed by all of the hype over meatless plant-based burgers is the blend, a great way for meat eaters to incorporate more veggies into their diets. Applegate offers a new twist on the traditional burger by combining organic mushrooms with humanely raised meat. We think it’s a great idea, and a tasty one, too. Available in turkey and grass-fed beef varieties, these patties are not only juicy and flavorful, but also boast less fat and fewer calories than traditional burgers. For those, like some of our testers who don’t normally care for mushrooms, they don’t taste overly ’shroomy. All told, they’re a great way to add more veggies than can fit between patty and bun.
$9.99
https://applegate.com
Applegate Organics Great American Blend Burger
Probiotics are hot right now, and not just in food products: Aunt Fannie’s Microcosmic Liquid Hand Soap delivers the clean of conventional soap and the skin-softening properties of beauty products with the power of probiotics. Featuring safe, plant-based surfactants, the Microcosmic Multi-Surface Cleaner works as well as its conventional counterparts, which often contain harsh anti-bacterial and anti-microbial ingredients, and allergenic preservatives like MIT and BIT. The nontoxic, dermatologist- and allergy-tested products contain nothing but probiotic and plant-based ingredients, including 100 percent essential oil scents, and their pH is designed to align with the pH of human skin. Our testers found them to be effective at cleaning both surfaces and hands, without being hard on either.
$8.99 (Either Product)
https://auntfannies.com/
Aunt Fannie’s Microcosmic Probiotic Power Liquid Hand Soap and Multi-Surface Cleaner
Convenience and excitement can be a winning combination, and that’s certainly the case with this new snack cheese, an extension of the popular Babybel line loved by all ages. Mini Rolls come in a fun spiral shape – basically coiled string cheese – in handy peel-back portions. Perfect for on-the-go snacks and lunchboxes, the cheese is mild, creamy and delicious, with 45 calories and 5 grams of protein in each of the five multipack servings, and no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. A solid win for Bel Brands!
$3.89
www.belbrandsusa.com
Babybel Mini Rolls
These doughnuts, free from gluten, soy, dairy, nuts and tree nuts, aren’t just good for customers with dietary restrictions. Even with hundreds of food options, some PG staffers went back for seconds. They’re available in Devil’s Food and Old-Fashion varieties, with six mini doughnuts in a sealed container. The products are designed to be sold on shelf in the bakery department instead of in the frozen specialty food aisle, although we enjoyed them cold.
$5.99
www.bakenjoy.com
Bake’n Joy Foods Freedom Gluten Free Doughnut Minis
Combining two favorite fruits in one satisfyingly crunchy chip, this line extension is made with real ripe bananas that are baked – never fried – and lightly dusted with crushed strawberries, with no added oil or sugar. Further, as plant-based and clean-eating lifestyles move into the mainstream, consumers are gravitating toward simple snacks, and with just two ingredients, Bare Strawberry Banana Chips fit the bill, either straight from the resealable bag or as a topper for smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal and more. We enjoy ours by the handful.
$2.99
https://baresnacks.com
Bare Strawberry
Banana Chips
Beanfields’ better-for-you, plant-based bean chips really delivered with the Cheddar Sour Cream flavor. The chips, which contain brown rice, had a good crunch that left us wanting more. With 4 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber in each serving, they were filling and wholesome. The chips are also vegan, certified gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified and kosher.
$1.19-$3.79
www.beanfields.com
Beanfields Cheddar Sour Cream Bean Chips
These frozen meatballs hit the mark on taste, quality and convenience. Certified organic and gluten free, they’re available in 12- and 16-ounce resealable pouches. Both varieties are touted as low in sodium as well as substantial in protein; the beef meatballs boast 12 grams of protein per serving and the turkey, 16 grams, with no MSG, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors and flavorings, hormones, or antibiotics. Microwave prep was a snap. They’d be a handy way to add meatballs to a quick pasta dinner on a busy weeknight.
$8.99
www.beetnikfoods.com
Beetnik Organic Grass Fed Beef and Chicken Meatballs
Blissfully Better brings to market the second vegan flavor in its line of certified-organic confections, Original Mint Thins. Made from minimal ingredients, the flavorful treats feature 72 percent organic dark chocolate and mint, sweetened with coconut blossom nectar, or coconut sugar. They’re also low glycemic and have only 4 grams of total sugar per serving. Priced like gourmet treats, Original Thin Mints are handmade in the United States in copper kettles.
$5.99
www.blissfullybetter.com
Blissfully Better Organic Thin Mints
Bob’s Red Mill has brought its whole grain foods to the snack aisle with Bob’s Better Bars, offering up to 7 grams of protein for quick breakfasts, afternoon snacks or meal replacements. They combine rolled oats, peanut butter and honey with five other ingredients depending on the bar — chocolate, jelly, coconut, banana or apple spice. Additionally, the bars are Non-GMO Project Verified and free of soy, dairy and eggs.
$1.99
www.bobsredmill.com
Bob’s Red Mill Better Bars
BrightFarms has been helping drive the local produce movement, giving consumers better access to locally grown fresh vegetables, with less impact on the environment. The company also offers some inventive products to make salads a little more exciting. For example: Happy Beet, an innovative leafy green variety, is a delicious combination of sweet and juicy beet greens mixed with baby spinach. While the edible, nutritious greens from the tops of beets are typically a little bitter when fully grown, they’re delightfully sweet and juicy at baby size. And the ones from BrightFarms are non-GMO and pesticide-free.
$3.49
www.brightfarms.com
BrightFarms Happy Beet
You’d be hard-pressed to find any treats by Sheila G that we – or most folks – don’t like. Case in point: The brand’s new Blondies are thin, crispy, buttery and sweet. And at just 130 calories per 1-ounce serving, they’re a perfect sweet snack that’s guilt-free (at least if you don’t see the bottom of the bag after one sitting). You can’t go wrong with either the Chocolate Chip or the Meyer Lemon flavor; our testers seem to be split on which was their favorite. Even more sweet, a portion of all Sheila G’s sales go toward pediatric cancer research.
$3.99
www.browniebrittle.com
Brownie Brittle Chocolate Chip and Meyer Lemon Blondies
For fans of Budweiser looking for a new brand experience, or nonfans who prefer more robust brews, this beer may be just the ticket. A first-time collaboration between the iconic brewer and the historic distiller has given birth to Budweiser Reserve Collection Copper Lager, aged on Jim Beam bourbon barrel staves. With 6.2 percent ABV, this beer offers a toasted oak aroma; nutty taste with caramel, rye and vanilla notes; and a smooth finish. Since the time this beer was released, Anheuser-Busch has boasted higher incremental sales and over-indexing among African-American and Hispanic consumers.
$13.99 (Case)
www.budweiser.com/en/copperlager.html
Budweiser Reserve Copper Lager
From novelty candy purveyor CandyRific comes a truly innovative item: Brand-new technology lets Marvel Avengers fans enjoy an animated LED light show right in their hands. A press of the button reveals a variety of the popular franchise’s characters and icons moving and morphing through a sequence, providing entertainment long after the included candy has been consumed, as one tester’s enraptured young acquaintance can heartily attest.
$5.99
www.candyrific.com
CandyRific Marvel Avengers Fanimation
These aren’t what you’d expect an English muffin to be – no nooks and crannies in evidence. That aside, they’re one of the best gluten-free bakery products we’ve tasted. Halved and toasted with some butter or jam (or both), they’re lightly crunchy on the outside and delightfully fluffy inside – just some highly satisfying bready goodness. Available in Original and Honey Whole Grain, they boast 4 grams of protein per serving and are made with all-natural ingredients and whole grains, as well as containing no GMOs, dairy, casein, tree nuts, peanuts or soy. Canyon Bakehouse sets a new standard for gluten-free products.
$5.49
https://canyonglutenfree.com
Canyon Bakehouse
Gluten-Free
English Muffins
Sparkling cocktails are hot right now, so it’s no surprise that MillerCoors has joined the market, targeting its Cape Line beverages to women and men age 25 to 44. The drinks have just six ingredients — carbonated water, alcohol from real cane sugar, real cane sugar, lemon and/or lime juice concentrate, natural flavors and fruit juice added for color. They’re also 120 calories per serving with an ABV of 4.5 percent in three flavors: Margarita, Hard Strawberry Lemonade and Blackberry Mojito.
$13.99
www.capeline.com
Cape Line
Sparkling Cocktails
Carrington Farms Crounons have created a new category in the salad and soup topper market. They’re marketed as the “non-crouton,” but still provide the perfect crunch for such dishes. Crounons are made with organic, vegan, gluten-free puffed quinoa and seasonings in a dense, nutrient-packed form, and come in four flavors, two of which — Garden Herb and Garlic & Parmesan — were submitted for Editors' Picks and received praise from PG testers.
$5.99
https://carringtonfarms.com
Carrington Farms Organic Crounons
This is just one of the products under this celebrity brand that impressed us this year. Leveraging the cachet of their popular restaurant chain, the Wahlberg brothers teamed up with ARKK Food Co. on these Certified Angus Beef brand burgers to satisfy consumer demand for great-tasting beef in easy-to-serve meal solutions. Boasting a 17-day shelf life, the burgers are made from fresh beef cuts and delivered fresh to stores. The one-third-pound burgers are available in house blend, chuck brisket blend and craft blend, the line also includes 2-ounce sliders and 1-pound ground beef packages.
$9.99
www.certifiedangusbeef.com
Certified Angus Beef Burgers from Wahlburger At Home
Technology has made it as easy as it’s ever been to enjoy real maple syrup at home: Coombs Family Farms, a seventh-generation producer and packer of pure and organic maple, created Maple Stream, the first sprayable maple syrup. The push of a button delivers organic Grade A rich amber syrup. Less mess, portion controlled – but beware, you can’t see how much is left in the container, so go easy and stock up. Maple Stream comes in a recyclable can with no flammable propellants.
$7.99
www.coombsfamilyfarms.com
Coombs Family Farms Maple Stream
This product impressed a lot of people around the office, especially those looking for convenient snacks for purses, lunchboxes and after school. The tasty on-the-go snacks are made with 100 percent grass-fed beef, garlic and black pepper. But what puts this over the top is that each meat stick is individually wrapped, versus the unwrapped bites available in most comparable products. Perfect for road trips, kids’ lunches and gym bags, as well as for those into keto, Paleo or just eating more protein. The sticks are free of nitrites, MSG, gluten, antibiotics and added hormones.
$24 per 28-count bag
www.countryarcher.com
Country Archer
Original Mini Beef Sticks
Available in two flavors, 100% Chicken and 100% Turkey, these premium single-ingredient, high-protein dog treats are made only from natural chicken breast and turkey breast meat raised, sourced and manufactured in the United States, and make a tasty, wholesome snack for man’s – or woman’s – best friend. PG’s resident canine tester was one such happy snacker.
$5.99
www.thecountrybutcher.com
The Country Butcher
Pure Premiums
Pure Meat Slices
Diestel Family Ranch scores for making a pantry staple better and more on-trend. Available in certified-organic and no-antibiotics-ever varieties, the line includes 99 percent lean ground turkey breast, 94 percent lean ground turkey and quarter-pound turkey burgers made from butcher-quality, whole-muscle cuts. Diestel’s “thoughtfully raised” turkey is 100 percent vegetarian fed, Non-GMO Project Verified, and free of antibiotics, artificial ingredients, preservatives and gluten. It’s also Where Food Comes From certified, appealing to consumers’ growing interest in farm-to-plate products. Additionally, items are packaged in recyclable trays covered with clear, BPA-free plastic wrap to enhance freshness and shelf life.
$2.99 - $8.99
https://diestelturkey.com
Diestel Family Ranch Fresh Ground Turkey
This item purports to be the only keto-compliant bar on the market that doesn’t use supplements, whey or soy protein powders, and is free of artificial sugars and sugar alcohols. The bar features just 1 gram of carbs, 14 grams of protein and 9 grams of healthy fats from high-quality animal sources. It’s fortified with grass-fed beef collagen to deliver added health and nutritional value. We enjoyed this meaty bar’s savory and spiced taste profile. It’s also Whole30 Approved, high in omega-3s and CLAs, and completely free of artificial ingredients, preservatives, fillers, antibiotics, hormones, added nitrates and nitrites, GMOs, MSG, dairy, soy, and gluten.
$2.99
https://dnxbar.com/
DNX Grass Fed Beef
& Uncured Bacon Jalapeño Bar
Dippin’ Delights are Duke Foods’ take on the classic sweet dip — perfect for parties or just snacking. Better for you than icing or ice cream, these light, fluffy dips are perfect as an accompaniment to fresh fruit, and come in flavors that make them ideal as a stand-alone treat to bring to a group gathering. Vanilla Bean was a popular flavor for us, but the items are also available in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Turtle and many more flavors.
$3.99
https://dukefoods.com
Duke Foods
Dippin’ Delights
The plant-based beverage company is tapping the growing market for hemp products with this line of creamers. Available in three flavors – Original Unsweetened, French Vanilla and Hazelnut – they’re made with just four to five ingredients, without added gums, emulsifiers, carrageenan or oils. They also contain 350 milligrams of omega-3 ALA per serving. The original variety contains no added sugar, while the flavors contain only 1 gram of sugar per serving. Like their nut milk cousins, the creamers are certified vegan, gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, dairy-free, OU kosher and made without artificial flavors, carrageenan, gums or other emulsifiers.
$6.99
https://elmhurst1925.com
Elmhurst 1925 Hemp Creamers
For consumers avoiding dairy, Elmhurst is leading the way with its line of plant-based beverages made with a patented process requiring minimal ingredients. Newest to the table is its unsweetened range of Milked Cashews, Milked Walnuts and Milked Oats. They’re Non-GMO Project Verified, kosher, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free, and made without added sugars, artificial flavors, gums, emulsifiers or oils. Delivering hefty quantities of whole grains and omega-3s, depending on variety, these aseptically packaged beverages are appropriate for drinking or cooking. For coffee lovers, Elmhurst offers Barista Editions of its milked oats and almonds, offering thicker consistencies for beverage blending.
$6.99
https://elmhurst1925.com
Elmhurst 1925 Unsweetened Line
and Barista Editions
Breakfast Ovals are baked with four types of purity-protocol certified gluten-free rolled oats, with more than 20 grams of whole grains per serving and 12 percent of the recommended daily value of fiber. Although the bars crumble easily, they’re recognized for being flavorful — the line’s varieties are Apple Cinnamon, Chocolate Chip Banana, Maple Fig and Berry Medley — as well as Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free, palm oil-free, kosher, halal, vegan and free from 14 common food allergens.
$5.99
https://enjoylifefoods.com
Enjoy Life Breakfast
Fruit & Oat Ovals
Enstrom’s all-natural almond toffee is crafted from a blend of fresh California almonds, sweet cream butter and pure cane sugar, covered in a generous layer of rich chocolate. Enstrom’s Almond Toffee Petites are individually wrapped 0.5-ounce pieces that make the perfect bite-sized treat — although some of us found it difficult to stop at just one. The toffee is covered in either decadent milk or dark chocolate.
$1.79 (1.5 Ounces) / $3.49 (3 Ounces)
www.enstrom.com
Enstrom Milk and Dark Chocolate Almond Toffee
These are some of the most delicious and fresh-tasting salsas we’ve ever had. They’re the recipes of actress, producer, philanthropist, cookbook author and Texas native Eva Longoria, who partnered on them with FoodStory Brands, a family-owned Arizona-based company. Eva’s Kitchen Cantina Style Salsa, available in mild and medium heat levels, packs a rich and smoky bite derived from chipotle, jalapeño, cayenne and Anaheim peppers; fresh vegetables; and vine-ripened tomatoes that are specially charred and roasted to bring out their most robust taste. The higher-heat variety delivers a satisfying kick.
$3.98
www.evalongoriaskitchen.com
Eva’s Kitchen Cantina Style Salsa
With the number of people adopting keto or carb-free lifestyles or diets on the rise, FatSnax has brought out Double Chocolate Chip and Lemony Lemon cookies that have zero sugar, contain healthy fats, and are low in carbs and gluten-free. The lemon is a delectable citrusy treat, while the double chocolate is supremely rich. Each cookie has either 1 or 2 net carbs. The above price is for a 6-pack with two cookies in each pack (12 cookies).
$19.07
https://fatsnax.com/
FatSnax Cookies
Regardless of whether you follow a low-FODMAP diet, Fody’s line of sauces and marinades offers a range mouthwatering gut-friendly flavors: Green Enchilada, Taco, Korean BBQ, Sesame Ginger and Teriyaki. Each SKU is certified low FODMAP by Monash University, credited with developing the specialized diet, which can relieve IBS symptoms in up to 75 percent of the 45 million Americans who live with the condition. The products are also gluten-free certified, dairy-free, Non-GMO verified, vegan certified, and made with carefully sourced, real ingredients promoting digestive health, including avocado oil and Himalayan pink salt, while excluding high-FODMAP ingredients like onion and garlic. Best of all, consumers with IBS don’t have to sacrifice taste for health.
$5.99
www.fodyfoods.com/
Fody Low FODMAP Sauces and Marinades
Dairy-free yogurts continue to raise the bar for taste and texture. Though partial to milk-based products, we really liked Follow Your Heart’s latest offering. Made with organic coconut milk, they’re smooth and creamy, with a variety of flavors that are on point but not too sweet: plain, peach, vanilla bean, strawberry, blueberry, cherry, raspberry, strawberry rhubarb, key lime and piña colada. And with more than 1 billion colony-forming units per serving, they’re great for gut health. Further, Follow Your Heart’s dairy-free yogurts are produced at a solar-powered, zero-waste facility.
$1.99
https://followyourheart.com
Follow Your Heart Dairy-Free Yogurts
You know that the business is changing when you start seeing alternatives to alternatives. Soy-based tofu was long a go-to meatless protein choice, but what if you’re avoiding soy? Enter Pumfu, an organic, soy-free alternative made with pumpkin seeds. Rolled out at this year’s Natural Products Expo West, Pumfu offers 17 grams of plant protein per 320-calorie serving. Use Pumfu in recipes just like you’d use traditional tofu. It’s a great option for those avoiding soy but still pursuing plant-based diets and clean, transparent eating.
$6.69
http://foodiesvegan.com
Foodies Pumfu
Whether your palate is tender or cast-iron, there’s a salsa for you from Fresh Cravings. Mild, medium or hot, this Non-GMO Certified organic salsa delivers a fresh, crisp, vibrant, homemade taste. Its rich red color from vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh vegetables shouts authenticity. In addition to the 16-ounce container size, Fresh Cravings offers a single-serve option, complete with tortilla chips, in mild- and medium-heat varieties that are perfect for grab-and-go snacking.
$4.48
www.freshcravings.com
Fresh Cravings Organic Salsa
Gluten-free Cheesy Crackers are made with real cheddar cheese, stone-ground corn and cassava. They’re lower in sodium, fat and calories than traditional cheese crackers, but with all of the flavor, and they have no added sugar. The crackers are great for parents looking for a healthier alternative for kids’ snack cravings, and are made in peanut- and tree nut-free facilities.
$4.99
https://rwgarcia.com
RW Garcia
Cheesy Crackers
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The family-owned and -operated snack brand has launched a line of Organic Corn Chips for everything from school lunches to tailgates and picnics. The Bar-B-Q Corn Chips have a nice barbecue flavor and good crunch, while the organic, non-GMO Yellow Corn Chips have flavor on their own, but are particularly nice paired with salsa. They also have fewer calories, and less fat and sodium, than many of their conventional counterparts.
$4.49
https://rwgarcia.com
RW Garcia Corn Chips
This premium infused balsamic vinegar of Modena P.G.I. from Just Ryt Foods combines the purest wine vinegars, with grape must straight from the city’s harvest that undergoes the “Mother” process. Each of the six flavors — Raspberry, Fig, Strawberry, Pomegranate, Apple and Mango — are quite versatile and boast a delicious infusion of fruit flavor, which can be cooked down for a nice glaze.
$11.99
https://www.facebook.com/GiustoSapore/
Giusto Sapore All Natural Infused Balsamic Vinegar
Make cooking risotto less time-consuming with these packs from Just Ryt Foods. Some flavors, such as Truffle, had more flavors than others, but they’re being recognized for their one-pot, gluten-free solution for three people, featuring the finest-quality carnaroli rice. Just add broth — the PG testers’ recommendation — or water, olive oil, salt and pepper. The seven flavors are Asparagus, Vegetable, Truffle, Seafood, Saffron, Cherry Tomato and Porcini Mushroom.
$11.99
https://www.facebook.com/GiustoSapore/
Giusto Sapore
Italian Risotto
Even if you’re not actually a child, fun GoGo squeeZ BlastZ pouches will make you feel like a kid again. Made from 100 percent fruit, the snack comes in three surprisingly sophisticated flavors that will titillate your taste buds, regardless of your chronological age: Raspberry Rush, Berry Madness and Tropical Burst. Plus the vivid packaging pops on shelves, creating in-store interest.
$2.99
www.gogosqueez.com
GoGo SqueeZ BlastZ
Today’s conception of wellness encompasses mind as well as body. Adaptogenic products, which improve the body’s ability to adapt to stress by imparting strength, energy, stamina, endurance and mental clarity, seem perfectly aligned with this idea. Also a perfect fit: GT’s Alive sparkling teas made with a trio of adaptogenic mushrooms, select varieties of loose-leaf tea, and raw apple cider vinegar. A light and refreshing beverage, GT’s Alive offers an easy and flavorful way to help fight stress and promote balance within.
$3.99
https://gtslivingfoods.com
GT’s Alive
Adaptogenic Tea
We enjoyed the latest addition to Halo Top’s line of premium better-for-you ice creams, which delivers a healthy does of protein at fewer than 400 calories for an entire pint. The new Peanut Butter & Jelly variety offers peanut butter ice cream with swirls of strawberry flavoring sprinkled with cannoli bites. The dairy-based version of this flavor was a hit with our tasters. The variety also comes in a non-dairy vegan version, which we didn’t like quite as much, although it will probably be embraced by those shunning dairy products while seeking a nostalgic treat.
$4.99
https://halotop.com
Halo Top Peanut Butter
& Jelly Ice Cream
Coming from two distinct Heritage breeds of hens — the Copper Maran and Speckled Legbar — these eggs have deep-amber yolks, a result of the feed and the 8 acres of pasture on which they roam, according to the company. We found these American Humane Certified eggs, especially the yolks, to be richer in color and flavor than conventional eggs. The hens’ feed is a specially formulated vegetarian, nutrient-rich, all-natural, hormone-free diet primarily of premium corn and soy, vitamins, and minerals. Although they’re a bit pricey, the eggs are a great treat with a clean pedigree.
$7.99
https://happyegg.co
Happy Egg Free Range
Blue & Brown Heritage Breed Eggs
Harvest Snaps Salad Toppers Green Pea Crisps come in a 3-ounce package and offer an option other than croutons for salads. Farm-picked green peas are the No. 1 ingredient and provide a natural source of plant protein and fiber while being gluten-free. The baked (never fried) product has 30 calories per serving and comes in three yummy flavors: Garlic Butter, Italian Herb and Chipotle. They’re also free from artificial flavors, colors, cholesterol and common allergens.
$2.99
https://calbeena.com
Harvest Snaps Salad Toppers
These Black Bean Snack Crisps feature farm-picked black beans as the first ingredient, setting them apart from other veggie snacks on the market, which are made primarily from starchy potatoes or fried corn. These baked (never fried) snack crisps tout 50 percent less fat than regular potato chips and contain 130 calories per serving of 22 crisps. The new Southern Style Barbecue Flavor is available in a bigger 10-ounce bag size compared with the typical 3-ounce bags found in the produce aisle.
$5.69
https://calbeena.com/
Harvest Snaps Southern Style Barbecue Black Bean Snack Crisps
The No. 1 and No. 2 chocolate franchises have united for a sweet collaboration: Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar with Reese’s Pieces candy. The bar combines two iconic favorites — a smooth Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar infused with Reese’s Pieces candy and chopped peanuts — to create the ultimate mashup. PG testers’ general consensus was that it had to be delicious, and it didn’t disappoint.
$0.99
www.thehersheycompany.com
Hershey’s Milk Chocolate
Bar with Reese’s Pieces Candy
We love simple and tasty eating solutions, and have always been fans of Hormel’s line of meat-and-cheese snack packs. The company has taken the line a step further by leveraging consumer demand for bold, robust flavors to add two new flavors, Mediterranean and Chipotle. Mediterranean-style chicken is paired with bruschetta jack cheese alongside garlic and herb pita chips, and chipotle chicken is matched with queso quesadilla cheese and flaxseed corn chips. The 100 percent natural, minimally processed deli meats are made without artificial preservatives or ingredients.
$1.79
www.hormel.com
Hormel Natural Choice Snacks: New Global Flavors
Baked & Saucy enables pet parents to introduce variety at mealtime. The holistic veterinarian-approved dog food is coated in a bone broth gravy and can be served dry as a kibble, or as a wet food by simply adding water. Baked in small batches, the grain-free kibble contains only non-GMO produce and protein, along with pre- and probiotics to support healthy digestion, and added nutrition from vitamins A, D and B12. The clean-ingredient product line comes in two flavors, Chicken + Sweet Potatoes and Beef + Sweet Potatoes, each made with farm-raised meats and real vegetables. Baked & Saucy is touted as suitable for all breeds, sizes and ages, but we can only go by the enthusiastic response of one tester’s pooch, who gave the kibble a decided “paws up.”
$14.99 (4-pound bag) / $34.99 (10-pound bag)
www.iandloveandyou.com
“I and Love and You” Baked & Saucy
These superfood meal enhancers give pets a delicious new mealtime experience, upgrading their dry food into something special. Feed Meow (for cats) and Top That (for dogs) each come in three varieties offering the following functions: a superfood boost, added benefits for a shiny coat, and added probiotics for digestive support. The carrageenan-free items are made with real ingredients and contain no grains or fillers such as corn, wheat, rice or soy, while packing in omega-3s and -6s. Further, convenient single-serve BPA-free recyclable pouches make it easy to give an animal companion a great meal on the go. Furry friends of PG testers were suitably impressed by the dinners resulting from the enhancers’ use.
$1.49
www.iandloveandyou.com
“I and Love and You”
Top That and Feed
Meow Meal Enhancers
These tasty chicken nuggets are made with 100 percent all-natural chicken with no antibiotics ever and whole grain breading. Boasting less sodium than other leading nuggets, these contain no fillers, preservatives, thickening agents or artificial ingredients, and are nut-, dairy-, peanut- and soy-free. And it doesn’t hurt that they have a more generous chicken-to-breading ratio than other products. Inspired by the popular movie franchise, the nuggets come in such shapes as tyrannosaurus rex, stegosaurus, brachiosaurus, a raptor claw and a dinosaur footprint.
$8.00
www.foodstorybrands.com
Jurassic World
Chicken Nuggets
For those who love scrambled eggs but want to avoid animal products, Just Egg may be exactly what you’re looking for. Created by Michelin-starred chefs, the item is made from mung beans and designed to cook and taste just like chicken eggs. The product is dairy-free, non-GMO, cholesterol-free and free of artificial flavors; contains no saturated fat; and claims to have a lower carbon footprint than chicken eggs. We were impressed by the way Just Egg performs in the pan just like real eggs. The taste is very close, although we think it’ll work best scrambled with veggies or other add-ins.
$7.99
www.ju.st/en-us/stories/egg
Just Egg
Chocolate chips already in the mix? Cool! But we were even more impressed by the cooking options: You can just add water, or you can add an egg or milk, or both, depending on how much of a boost you want to give the 14 grams per serving of protein. For a mix made with 100 percent whole grains, it cooked up pancakes that were light and fluffy as well as flavorful. Cheers to Kodiak Cakes for delivering a convenient and delicious breakfast option that’s also better for you.
$4.99-$5.50
www.kodiakcakes.com
Kodiak Cakes Chocolate Chip Power Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix
Even more convenient than its new pancake and waffle mix are these frozen breakfast items from Kodiak Cakes. The company says that its toaster-ready flapjacks and waffles are “crafted from a frontier-inspired recipe” that uses 100 percent whole grains and non-GMO ingredients, with each serving delivering 12 to 14 grams of protein. We enjoyed the ease of prep and the Maple & Brown Sugar flavor of the flapjacks, which some of our tasters felt didn’t need any extra syrup. Quick, simple and tasty make for an on-target meal solution.
$4.99-$5.50
www.kodiakcakes.com
Kodiak Cakes Homestyle Power Waffles and Maple & Brown Sugar Power Flapjacks
Kodiak Cakes hit a trifecta with us this year, with a common thread of convenience. How much easier can a brownie be to make than to microwave it in its own cup? What’s more, these sweetly delicious brownies can be enjoyed with less guilt: They’re made with whole grain wheat and whey protein to give each cup 10 grams of protein. Also, they’re non-GMO and have no artificial preservatives. Dessert or snack, this brownie cup is a winner.
$1.99 - $2.25
www.kodiakcakes.com
Kodiak Cakes Mint Chocolate Brownie Unleashed Cup
Count on the folks at Litehouse to deliver flavorful salad dressings that are mindful of both good health and good taste. Among its latest: a reformulated Vinaigrettes line in response to growing consumer demand for lower-sugar options. At 50 calories or under per serving, they now have reduced fat and less sugar; don’t contain artificial preservatives, colors or flavors; and are made without high-fructose corn syrup or added MSG. The varieties are Red Wine Olive Oil, Poppyseed, Sweet Onion, Parmesan Caesar, Raspberry and Balsamic. Meanwhile, the brand’s Apple Cider Vinaigrettes deliver unique flavors in the trending apple cider vinegar product category. At 15 calories or fewer per serving, the varieties are Maple Apple, oil-free Lemon Ginger Turmeric, oil-free Cranberry Orange and oil-free Spiced Fig.
$3.99-$5.99
www.litehousefoods.com
Litehouse Apple Cider
Vinaigrettes and Pourable Vinaigrettes
As Millennials gravitate toward healthier foods with cleaner ingredient panels and free-from claims, Litehouse has reformulated its Organic Pourable dressings to be dairy-free as well as Certified USDA Organic, gluten-free and non-GMO; without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives; and sweetened with honey, agave and juices. The line’s flavors are Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, Ginger with Honey, Lemon Herb Vinaigrette, Ranch, and oil-free Raspberry Vinaigrette. Litehouse also developed organic spoonable dressings to offer thick and creamy options that are rare in this category. The line comes in classic glass jars, in Ranch, Blue Cheese, Caesar and Coleslaw varieties.
$4.99-$5.99
www.litehousefoods.com
Litehouse Organic Pourable dressings and Organic Spoonable dressings
The Little Potato Company nails it in delivering flavorful, easy-to-prepare side dishes for folks who like to cook inside and outdoors. The new oven-/grill-ready variety includes creamer potatoes in a ready-to-use roasting tray with a seasoning pack. Prep is 30 minutes in the oven, or just toss them on the grill before you start seasoning your steak so they’re ready by the time that perfect ribeye is done. Even more convenient is the Microwave Ready Tomato Basil kit, prepared in five minutes. Each kit contains four servings of vegetables, with no artificial colors or flavors, and is gluten free and laden with fiber, iron, magnesium and vitamin B6.
$3.49 - $4.99
www.littlepotatoes.com
The Little Potato Company Oven | Grill Ready Roasted Red Pepper & Onion and Microwave Ready Tomato Basil Kit
Leveraging the popular ingredient matcha – otherwise known as green tea powder – Loacker’s latest creation offers irresistible bite-sized goodness in the form of five light and crispy wafers alternating with four layers of matcha-flavored cream. The delicate confection contains no added flavorings, colorings, preservatives and hydrogenated fats – only the highest-quality ingredients. We dare you to eat just one.
$4.49-$5.49
www.loacker.com/int/en
Loacker Quadratini
Matcha Green Tea
These dips from Duke Foods take snacking up a notch. Co-branded with the popular Louisiana Hot Sauce, these premium cream cheese-based dips are poised to be the hit of your tailgate party or any occasion when you want to impress. The dips taste great either hot (after a few seconds in the microwave) or cold, scooped generously onto chips and crackers. PG’s testers loved their zing and the freshness of the ingredients. The varieties are Spicy Buffalo Chicken, Fiesta Beef Taco Dip, Zesty Chicken Enchilada, and Chorizo Sausage and Cheese.
$5.49
https://dukefoods.com
Louisiana Hot Sauce Dips
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A doughnut with filling in every bite? Brilliant! We loved these yeast-raised doughnuts from Magic Ring, which offers them as a unique item for the service bakery. The doughnuts come bulk packed and undecorated, so in-store bakery associates can work their creative magic. Magic Ring Donuts come in five flavors: Raspberry Jelly, Blueberry Jelly, Bavarian Creme, and dual-flavored Chocolate & Bavarian Creme and Strawberry Cream Cheese, which contains both strawberry jelly and cream cheese filling. Reportedly, they’ve already been a hit at Midwestern independent grocers, and they wowed attendees of this year’s IDDBA show, where our testers first encountered them.
$1.19
www.bakerboy.com
www.magicringdonuts.com
Magic Ring Donuts
Mann Packing Co. continues to build upon its solution-focused Nourish Bowls line, which we’ve honored previously. Their latest offering taps the breakfast category, which is flush with opportunities for grocers. Mann’s Denver Scramble and Fiesta Scramble bowls feature vegetables like kale, sweet potato and cauliflower, along with ham and cheese in the Denver variety and chicken chorizo in the Fiesta SKU. Add one or two eggs, microwave for four minutes and voilà: a healthy breakfast that’s delicious and convenient. The bowls offer up to 25 grams of protein and top out at 330 calories.
$4.99
www.veggiesmadeeasy.com
Mann’s Nourish Bowls Breakfast
Who doesn’t like pickles? (There are actually a few people, which blows the mind of this tester.) McClure’s takes an already great snack and makes it more convenient – portable and less messy to enjoy away from home. Each pouch provides a peck of bite-size baby dill pickles with signature McClure’s flavors, including Dill, Sweet & Spicy, and Sweet. No refrigeration is necessary prior to opening, so feel free to toss these pouches into lunchboxes, purses and briefcases, and enjoy these little morsels of briny goodness far and wide.
$2.79
https://mcclures.com
McClure’s Pickle
Snack Packs
Golden West Food Group never fails to create ever-classier ways to enjoy meat. Need an example? Golden West’s new butcher-crafted premium burger line features patties made from a mixture of muscle cuts, like brisket, chuck, short ribs and tri tips. These burgers cooked up great on the grill, delivering great beef flavor after just a few minutes over the flames. The line also includes turkey, bison Wagyu, grass-fed, organic, sliders and Angus burgers, available both fresh and frozen.
$7.99
www.gwfg.com
Meat District Gourmet Patties
It’s no secret that we love meat snacks around here, and brands continue to impress us with new and tasty ways to deliver doses of protein. Organic Valley scores with its new protein snacks. Hit No. 1: organic beef jerky, made from grass-fed beef. Pineapple Chili was a favorite flavor, but it also comes in Chipotle Lime. Hit No. 2: organic chicken bars, made with humanely treated hens in bold Black Pepper and zesty Sweet Chili. Both varieties are portable, clean-labeled and robustly flavored.
$3.87 (Beef) / $1.99 (Chicken)
www.organicvalley.coop
Mighty Organic Beef Jerky and Chicken Bars
At a time when plant-based products are all the rage, Mikey’s comes in with a hybrid product: a Paleo-friendly pocket meal that has real meat but is dairy-free. The flaky crust encases combos like Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Ham & Cheese, Sausage & Pepper, Cauliflower Curry, Egg & Cheese, and Egg, Ham & Cheese, featuring melty nondairy cheese made from potato and tapioca starches, and coconut oil. These convenient, microwaveable pockets passed the “quick, handy breakfast for teens” test. They’re also gluten-free, grain-free, soy-free, non-GMO and certified Paleo.
$5.99
https://eatmikeys.com
Mikey’s Pockets
Remember when freeze-dried meals were just for campers and astronauts? These tasty meals from Mountain House are truly the next generation of just-add-water convenience. The company says that it makes each meal from scratch, then uses a gentle freeze-drying process to preserve freshness and lock in nutrients. We really enjoyed these easy-to-pack entrées that contain up to 18 grams of protein and fewer than 280 calories per serving. They’re ready in 10 minutes, either in the microwave or by adding water directly to the pouch. The varieties are Chicken Fajita Bowl, Italian Pepper Steak and Southwest Skillet.
$5.99
www.mountainhouse.com
Mountain House
Simple Sensations
For those who enjoy sour with their sweet, Nerds, the brand known for its tiny, tangy, crunchy candy, has expanded its Big Chewy Nerds line with Sour Big Chewy Nerds, featuring a sour chewy center inside a sweet, crunchy candy shell. The item offers a variety of sour flavors, including Brainiac Blue Raspberry, Streaming Strawberry Lemonade, Wiki Watermelon and Blood Orange Byte. So if tart’s your thing, go for it.
$1.09 (4.25-Ounce Concession Box)
$1.99 (6-Ounce Medium Peg bag)
$2.99 (10-Ounce Stand-Up Bag)
www.ferrarausa.com
Sour Big Chewy Nerds
Designed as an all-purpose item, Ni Armor’s Sweet BBQ Marinade and dipping sauce can also be pressed into service for baking, basting, stir-frying and sautéeing, in addition to being used as a condiment. Not usually a fan of barbecue sauces, our tester nevertheless found the unexpectedly subtle-tasting product to go well with just about anything.
$4.95
https://b-m.facebook.com/NiArmor/
Ni Armor’s Sweet BBQ Marinade and Dipping Sauce
Packaged in innovative 12-ounce squeezable pouches, Nutiva Squeezable Organic Virgin Coconut Oil and Squeezable Organic Steam Refined Coconut Oil are portable, mess-free and allow for better portion control when dispensing. They’re great for sautéing, baking and replacing vegetable oil in some recipes. The virgin product has more of a coconut taste, while the steam-refined item blends well. Both coconut oils are certified organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Keto, naturally gluten-free and vegan.
$6.99
www.nutiva.com
Nutiva Squeezable
Organic Coconut Oils
O2 Sports Recovery Drink is meant as a post-workout beverage blending seven times the oxygen of tap water with electrolytes to help the body process toxins and recover faster. What really stood out for PG testers, however, were the nonbcarbonated beverage’s delicious flavors: Lemon Lime and Blackberry Current. They’re caffeine-free — as an option after night workouts — low in sugar and Non-GMO Project Verified.
$3.94
https://drinko2.com
O2 Caffeine Free
Sports Recovery Drink
Some folks might feel intimidated by the mysteries of the fermented beverage kombucha, but we think this hybrid offering by Odwalla may open the category to a wider audience. Odwalla’s Smoobucha combines the taste and texture of fruit smoothies with the boldness of pasteurized kombucha, in three distinct flavors: Citrus & Guava, Berry & Ginger, and Apple & Greens. In addition to claiming 40 percent less sugar and fewer calories than leading smoothies, this beverage contains “good” bacteria, a source of fiber that helps support digestive health, and delivers 100 percent RDV of vitamin C. All three varieties contain two servings of fruits and vegetables, and are vegan and gluten-free.
$2.99
www.odwalla.com
Odwalla Smoobucha
We thought this spread was neat for its potential as a snack and an ingredient. It combines real chocolate with the convenience of a buttery spread that’s gluten-free and nondairy, with only 2 grams of sugar per serving. The spread is made without partially hydrogenated oils – it’s a blend of canola, palm and olive oils – and can be used as a replacement for butter in any sweet recipe. Or spread it on toast, pastries or anything that deserves a spike of chocolate flavor. Heck, we even dunked crackers in it. Don’t judge.
$4.99
https://olivio.com
Olivio Chocolate
Buttery Spread
Once Again’s Amoré hazelnut- and almond-flavor nut butters with cocoa are now available in squeeze packs, perfect for a kid’s lunchbox, portion control, an on-the-go snack option or a way to try the product. The certified-organic nut butters have a smooth texture and high-quality sweet taste, with 30 percent less sugar than leading brands and 100 calories per serving. They’re also free of cholesterol and trans fat.
$1.69
https://onceagainnutbutter.com
Once Again Nut Butter Squeeze Packs
We’re fans of Ozery Bakery and its talents with whole grains. Its Blueberry Morning Rounds are a delicious, plant-based, on-the-go breakfast or anytime snack. Made with 7 grams of whole grains, 5 grams of real fruit and 2 grams of fiber, the toastable fruit-and-grain buns are GMO-free and made with chunks of real dried fruit. They’re a great alternative to bagels or English muffins at any meal or daypart.
$4.99
https://ozerybakery.com
Ozery Blueberry
Morning Rounds
Multigrain & Seeds Organic Lavash Crackers from Ozery Family Bakery are filled with wholesome, delicious and vegan ingredients free of artificial preservatives and GMOs. The plant-based crackers are individually wrapped for freshness, easy accessibility and on-the-go convenience. They’re thin with a nice crunch, and pair well with cheeses or jams, earning them a central spot on any well-stocked charcuterie board.
$4.99 / $5.99
https://ozerybakery.com
Ozery Organic Lavash Multigrain & Seeds Cracker
Delivering a rich, cheesy flavor in either the regular or vegan versions, Pamela’s Products makes one of the better boxed mac & cheeses we’ve tasted. The pasta meals are made with certified organic gluten-free pastas and real cheeses (the vegan version’s sauce is made from a combination of ingredients such as pumpkin and sweet potato powders). Like previous offerings,these pasta meals contain at least 10 grams of protein per serving. Our only beef is that the serving size seems a bit smaller than suggested on the box, precluding the meal being enough for more than one person. Not that we’d want to share anyway.
$3.79
www.pamelasproducts.com
Pamela’s Mac N’ Cheese
The newest ParmCrisps flavor aims to satisfy the late-night pizza cravings of any keto dieter. Brick-Oven Pizza ParmCrisps are a 100 percent cheese, oven-baked snack featuring a unique blend of parmesan, mozzarella, turkey pepperoni and tomato. They have no sugar, no gluten and low carbs, making them keto-friendly. Whether keto or not, PG testers kept going back for more of this superbly crunchy snack.
$2.99-$3.99
https://parmcrisps.com
ParmCrisps
Brick-Oven Pizza
Past offerings from Pear’s have impressed us, and so did these new flavors. The gluten-free Salted Caramel Churro Flavored Almonds are inspired by Latin American street food. The Cocoa Dusted Truffle Peanuts are decadent yet gluten-free. And we found it hard to put down the sweet and crunchy Sugar Cookie Confetti Cashews. All of Pear’s snacks are free from artificial preservatives, flavors and colors. These are all great follow-ups to a line of innovative, fun and flavorful varieties like the Everything Bagel Flavored Cashews honored here last year.
$2.99 - $5.99
https://pearsgourmet.com
Pear’s Gourmet Snack Nuts
Protein and probiotics are key trending ingredients, and this new snack bar hits them both squarely on target. Probar Live bars are made with real nuts and seeds, and zero added sugar. Minimally processed to emphasize the texture and flavor of every ingredient, each bar contains 10 grams of plant-based protein and 1 billion CFU (colony-forming units) of live probiotics. Sold in the refrigerated section and best enjoyed cold, they are made without any preservatives or emulsifiers. The Non-GMO and gluten-free varieties are Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Coconut Cashew, Almond Butter and Almond Butter Chocolate Chip.
2.49
https://theprobar.com
Probar Live
These savory chips contain at least nine times the protein of conventional chips and about 75 percent lower net carbs, giving health-conscious consumers a crave-worthy snack that they won’t regret eating. Baked, not fried, and made with less than 1 gram of sugar and no soy, the product replaces potato with milk and whey protein isolate, thereby offering 18 grams of protein and only 4 grams of net carbs per bag, while still providing the texture and taste that snackers want. The chips come in three flavors, Nacho Cheese, Chili Lime and Ranch, all of which PG testers found good to the last crunch.
$2.09
www.questnutrition.com
Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips
These Cauliflower Cheddar Crackers aim to reinvent kids’ favorite cheesy snack crackers, but they feature cassava flour for equal parts taste and nutrition. The veggie-based, non-GMO, gluten-free certified crackers proved to be a hit with both PG testers’ children and the testers themselves – even those without offspring. Although the vegan cheddar flavor was most popular, the product is also available in sea salt and nacho varieties.
$3.99
www.fromthegroundupsnacks.com
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower Cheddar Crackers
These airy, crunchy cauliflower-based stalks, whose first ingredient is actually cassava, satisfy the need for something crunchy, but they’re also gluten-free and non-GMO. We had a tough time putting down the sea salt flavor, but they also come in a cheddar variety. One serving size is a generous 24 stalks, guaranteeing satiety at just 140 calories.
$3.99
www.fromthegroundupsnacks.com
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower
Sea Salt Stalks
These grain-free, cauliflower-based tortilla chips from Real Food From the Ground Up combine with cassava flour for the perfect dippable, scoopable, healthier snack chip. The sea salt variety got the most attention from PG testers, but they’re also available in nacho and lime flavors. The non-GMO, gluten-free certified snack contains only 130 calories per 10 chips. Last but not least, they have a great crunch.
$3.99
www.fromthegroundupsnacks.com
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower Sea Salt Tortilla Chips
It’s fun waiting to see which legacy brand will be next with a line extension aimed at driving category excitement and incremental sales. This time, The Hershey Co. put its Reese’s peanut butter cups on a diet to create Reese’s Thins. They’re 40 percent thinner than regular cups, with 170 calories for a serving of three thins, versus 110 calories per regular cup. They were a hit among our testers, especially the milk chocolate variety. Actually, our dark chocolate fans were disappointed in the execution of that variety, but still, any day with peanut butter cups is a good one.
$2.49 (Small Bag) / $4.09 (Sharing Bag)
www.hersheys.com/reeses/en_us/home.html
Reese’s Thins
Replacing carbs with vegetables hot right now, practically creating a new category unto itself. One of the latest is RightRice, made with 90 percent vegetables, including lentils, chickpeas and green peas plus rice. With more than double the protein, five times the fiber and almost 40 percent fewer net carbs than a bowl of white rice, RightRice also cooks up faster than traditional white rice. We enjoyed the ease of prep as well as the taste and texture. Available in Lemon Pepper, Spanish, Garlic Herb and Thai Curry varieties, RightRice is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan and kosher, and boasts a low glycemic index.
$3.99
www.rightrice.com
RightRice
It takes two, as the old song goes, and Rust-Oleum has proved that with its Concrobium Duo Blast Mold & Mildew Deep Stain Remover, which features a unique dual-chamber trigger spray formulated to remove the toughest embedded stains on most surfaces, indoors and out. The product is particularly good for restoring the look of hard surfaces such as bathroom tiles and grout, lumber and drywall, and concrete and cinder block. Unlike bleach-based mold cleaners, however, Duo Blast’s powerful cleaning formula is also safe for fabrics. One of our testers made the most of the spray’s varied uses during a thorough weekend-long scouring of her home, with sparkling results.
$7.97
www.rustoleum.com
Rust-Oleum Concrobium Duo Blast Mold & Mildew Deep Stain Remover
RXBAR’s protein bars are known for their “No B.S.” labels with a few simple ingredients like egg whites, dates and nuts; each bar has 12 grams of protein and no added sugar, preservatives or artificial ingredients. The Peanut Butter & Berries item is a take on the classic sandwich that didn’t disappoint. We found the creation, blended with real bits of raspberries, both sweet and delicious as an on-the-go breakfast or snack.
$2.49
www.rxbar.com
RXBAR
Peanut Butter & Berries
Featuring the flavors and textures of crispy toasted coconut chips, dry-roasted nuts, spices and dried fruit in carefully crafted combinations, Sahale’s Coconut Snack Mixes boast thoughtfully sourced ingredients that our testers frankly couldn’t get enough of. Another plus is the highly attractive pouch packaging, showing off the contents in all of their glory. The line’s varieties are Pineapple Rum Cashew and Cherry Cocoa Almond.
$4.29
www.sahalesnacks.com
Sahale Snacks
Coconut Snack Mixes
Designer salts are on-trend, and this range from SaltWorks offers a world of flavor possibilities for recipes or post-prep seasoning, created through a cold-smoking process. Durango Hickory Smoked Sea Salt adds a hint of umami to sweet and savory dishes. El Dorado Mesquite is a natural partner to spice-heavy barbecue rubs and sauces, due to its strong, straightforward flavor. Fumée de Sel Chardonnay Oak imparts a crisp, ripe elegance. Salish Alderwood offers an adaptable flavor profile that enhances meat, poultry or vegetables. Yakima Applewood has a subtly sweet fragrance smoke that pairs well with lighter meats such as chicken and pork.
$5.49 - $7.74
www.seasalt.com
SaltWorks Smoked Sea Salts
Sanissimo’s oven-baked corn crackers are made with a mere three ingredients and 100 percent whole grain corn. We were impressed with the convenient individual packages that come in boxes of eight — made of 100 percent recycled materials — for great portable snacks or as a canvas for delicious dips. The crackers are Non-GMO Project Verified and gluten-free, with no artificial preservatives, colors and flavors; added sugars; or trans fat. Further, they boast a light, crunchy texture with a good amount of flavor.
$4.29
https://sanissimo.ca
Sanissimo Salmas Oven Baked Corn Crackers
Sensitive eaters are benefiting from a host of new products geared to their needs, whether driven by preference, intolerance or allergies. These salsas deliver robust flavors with fire-roasted tomatoes and tropical fruits green chiles, but without onions or garlic. The varieties are Mild Fire Roasted and Spicy Chipotle. They’re full of flavor but won’t cause the tummy upset and bad breath that some folks may experience with onions and garlic.
$6.49
www.saucycompany.com
Saucy Company Salsa
Low-sugar, high-protein Serenity Kids offers the only pouched baby food to use ethical meats like 100 percent grass-fed beef and wild-caught Alaskan salmon that provide vital nutrients that breastmilk starts to lose as a child is weaned. The brand supports American farmers by using only homegrown ingredients, donating a portion of company profits to the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, and its pouches are also free to recycle through a partnership with Terracycle. All that, and it’s a great hit with its target group, too, if the reactions of PG testers’ young ones are anything to go by.
$3.99
https://myserenitykids.com/
Serenity Kids Ethically Sourced Meats
In keeping with the brand’s commitment to provide lower-sugar, high-protein Icelandic yogurt with easy-to-understand ingredients, Siggi’s Simple Sides brings together the brand’s 2 percent milkfat skyr and no-added-sugar add-ins to create a nourishing, wholesome item. The all-natural product line has no artificial preservatives, sweeteners or flavors, while packing 15 grams of protein and containing just 12 grams of sugar. It’s also convenient to have all of your fixings at hand when enjoying a cup of yogurt for breakfast or as a snack.
$1.99
https://siggis.com/
Siggi’s Simple Sides
Now consumers can get their protein on the go in convenient clean-ingredient formats featuring non-GMO ingredients. SimplyProtein Baked Bars provide consumers’ desired nutrition, along with high fiber and low sugar, wedded to a home-style, soft-baked texture. The brand’s low-sugar, vegan Crunchy Bites, meanwhile, satisfy salty-snack cravings with their namesake texture and savory flavor. Both are simply yummy.
$5.99 (Baked Bars) / $1.99 (Crunchy Bites)
https://simplyprotein.com/
Simply Protein Baked
Bars and Crunchy Bites
Convenience continues to be king among many new-product developers, and it’s a perfect fit for this iconic brand that’s part of the Hormel Foods family. Skippy PB&J Minis bring some excitement to the frozen food department with this handy snack for kids of all ages. Toss one of these mini sandwiches into a lunch bag, briefcase or purse, and it’ll be ready when you need it – as is or toasted. With 230 calories and 7 grams of protein, it’s great as a snack, or as part of a lunch or small meal. Two varieties team classic Skippy peanut butter with either strawberry or grape jelly.
$6.99 - $7.49
www.peanutbutter.com
Skippy PB&J Minis
Smart Flour has been on the cutting edge of making frozen pizza “better for you” while still making it taste good. Its latest score is this Three Meat Pizza, the newest addition to its lineup of ancient-grain-based, certified gluten-free pizzas. Focusing on simple yet premium ingredients, this pizza pairs sweet Italian sausage with nitrate-/nitrite-free, spicy uncured pepperoni and bacon, and is then topped with a blend of mozzarella, provolone, parmesan and romano cheeses. The Non-GMO Project Verified crust is made with a blend of sorghum, amaranth and teff flours. Further, the pizza is free of preservatives, artificial colors and flavors, along with common allergens like wheat, nuts, tree nuts, soy and eggs. A recent packaging redesign lends further pizzazz.
$6.99 - $7.99
www.smartflourfoods.com
Smart Flour
Three Meat Pizza
For those that want to up their consumption of water but are bored by the taste, there are Smartwater Sparkling Flavors, available in Strawberry Blood Orange, Fuji Apple Pear and Raspberry Rose varieties. Each is designed using premium ingredients to create an exotic, unexpected flavor combination that can’t be found in any other sparkling product on the market. Best of all, you get your burst of flavor without any sugar or calories, but with plenty of fizz and flavor.
$2.29
www.drinksmartwater.com
Smartwater
Sparkling Flavors
The demand for protein that’s driving the meat snack revolution is bringing excitement to some mature category offerings, in this case, pork rinds or, more specifically, cracklins. Southern Recipe describes its Cuban Mojo Cracklins as having bold flavor, and we’re hard-pressed to argue, given the citrus notes and powerful crunch. This is definitely a robust snack that’s on trend with consumers’ desire for big, authentic flavors. And the item fits right in with current eating trends like high protein and the keto diet.
$3.99
https://southernrecipe.com
Southern Recipe
Cuban Mojo Cracklins
Music City’s one-time best-kept culinary secret now seems to be sweeping the country: Nashville hot chicken – basically fried chicken that’s aggressively spiced – is everywhere lately. Now the Spice Lab makes it possible for home chefs to incorporate that fiery profile into their own recipes. This spice blend starts out fierce, but is tempered with some sweetness and a mustardy tang. Our testers used it to kick up some supermarket fried chicken, to great effect. The company suggests using it on ribs or chicken-fried steak, or even roasted cauliflower.
$5.99
https://spices.com
The Spice Lab Nashville Hot Chicken Seasoning
As cauliflower muscles in on carbs, Spinato’s has decided to try the same with its green cousin. We really enjoyed this new line of frozen, plant-based broccoli-crust pizzas, each handmade with locally sourced ingredients. Each pizza is Beyond Celiac certified gluten-free and boasts higher levels of carotenoids, vitamin D and calcium than other plant-based pizza crusts. Additionally, the toppings are delicious and fresh-tasting. There are four varieties: Primavera (zucchini, red onion, mushroom and red pepper); Mediterranean Style Supreme (chicken sausage, red onion, feta cheese, green peppers and Kalamata olives); Margherita (chopped basil, slow-roasted tomatoes and whole-milk mozzarella); and Aged Asiago, Romano & Mozzarella.
$8.99
https://spinatos.com
Spinato’s Broccoli
Crust Pizza
Frankly, our testers were divided on this one. Some felt it was just a lemon-heavy Sprite. But its fans, who won out, enjoyed its crisp, cool taste and boost of citrus. Coca-Cola wins further points for finding new ways to leverage its legacy brands for new audiences – in this case, one that has been enjoying steady year-over-year growth. Plus, Coke’s Freestyle machines in the foodservice channel are turning out to be consumer-driven test labs, as folks have been infusing Sprite with lemonade on their own. Sprite Lymonade also taps the fast-growing sparkling-lemonade category and keeps a well-known brand on the cutting edge.
Line-Priced With Regular Sprite Products
www.sprite.com
Sprite Lymonade
St Pierre’s Cinnamon Rolled Crepes are individually wrapped and available in packs of eight for the perfect grab-and-go snack that’s in shelf-ready packaging for the deli, bakery, snack aisle or wherever grocers see fit. The crepes are made in the heart of France using traditional recipes, and are rolled around a cinnamon filling. We found their thin texture incredible, and the flavors decadent. They’re also available in a Chocolate & Hazelnut Filled Crepe flavor.
$3.49
www.stpierrebakery.com
St Pierre
Cinnamon Rolled Crepes
Sweet Loren’s Place & Bake Cookie Dough is certified gluten-free, vegan, Non-GMO Project Verified, nut-free, 100 percent whole grain and kosher pareve. It’s a delicious option for anyone with dietary restrictions, but makes a tasty cookie even if you don’t traditionally gravitate toward clean, simple ingredients. Merchandised in the refrigerated dough section, the item is available in Chocolate Chunk, Fudgy Brownie, Sugar and Oatmeal Cranberry varieties.
$4.99
https://sweetlorens.com
Sweet Loren’s
Place & Bake Cookie Dough
An extension of the Mini Chewy line, SweeTARTS Mini Chewy Berries & Cherries offers the classic SweeTARTS flavor fusion in a chewy, coated candy that floods the taste buds with tangy flavor. Capitalizing on the current consumer trend toward berry-flavored options, the product offers Raspberry, Blackberry, Blue Berry Punch, Dark Cherry and Mixed Berry varieties. OK, we know it doesn’t count as a fruit serving, but we can dream, can’t we?
$1.49 (4-Ounce Share Pack or 3.75-Ounce Concession Bag)
$2.99 (12-Ounce Stand Up Bag)
www.ferrarausa.com
SweeTARTS Mini Chewy Berries & Cherries
Tessemae’s traditionally creates refrigerated dressings, but Pantry is a new line of shelf-stable, clean-label dressings and marinades. They have no gums, fillers or artificial flavors, and there are seven varieties: Classic Italian, Lemon Pepper, Buffalo Ranch, Classic Ranch, Cilantro Lime Ranch, Classic Balsamic and Ranch Vinaigrette. Many of Tessemae’s products are Whole 30 approved and follow Keto guidelines, making them a guiltless pleasure.
$4.99-$5.99
www.tessemaes.com
Tessemae’s Pantry Line
Nonchocolate candies are driving a lot of growth in the confectionery category, and within that subcategory, sours are a popular flavor profile. So no wonder Trolli is having success with its Sour Brite All Star Mix, which brings additional excitement and fun to the category. Trolli, the inventor of the gummi worm, put its most original shapes in a single bag with five of the greatest Sour Brite shapes: crawlers, sloths, octopuses, llamas and tiny hands. It might look like you’re eating something from the bait shop, but, hey, these shapes a driving a huge chunk of Trolli’s growth this year.
$1.25 - $4.99 (Various-Size Packages)
www.trolli.com
Trolli Sour Brite
All Star Mix
Truly Grass Fed is a premium cheese line imported from a select co-op of small family farms in Ireland. The cheese is Animal Welfare Approved, which has the most rigorous standards for animal welfare and environmental sustainability globally. It’s also Non-GMO Project Verified, rBST free and substantiates the 95 percent grass-fed claim. Both flavors — Natural Aged Cheddar and Natural Sharp Cheddar — were wolfed down by PG testers, who described them as creamy and delicious.
$5.99
www.trulygrassfed.com
Truly Grass Fed Cheese
This new line of canned tomatoes from Red Gold is right on target for making life easier for home cooks. From whole to diced to purée, straight or seasoned, the line presents a host of recipe options. One of our testers used the diced tomatoes with her instant-pot chicken and raved about the flavor without the need to add additional seasonings: “It sped up the prep time not having to measure seasoning or having to search for a recipe.” Additionally, Tuttorosso tomatoes are preserved using the brand’s Steam Sealed Flavor-Loc system.
$1.79
https://redgoldtomatoes.com
Tuttorosso Italian Inspirations Tomatoes
Moved by the plight of the more than 550,000 Americans living on the streets without regular access to clean, safe showers, Unilever created The Right to Shower, a line of naturally derived head-to-toe gel cleansers and small-batch bar soaps. This year, the company is donating 100 percent of the items’ profits to organizations around the country that are converting trucks and buses into mobile shower services for homeless people. The products are 100 percent vegan, not tested on animals and packaged in 100 percent recycled paper carton, with scents specially crafted to evoke Joy, Hope, Strength and Dignity. Online publication Bustle wrote of the line, “Never has taking a shower felt so good.” PG couldn’t agree more.
$11.99 (Cleanser) / $6.99 (Soap)
Unilever The Right to Shower Head to Toe Cleanser and Bar Soap
This one turned out to be the shocker of the year, earning a thumbs-up from the most carnivorous meat-snack lovers on our panel of testers. Made with wheat protein, the 100 percent vegan jerky offers 8 to 10 grams of protein per serving; is an excellent source of vitamin B12; and comes in creative, tropical-inspired flavors. At no more than 100 calories per serving, Upton’s Jerky Bites offer a texture and chew very similar to traditional beef jerky; contain no GMOs, soy, trans fat and cholesterol; and are low in fat and carbs. Further, as far as inventive flavor options go, the line comes in Smoky Original, Tarragon Ginger Lime, Tamarind Pepperoni and Pineapple Pink Peppercorn varieties.
$4.99
www.uptonsnaturals.com
Upton’s Naturals Jerky Bites
It seems like CBD is everywhere, from foods and beverages to health and beauty products. Consumers might be curious to try it, but where do they start? A nonthreatening entry point – we hesitate to say gateway – might be this line of flavored sparkling waters. Each serving contains 25 milligrams of broad-spectrum CBD (no hallucinogenic THC). CBD’s active phyto-compounds are believed to have potentially powerful therapeutic benefits, and with the popularity of sparkling waters, this is a great product to find out if it’s for you. The sparkling water is sugar-free and has zero calories, and comes in three natural flavors: Tangerine, Watermelon and Black Cherry.
$5.00
www.welleryou.com
W+ CBD Sparkling Water
Golden West Foods scores again in bringing a taste of this growing celebrity-driven burger restaurant chain to home kitchens. This new line of frozen patties includes actor Mark Wahlberg’s favorite – all-white turkey with herbs and stuffing – definitely a unique offering among the burgers in the grocery freezer case. The other two Wahlberg brothers involved in the Wahlburgers chain have their tastes represented as well: singer-songwriter Donnie’s choice is an Angus beef brisket-chuck blend with bacon, cheddar and jalapeño, while chef Paul’s favorite is a classic brisket-chuck blend. Grilled or thrown on the griddle, these burgers cook up easily and are a great meal solution component.
$11.99
www.gwfg.com
Wahlburgers Frozen Patties
Watkins’ new All Natural Baking Vanilla Extract is the first all-natural alternative to pure vanilla on the market. It’s made with the best grade of Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans, imparting a rich aroma. Unlike high-alcohol vanilla extracts, this low-alcohol, bake-proof, freeze-proof formula retains flavor that doesn’t evaporate when baking or freezing. With extra-rich gourmet flavor, this extract enhances recipes like chocolate chip cookies, cakes and more. Among a range of flavor extracts recently released by Watkins, this one impressed us the most.
$5.99
www.watkins1868.com
Watkins All Natural
Original Gourmet
Baking Vanilla
The Bacon BBQ and Tomato Basil cheese crisps -- baked 100 percent real cheese in bold flavors -- were both PG tester favorites. The straight-from-the-garden spice blends provide versatility that’s great for on-the-go snacking, or in soups and salads. The cheese crisps are high in protein, a great source of calcium and contain only 1 gram of carbs per serving, which is a substantial 23 crisps at between 150 and 170 calories.
$3.99
www.whisps.com
Whisps Tomato Basil and
Bacon BBQ Cheese Crisps
Hibiscus is a beautiful tropical flower, of course, but it also provides powerful nutrition. Wisdom of the Ancients’ proprietary blend of hibiscus, yerba maté and stevia offers more than 400 nutrients to nourish the body, and is USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project verified and kosher. It also makes a pleasant cup of tea. As one of our intrepid testers noted: “I enjoy the sweetened taste that the stevia provides, and love how that creates a tea that is sweet without any sugar at all. It seems to boost my energy, so that must be the yerba mate, I imagine. It also helps my allergies, which must be the hibiscus.” Who could ask for anything more?
$6
https://wisdomofancients.com/
Wisdom of the Ancients Organic Yerba Mate Hibiscus Tea
Care about the environment but love the convenience of disposable straws and plates? World Centric products are for you. Made from FSC Certified paper from sustainable sources, the BPA-, phthalate- and PVC-free straws provide durability unavailable with traditional paper straws, which tend to disintegrate quickly in liquids, and the eco-friendly straws will compost in two to four months in a commercial composting facility. Meanwhile, the microwave- and freezer-safe plates are made of wheat straw (the remaining plant fiber after the grain has been removed), an annually renewable resource guaranteed to break down in two to three months in industrial facilities. What’s more, World Centric offsets 100 percent of its carbon emissions by planting trees, protecting forests and supporting indigenous communities, and donates 20 percent of its profits to social and environmental causes, so consumers have additional reasons to feel good about choosing the company’s products.
$3.49 (Straws) / $3.99 (Plates)
World Centric FSC Certified Kraft Paper Straws 100% Compostable
and 9” Disposable Plates
Remember Dunkaroos? They were cookies you dipped in icing, made by General Mills in the 1990s. Apparently, Generation Xers see these Go-Gurt Dunkers as a better-for-you update of that dear, departed snack. Of course, Yoplait had a different demographic in mind for this product, since nearly half of all kid yogurt-eating occasions are as a snack. In any case, we thought this was a neat snack that’s convenient and fun, with a healthy profile. Made with no artificial colors, flavors or high-fructose corn syrup, Go-Gurt Dunkers come in three flavors: Strawberry Yogurt + Honey Graham Sticks, Vanilla Yogurt + Chocolatey Graham Sticks, and Cotton Candy Yogurt + Honey Graham Sticks.
$5.99
www.yoplait.com
Yoplait Go-Gurt Dunkers
This premium broth aims to kick up the options in the category. It’s packaged in a glass jar to showcase its golden color and is a good option for vegans, vegetarians or people looking to consume more plant-based foods. Zoup! started as a restaurant concept and now has 100 brick-and-mortar locations. The broth is kettle-cooked in small batches, low in calories, paleo-friendly with zero carbs, and free from hormones, gluten, GMOs, fat, trans fat and saturated fat.
$7.99
www.zoupbroth.com
Zoup! Good, Really Good USDA Certified Organic Veggie Broth
Curcumin is the bioactive compound responsible for turmeric's anti-inflammatory, antioxidant healing powers. Zyn aims to harness those powers in this first-to-market beverage made from simple, clean ingredients and featuring more than 200 milligrams of curcumin plus piperine, a black-pepper extract known to increase absorption of curcumin. With only 2 grams of sugar, 3 grams of carbs and 10 calories per serving, these beverages are refreshing and clean-tasting when served chilled. They contain no high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial flavors, sweeteners, colors or preservatives, and come in four flavors: Lemon Ginger, Mixed Berry, Mango Lychee and Pomegranate Cranberry.
$2.99 - $3.49
https://drinkzyn.com
Zyn Curcumin Holistic Wellness Beverages
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More than 200 individual food and nonfood products crossed our desks this year. What did the winners do to stand out from the pack?
The products we liked best leveraged the key trends motivating consumer purchases, among them: clean label; free-from, low or no; protein; plant-based ingredients; and new and bold flavor profiles. They offered solutions to key consumer need-states.
And above all, they had to taste good!
Something
for Everyone
Introduction by Jim Dudlicek | Reviews by the PG Staff
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Beverages
Budweiser Reserve Copper Lager
Cape Line Sparkling Cocktails
GT’s Alive Adaptogenic Tea
O2 Caffeine Free Sports Recovery Drink
Odwalla Smoobucha
Smartwater Sparkling Flavors
Sprite Lymonade
W+ CBD Sparkling Water
Wisdom of the Ancients Organic Yerba Mate Hibiscus Tea
Zyn Curcumin Holistic Wellness Beverages
Bread | Baked goods
Bake’n Joy Foods Freedom Gluten Free Doughnut Minis
Canyon Bakehouse Gluten-Free English Muffins
Carrington Farms Organic Crounons
Magic Ring Donuts
Ozery Blueberry Morning Rounds
St Pierre Cinnamon Rolled Crepes
Sweet Loren’s Place & Bake Cookie Dough
Canned | Boxed Foods
Giusto Sapore Italian Risotto
GoGo SqueeZ BlastZ
Kodiak Cakes Chocolate Chip Power Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix
Kodiak Cakes Mint Chocolate Brownie Unleashed Cup
Mountain House Simple Sensations
Pamela’s Mac N’ Cheese
RightRice
Tuttorosso Italian Inspirations Tomatoes
Zoup! Good, Really Good USDA Certified Organic Veggie Broth
Condiments | Sauces
Seasonings | Spreads
Coombs Family Farms Maple Stream
Eva’s Kitchen Cantina Style Salsa
Fody Low FODMAP Sauces and Marinades
Fresh Cravings Organic Salsa
Giusto Sapore All Natural Infused Balsamic Vinegar
Litehouse Apple Cider Vinaigrettes and Pourable Vinaigrettes
Litehouse Organic Pourable dressings and Organic Spoonable dressings
Louisiana Hot Sauce Dips
Ni Armor’s Sweet BBQ Marinade and Dipping Sauce
Nutiva Squeezable Organic Coconut Oils
Olivio Chocolate Buttery Spread
SaltWorks Smoked Sea Salts
Saucy Company Salsa
The Spice Lab Nashville Hot Chicken Seasoning
Tessemae’s Pantry Line
Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla
Dairy
Babybel Mini Rolls
Elmhurst 1925 Hemp Creamers
Elmhurst 1925 Unsweetened Line and Barista Editions
Follow Your Heart Dairy-Free Yogurts
Happy Egg Free Range Blue & Brown Heritage Breed Eggs
Just Egg
Siggi’s Simple Sides
Truly Grass Fed Cheese
Yoplait Go-Gurt Dunkers
Frozen
Applegate Organics Great American Blend Burger
Beetnik Organic Grass Fed Beef and Chicken Meatballs
Halo Top Peanut Butter & Jelly Ice Cream
Jurassic World Chicken Nuggets
Kodiak Cakes Homestyle Power Waffles
and Maple & Brown Sugar Power Flapjacks
Mikey’s Pockets
Skippy PB&J Minis
Smart Flour Three Meat Pizza
Spinato’s Broccoli Crust Pizza
Wahlburgers Frozen Patties
Meat | Seafood | Protein
Applegate Naturals Charcuterie Plates and Snack Packs
Certified Angus Beef Burgers from Wahlburger At Home
Diestel Family Ranch Fresh Ground Turkey
Foodies Pumfu
Meat District Gourmet Patties
Serenity Kids Ethically Sourced Meats
Nonfoods | General Merchandise
Amazing Grass Green Superfood Detox Effervescent Tabs
Aunt Fannie’s Microcosmic Probiotic Power Liquid Hand Soap
and Multi-Surface Cleaner
Rust-Oleum Concrobium Duo Blast Mold & Mildew Deep Stain Remover
Unilever The Right to Shower Head to Toe Cleanser and Bar Soap
World Centric FSC Certified Kraft Paper Straws 100% Compostable
and 9” Disposable Plates
Pets
The Country Butcher Pure Premiums Pure Meat Slices
“I and Love and You” Baked & Saucy
“I and Love and You” Top That and Feed Meow Meal Enhancers
Produce
BrightFarms Happy Beet
Harvest Snaps Salad Toppers
The Little Potato Company Oven | Grill Ready Roasted Red Pepper & Onion and Microwave Ready Tomato Basil Kit
Mann’s Nourish Bowls Breakfast
Snacks: Chips | Crackers | Meat | Nuts
34 Degrees Sweet Crisps
Bare Strawberry Banana Chips
Beanfields Cheddar Sour Cream Bean Chips
Country Archer Original Mini Beef Sticks
RW Garcia Cheesy Crackers
RW Garcia Corn Chips
Harvest Snaps Southern Style Barbecue Black Bean Snack Crisps
Hormel Natural Choice Snacks: New Global Flavors
McClure’s Pickle Snack Packs
Mighty Organic Beef Jerky and Chicken Bars
Once Again Nut Butter Squeeze Packs
Ozery Organic Lavash Multigrain & Seeds Cracker
ParmCrisps Brick-Oven Pizza
Pear’s Gourmet Snack Nuts
Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower Cheddar Crackers
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower Sea Salt Stalks
Real Food From the Ground Up Cauliflower Sea Salt Tortilla Chips
Sahale Snacks Coconut Snack Mixes
Sanissimo Salmas Oven Baked Corn Crackers
Southern Recipe Cuban Mojo Cracklins
Upton’s Naturals Jerky Bites
Whisps Tomato Basil and Bacon BBQ Cheese Crisps
Snacks: Chocolate | Candy Cookies | Bars
Alter Eco Superdark Double Chocolate Coconut Clusters
Blissfully Better Organic Thin Mints
Bob’s Red Mill Better Bars
Brownie Brittle Chocolate Chip and Meyer Lemon Blondies
CandyRific Marvel Avengers Animation
Enjoy Life Breakfast Fruit & Oat Ovals
Enstrom Milk and Dark Chocolate Almond Toffee
Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar with Reese’s Pieces Candy
Loacker Quadratini Matcha Green Tea
Nerds Sour Big Chewy
Reese’s Thins
RXBAR Peanut Butter & Berries
Simply Protein Baked Bars and Crunchy Bites
SweeTARTS Mini Chewy Berries & Cherries
Trolli Sour Brite All Star Mix
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