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If you watch the Food Network at all, you have probably seen Chef Robert Irvine on one of many shows, including Chopped and Worst Cooks in America. Well, did you know that he has also created a snack called FITCRUNCH Cheddar Cheese High Protein Puffs?
These high protein puffs are loaded with 20 grams of protein, which is 40% of the recommended daily value. They also contain only 2 g of Total Carbohydrates. The ingredients include milk protein isolate, sunflower oil, whey solids and cheddar cheese.
These FITCRUNCH puffs look similar to other cheese puffs that you may find at the store. However, they are made with actual milk and cheese, and no artificial colors. Both my kids and I loved them at first bite! They are cheesy, light and crispy, and are great to snack on straight from the bag. Other suggested uses are to add them in salads, soups, tacos, wraps, etc.
Save $5 when you purchase FITCRUNCH Cheddar Cheese High Protein Puffs on Amazon with the promo code 50FF4FITMOM. Offer ends Novemer 14, 2019.
Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
One of my favorite booths at Expo West was the one for The Daily Crave. I had never heard of this company before, but the newspaper-like packaging caught my eye. Once I tried these plant-based snacks, I understood why the company is called “The Daily Crave”!
The Daily Crave has an impressive line-up of products. I was so excited to receive a variety pack that included:
Himalayan Pink Salt Lentil Chips
Aged White Cheddar Lentil Chips
Organic Veggie Straws
Spicy Sriracha Veggie Straws
Spicy Thai Chili Quinoa Chips
Himalayan Pink Salt Quinoa Chips
Barbecue Veggie Chips
Veggie Chips
I really like how these light and crunchy snacks contain plant protein and fiber. I am glad to find snacks with natural ingredients that my whole family actually enjoys eating!
n’s 5th grade teacher allows them to eat snacks in class, but only if they are “better-for-you” and not junk food. She specifically allows the kids to eat veggie straws, since that is her favorite snack! I think we will have to gift her a bag of The Daily Crave Veggie Straws so she can try them out!
Go here to see if The Daily Crave snacks are carried at a store near you. They are also available on Amazon.
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Thank you to The Daily Crave for offering my readers a chance to win a case of The Daily Crave snacks!
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Once Again Organic Amoré Almond Spread With Milk Chocolate is a smart product to have on hand for when you need a chocolate fix. The ingredient list is simple: organic cane sugar, organic roasted peeled almond paste, organic skim milk powder, organic low fat cocoa powder, organic sunflower oil. I also like that this spread is organic, fair trade, and gluten-free. The Once Again Amore Spreads, which also comes in hazelnut, can be used in many ways. For example, they make a tasty dip for fruit, or can be used as a topping for ice cream, waffles, or crepes.
Here is a recipe I adapted to make “energy bites” using the Once Again Amore Almond Spread With Milk Chocolate:
Once Again Almond Amore Energy Bites
3/4 c. rolled oats
1/4 c. unsweetened coconut flakes
2 T. ground flax seed
1/2 c. Once Again Amore Almond Spread With Milk Chocolate
(Makes about 9 Bites)
Stir the dry ingredients (rolled oats, coconut flakes, flax seed) together in a bowl.
Stir in the Once Again Amore Almond Spread With Milk Chocolate.
Form into golf ball sized balls and store in the refrigerator.
Once Again makes several other delicious organic products, including peanut butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, almond butter and tahini. Click here to find Once Again products at a store near you.
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Santa Cruz Organic but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
It is hard to believe, but it is officially back to school time in our household. For us, going back to school means packing lunches everyday. It was just last school year that I started having my kids pack their own lunches for school. I am trying to gradually give them more responsibilities so that they are able to become more independent. (Plus, it allows me to have more time to get ready for work: win-win!) Even though I give my kids a certain amount of freedom to choose what they put in their lunches, it is important for me to stock up on foods I actually want them to eat.
Santa Cruz Organic is a line of products that I can feel good about being part of my kids’ lunchboxes. Santa Cruz Organic products use only the highest quality Certified Organic and Non-GMO ingredients. Santa Cruz Organic has been committed to producing organic products since 1972 and I appreciate that they are also committed to sustainability. Today I am sharing about how Santa Cruz Organic applesauce and fruit spreads are the perfect choice for back to school lunches.
Santa Cruz Organic Applesauce
The individual Santa Cruz Organic applesauce cups are such a convenient product to make sure my kids have a serving of fruit in their lunchbox–no prep necessary! I like to stock up and keep them in a separate container in the refrigerator for easy access. (No refrigeration is necessary, but my kids like to eat their applesauce cold!) Each 4-ounce cup of Santa Cruz Organic applesauce provides 100% RDI (Reference Daily Intake) of Vitamin C and my kids think it tastes really good!
Santa Cruz Organic Fruit Spread
The first ingredient in Santa Cruz Organic fruit spreads is organic fruit. My kids are huge mango fans, so they were excited that Santa Cruz Organic makes a mango fruit spread. When my son tasted it, he said it was very “mango-y”! Santa Cruz Organic also makes other kid-friendly flavors such as strawberry and seedless red raspberry.
Here is a super simple recipe for Mango Cream Cheese that can be used as either a spread or a dip:
Combine the Santa Cruz Mango Fruit Spread and the whipped cream cheese until fully incorporated. Be sure to use whipped cream cheese, which makes it really easy to mix with a spoon by hand. Serves 2.
This mango cream cheese can be served many ways. Some ideas are to use it as spread on a mini bagel, a tortilla roll-up, or crackers. It can also be used as a dip for apple slices or mini waffles. The combinations are endless, and it works for breakfast, lunch, or an after-school snack.
Prevent School Lunch Boredom With Santa Cruz Organic
If your kids are like mine, they become bored if they have to pack the same ol’ sandwich everyday. Santa Cruz Organic products make it easy to come up with simple lunch ideas that are sure to brighten your kids’ day.
This cute lunch features mini waffles to dip in the mango cream cheese (which can be made ahead of time with the above-featured recipe). Served with a hard-boiled egg, some sliced cucumbers and an individual Santa Cruz Organic applesauce cup, this is a lunch that is sure to please. Some other ideas would be to swap out the mini waffles for crackers, mini pancakes or a mini bagel, carrots or bell peppers for the cucumbers and a cheese stick instead of the egg. Choose foods that your kids actually enjoy eating so it does not go to waste!
As you start stocking up for back to school lunches, be sure to look for Santa Cruz Organic products at a store near you.
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Do you have olive fans in your house? Lindsay Snack and Go! Olives make it easy to add olives to a lunchbox or take them along as a snack for your next outing. The individual packaging contains BPA-free lining, and eliminates the liquid and mess that is usually associated with olives. No refrigeration is necessary until after the package is opened.
Lindsay Olives are a good choice for snacking. They fit into a keto, Whole30, paleo, vegan, and gluten-free diet, do not contain artificial flavors. and are non-GMO.
n had fun using the Lindsay sliced black olives and red bell pepper to make English muffin pizza faces.
Aren’t these mini pizzas fun in a cute/creepy sort of way? Kids could get more creative by adding hair and ears, etc.
Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
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We are back from a ten day vacation to Walt Disney World and a cruise to the Bahamas and still recovering! Whenever we travel, we are always prepared with plenty of snacks. Today I want to share about one of the snacks we brought with us: Fusions.
Fusions are unique trail mixes with elevated flavor profiles. For our plane ride, D and I brought the Hill Country BBQ Blend, which consists of maple bacon glazed pecans with bbq CrrrunchBites almonds. These snacks combine just the right amount of salty and sweet and are a good way to tide you over in between meals.
This is not your ordinary trail mix! The other interesting flavors include:
Bangkok Backpack Blend: candied ginger cashews, diced pineapple, spicy chili lime CrrrunchBites™ almonds and toasted coconut chips
Cabo Catamaran Crunch: kettle roasted chipotle almonds, sweet and salty cashews and mango-infused cranberries
Denali Mountain Mix: sweet and spicy glazed pecans, Fuji and Gala apple chips, tart Montmorency cherries and orange-infused cranberries
Fusions are Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified GF, OU Kosher and vegetarian. They come in handy resealable 3.25 oz bags, perfect for sharing! Fusions can be purchased on Amazon.
Enter the giveaway below for a chance to win three bags of Fusions trail mix (3 winners)!
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As you may recall, a couple of months ago I reviewed a snack called Mozaics. Today I am reviewing another product in the Deliciousness line called CrrrunchBites.
CrrrunchBites are whole roasted almonds wrapped in either a potato chip or rice cracker shell. They come in six delicious flavors:
BBQ Almonds
Chili Lime Almonds
Honey Mustard Almonds
Nacho Almonds
Ranch Almonds
Sea Salt Almonds
These CrrrunchBites are addictive! I am a big almond fan, and the crispy outer shell adds another layer of flavor that is really unique.
It would be a good idea to keep a bag of CrrrunchBites on hand for your next get together for guests to munch on. Don’t they look festive in this cupcake liner?
CrrrunchBites are also good for keeping at work because they are a low-sugar snack with protein and fiber that will help you get through the day. I know that D’s co-workers will all be asking for some when they see them at his desk. The resealable bag helps to keep them fresh.
Use discount code CRRRUNCH20 at checkout for 20% off any CrrrunchBites 6 pack on Amazon.
I am holding a giveaway where three of my readers will each win three bags of CrrrunchBites!
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Mrs. Renfro’s is a family business based in Texas that has been around for 78 years. They make a wide variety of salsas, dips, sauces, peppers and more. I came across their products at Expo West and knew that I would like to feature them on the blog. When I found out that I could choose two of their products for this review, I had a difficult time deciding because there were so many to choose from!
After some internal debate I decided on the Mango Habanero Salsa and the Nacho Cheese Dip.
I am happy to report that both of these products turned out to be excellent choices. I bought a large bag of tortilla chips from Costco to go with the salsa and cheese dip and my family was set for their snacking for the week! The Mango Habanero Salsa delivered sweet heat and I liked the chunky texture. The Nacho Cheese Dip was really easy to warm up and had a good cheesy flavor with bits of tomato and peppers. Any of Mrs. Renfro’s products would be a welcome addition to your next party or get together.
Mrs. Renfro’s products can be purchased on their website or on Amazon:
One of my readers will also have the opportunity to win two Mrs. Renfro’s products of their choice. (It might be a difficult decision!)
Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
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I first discovered Bakerly products at last year’s Expo West. Bakerly makes brioche, crepes and croissants that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, brunch, or snacking. They contain no preservatives, artificial flavoring or coloring and are non-gmo. My family tried the brioche and the crepes, and we are huge fans!
The chocolate chip brioche rolls make the perfect breakfast treat. They are just the right amount of sweet. They pair well with coffee!
The brioche rolls are pillowy soft and elevate any sandwich. My kids enjoyed using them to make their sandwiches for school.
We also tried the Strawberry and Caramel Crepes. They are individually wrapped, which makes them convenient for an on-the-go snack. We especially loved how the Caramel Crepes have crunchy bits of cereal inside!
I am excited to announce that Bakerly has generously offered to give one of my readers a chance to win a package each of their Brioche, Chocolate Chip Brioche, Strawberry Crepes and Caramel Crepes! Be sure to enter all of the other great giveaways in the April Showers Giveaway Hop below!
Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for this review. All opinions are my own.
This quarter’s New Hope Blogger Box introduced me to a lot of new products, many of which I had never heard of before. Here is a list of the items I received, along with my thoughts on some of the products I have been able to try so far:
Bou Brands Miso Broth Cubes: These broth cubes are so convenient to have on hand. I like that they do not contain any MSG.
FreshCap Mushrooms Ltd. THRIVE 6 Blend: This mushroom extract blend is supposed to help build immunity and sharpen mental capacity.
Health Thru Nutrition CelluRex
Hudson River Foods Cherry Brook Kitchen Tempt Hemp Brownie Mix
Lacorium Heatlh Natralia Heel Balm For Rough, Dry Feet: My heels were in desperate need of this balm. I am happy to report that this product works. It moisturized my feet and made them noticeably softer.
LaCroix Beverages Key Lime Sparkling Water: LaCroix sparkling water has become a staple in our house. I do not think we have tried a flavor we do not like, and the Key Lime flavor is no exception!
Life’s Grape Vine-Dried Grapes: My husband and kids liked these (I am personally not a raisin fan).
Manuka Health Manuka Honey: This honey is supposed to have a lot of health benefits, and can be consumed or used for skin treatments.
Miracle Tree Moringa Infusion Cherry Chamomile Tea: This is tea with added health benefits.
Natural Factors Fermented Organic Protein & Greens: This product contains a wide variety of vegetables and can be mixed into a protein drink.
Nutrawise Health and Beauty Youtheory Collagen Powder Vanilla: This collagen powder can be mixed with water, coffee or fruit juice and is supposed to counteract the effects of aging.
NutriBiotic Essential Electrolytes
Outstanding Foods: PigOut Pigless Bacon Chips: These “chips” are actually made out of mushrooms, which seems to be a big trend.
Seipel Group UROX Bladder Control: I don’t need this yet, but was able to give it away to someone who does.
Smart Baking Company Gluten Free Smart Cakes (Cinnamon): I was able to try these cakes at Expo West last month. I would recommend them if you are eating gluten-free but you miss baked goods. These cakes actually remind me more of muffins.
Tom’s of Maine Activated Charcoal Toothpaste: I have to admit, using the charcoal black toothpaste was a little disconcerting at first. However, the flavor is fine and my teeth do feel noticeably cleaner due to the texture of the toothpaste.
UbU Health Focus Sparkling Beverage (Yuzu & Lotus Flower): This is a refreshing drink with just a hint of citrus and sweetness.
