Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Don’t Go Nuts has been one of my nut-allergic kids’ favorite nut-free brands for a few years now. I recently received samples of their Variety Packs of Mini Chewy Granola Bars, as they were an exhibitor at the Online Nourished Festival.

Each of the Don’t Go Nuts variety packs includes two different flavors:

• Chocolate Chip and White Chocolate Chip
• Apple Cinnamon and Strawberry

Each box comes with eight mini granola bars (four of each flavor).

First off, these Mini Chewy Granola Bars are so cute! They are the perfect size for a little snack, or to add to a lunchbox. All of the flavors are tasty; my kids really like the White Chocolate Chip flavor. It is also reassuring not having to worry about potential allergens, which tends to be a problem with most granola bars. Don’t Go Nuts built their own nut-free facility, so there is cross-contamination concerns. They also use organic and gluten-free ingredients. Even if you and your family does not have nut allergies, I am sure you would still enjoy these granola bars!

These Don’t Go Nuts Mini Chewy Granola Bars would also be a great allergen-friendly treat to hand out for Halloween, if that is something you are doing this year.

Where To Purchase Don’t Go Nuts

Don’t Go Nuts products can be purchased through their online store or at a store near you. In addition to granola bars, Don’t Go Nuts also has a line of nut-free spreads that look interesting.

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

As you may recall, I did a review of Pocket Latte not too long ago. These edible coffee squares are the perfect all-natural caffeinated pick-me-up. Each Pocket Latte contains the same amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee. Pocket Latte comes in four different flavors: Dark Roast, Cream + Sugar, Hazelnut and Lavender Vanilla.

The principal at the school where I work gave the staff a “You’ve Been Booed!” bag of treats, which was such a thoughtful gesture. This made me think about how Pocket Latte would make a great little gift for Halloween. Also, it’s also not too early to start thinking about Christmas stocking stuffers (hint, hint!).

Here is another Halloween-themed packaging idea–BOO!

Where to Purchase Pocket Latte

Pocket Latte can be purchased through their website or at a store near you.

Pocket Latte Giveaway

Enter the giveaway below for a chance to win a Pocket Latte box in the flavor(s) of the winner’s choice, stickers, a lanyard, and a Pocket Latte mask. Hurry, this giveaway ends in one week, on Halloween!

Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

I have really been enjoying experimenting with the gluten-free samples I received as an Online Nourished Festival blogger. Gluten-free brands seem to be on the rise and it is exciting that they are becoming more available in the mainstream marketplace.

Josie’s Best Gluten-Free Mixes come in four varieties:

• The Crepe
• The Muffin & More (all-purpose baking mix)
• The Pancake
• The Waffle

These mixes are non-GMO and manufactured in a dedicated facility that is free from: wheat, gluten (wheat, barley, rye), milk, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, crustacean shellfish, soy and soybeans, sesame and coconut.

I decided to try out the waffle and the crepe mixes first.

The Josie’s Best Waffle Mix’s main ingredient is brown rice flour. To make the waffles, all you do is add eggs, oil and milk to the waffle mix. When I had my family try the waffles, they could not tell they were gluten-free. The waffles turned out nice and crisp on the outside with a tender inside.

The Josie’s Best Crepe Mix’s main ingredient is sorghum flour. To make the crepes, you just add eggs, water, milk and vanilla–so simple! Crepes are one of those things that I do not make very often, so they feel like a treat. A savory crepe filled with ham, cheese and spinach would also be delicious using this mix.

Where To Purchase Josie’s Best Gluten-Free Mixes

Josie’s Best Gluten-Free Mixes are available at a store near you, or through their website.

Josie’s Best Giveaway

Enter the giveaway below for your chance to win a variety pack of Josie’s Best Gluten-Free Mixes: 1 Pancake, 1 Waffle, 1 Muffin & More and 1 Crepe Mix!

Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

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Ka-Pop Snacks sent me samples of their Ka-Pop Puffs as an Online Nourished Festival blogger, and they are one of my favorite new snack finds of 2020.

These delicious puffs are made from sorghum, which is an ancient grain. I did not know much about sorghum, but according to the Ka-Pop website, it is one of the few grains with an edible husk. This helps sorghum retain nutrients that are removed in other grains, such as essential vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber and antioxidants. Sorghum is also the 5th most harvested grain in the United States. Who knew?

We received samples of the Cheddar and Cinnamon Churro Ka-Pop Puffs. Ka-Pop also makes Popped Chips and all their snacks are allergen-friendly, gluten-free, paleo, non-GMO and vegan.

The Ka-Pop Cheddar Puffs remind me of some other not-so-healthy cheese puff snacks that my kids like to eat on occasion. These puffs are a more nutritious alternative. They are packed with cheesy flavor and have a light and crispy texture. My family all really enjoyed these puffs, and my kids will be packing them in their school lunches.

The Cinnamon Churro Ka-Pops are also very tasty. Look at how much these pops look like the picture on the package! I was surprised to see that they contain only 3 grams of sugar per serving. I will definitely be looking for these at my local Sprouts.

Where to Purchase Ka-Pop Snacks

Ka-Pop Snacks can be purchased at a store near you, their online store, or Amazon.

Ka-Pop Snacks Giveaway

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Since hearing about the health benefits of flaxseed, I have been trying to incorporate it more into my family’s diet. We add it to cereal, oatmeal and yogurt. I have also been adding flax to my favorite oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe. Therefore, I was super excited to receive an assortment of muffins and brownies from Flax4Life as a blogger for the Online Nourished Festival.

Flax4Life Muffins

I am a big fan of eating a muffin for breakfast, but oftentimes the ingredients mean you are basically eating a cupcake. This is not the case with Flax4Life muffins. These muffins contain loads of Omega-3’s, fiber and protein. They are nice and moist and have just the right amount of sweetness. The flavor options include:

• Apple Cinnamon
• Blueberry
• Carrot Raisin
• Chocolate Chip
• Cranberry Orange
• Hawaiian Pineapple

Flax4Life Brownies

If you are looking for something a little sweeter, Flax4Life also makes brownies. Each individual pack comes with two mini brownies, perfect for sharing. (They also come in packages of nine). These brownies also contain flaxseed, which means they offer Omega-3’s, fiber and protein. They are a treat you do not have to feel guilty about! Flax4Life brownies come in the following flavors:

• Cappuccino
• Chocolate
• Dark Cherry
• Mint Chocolate

Even though my family does not follow a gluten-free diet, I am all for increasing our intake of flaxseed. I also appreciate that their products are nut-free, since my kids are allergic to nuts. I have to say that Flax4Life is one of my favorite finds from the Online Nourished Festival!

Where to Purchase Flax4Life

Flax4Life products can be purchased at a store near you or through their online store. I was happy to see that they are available at my local Sprouts store in Southern California.

Flax4Life Giveaway

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

There is nothing more comforting than drinking a hot beverage on a cold day. Coconut Cloud, one of my recent discoveries from the Online Nourished Festival, has a line of vegan hot cocoa, lattes and creamers that are sure to provide comfort in a cup when the weather turns cooler.

Coconut Cloud sent us samples of their Vegan Instant Hot Cocoa Mix. It is available in a 7 oz. or 12 oz. bag, as well as convenient individual stick packs. Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa Mix is unique because it is dairy-free. The ingredient list includes dried coconut milk, rich cocoa powder, and a hint of sugar. When I first opened the package, I was immediately struck by the strong cocoa aroma.

All you have to do is add 2 Tablespoons of the Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa Mix to 8 oz. of hot water and stir. I was impressed with the rich chocolate-y flavor that was not overly sweet like other instant hot chocolate mixes I have tried. There is just a hint of coconut flavor at the end, but it is not over-powering. Coconut Cloud also makes instant hot cocoa in other flavors, including:

• Toasted Marshmallow
• Peppermint
• Salted Caramel

If you are more of a coffee drinker, Coconut Cloud also makes Dairy-Free Coffee Creamer. Like the hot cocoa, it is also made with dried coconut milk powder. I’m actually thinking I should add a spoonful of the hot cocoa mix to my next cup of coffee!

Where to Purchase Coconut Cloud Products

Coconut Cloud products can be purchased at a store near you, through their online store, or Amazon.

Coconut Cloud Vegan Hot Cocoa Giveaway

Enter the giveaway below for a chance to win a 12 oz. bag of Original Vegan Hot Cocoa & an 8 count bag of the Single Serve Hot Cocoa Packets.