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Summer is prime snacking time, with everyone on the go — whether that’s heading up to the lake cabin, spending time in the garden or enjoying a good book in the hammock. To help you outfit your seasonal stockpile, we’ve rounded up the top 10 snack brands to try, from notably nutritious picks to downright decadent sweets.
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Bobo’s
What began as a mother-daughter tradition has blossomed into a beloved bakery churning out homemade goodies consisting of ingredients you can find in your own pantry. The company’s delectable offerings — from oat bars to protein bars to toaster pastries — are all certified gluten-free and verified non-GMO.
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Hope Foods
A warm-weather fete isn’t complete without a spread of spreads (get it?). Hope Foods has long been known for its fan-favorite hummus, plus the brand recently unveiled crave-worthy cashew and almond dips. Consider us hooked.
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Crumbs Bakeshop
After a decade-long hiatus, everyone’s favorite bakery is back in action. And now, this New York City hot spot delivers its fresh cupcakes and cookies nationwide — meaning all of us can enjoy the sweet life.
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Spirit Almond
We all know that nuts are among the healthiest of snacks, but sometimes they can seem, well, a bit boring. Enter Spirit Almond, the brainchild of a husband-and-wife team, that tantalizes taste buds with Japanese flavors like curry, mustard and black garlic.
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Sweet Chaos
This picnic-perfect popcorn is made right here in Minnesota and lives up to its name with such varieties as kettle corn, cake batter and peanut butter cup. Savory snackers are sure to be satisfied, too, thanks to flavors like movie theater butter and jalapeño blue cheese.
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Chicas Chips
Every dip deserves a chip, and Chicas are among the best. This company got its start when founder Irlanda Montes began making her mother’s recipes in small batches with the help of her sisters; today, the brand remains family-owned and -operated.
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EatToHeal
This brand’s raw, real-food bars reflect their namesake, boasting nutrient-dense, certified organic ingredients. All of the offerings are plant-based and free of dairy, gluten, soy and added sugars — making them perfect for conscious consumption.
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Queso Mama
Anyone who knows me knows that I can’t resist queso (true story!), but this go-to dip is often made with questionable ingredients. Queso Mama to the rescue with clean, high-quality ingredients like American cheese, green chilies and roasted jalapeños. Snack on, my friends.
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Goodie Girl
True to the name, this company’s sweet treats make for guilt-free indulgence thanks to their wholesome ingredients and simple recipes. Founder Shira Berk set out to create gluten-free takes on childhood favorites like mint, fudge striped and chocolate cream sandwich cookies. Mission accomplished!
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Fringe Food Co.
We first told you about the mushroom boom last year, and the trend has continued well into 2023. I’ll be the first to admit that adaptogen-laced foods can sometimes taste sort of funky, but Fringe hits all the right marks when it comes to taste, texture and nutrition.
