Interesting snack options to consider for back-to-school

Dips and Spreads

Almost everything is better with dip or some sort of smear. There are hummus options, as well as yummy cheese spreads, and jams, but nut butters are a staple of the dipping world.Peanut butter & Co. has new 1.5 oz dipping cups in two of popular flavors-Smooth Operator and Dark Chocolate Dreams.   Other healthful nut dip spreads from Organic Jem Nut Butters including Cinnamon Red Maca Almond Spread, Hazelnut Raw Cacao, Cashew Cardamom and Superberry Maqui Camu are good options.

Lilly’s Hummus

The world may not be ready for so many varieties of hummus! Each variety of Lilly’s Hummus starts with organic garbazo beans and the best olive oil and tahini, but then the recipes veer in many directions including but not limited to: Kalamata Olive, Black Bean, Cracked Pepper, Chocolate and for those who love spicy things, Sriracha. These products are tasty, healthy and versatile.  Who doesn’t like to dip?

Justin's

Quality peanut butter is a gift from the good goods, but Justin's packaged its peanut butter with banana chips for a special dipping experience.

Maya’s Jams

Jam and bread is a great, and often under-rated snack. But sometimes you want to know that you are getting only the best ingredients, coming from a small, family run business with flavors that you will think about all day.  Maya’s Jams are delicious, versatile and made with only locally sourced wholesome ingredients. The Apricot Vanilla, Concord Grape Raspberry, and Pear Lemon are particularly inspired.

Wholly Guacamole

The Wholly Guacamole 100 calorie minis are not only convenient, but they are a perfect parter to pair with chips or add to a turkey sandwich.