Back-to-school snacking doesn’t have to be limited to the usual chips and cookies. It’s an opportunity to support businesses celebrating diversity, quality, and flavor. Join us on a journey through a diverse array of Black-owned snack brands transforming the snack game. From crunchy granola bites to authentic ready-to-eat meals for those hungrier after-school evenings, these companies are setting a new standard for what’s on our kids’ snack list and, indeed, what should be on yours.
Paradise Spreads
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Kids love dipping, and they have a sweet tooth to satisfy. Paradise Spreads offers a solution with healthier plant-based spreads designed for you and your children to dip into. These spreads come in sweet strawberry, chocolate, and caramel sea salt flavors, each with grain-free pretzels in individual packs. You can also get the spreads in larger containers for special occasions or larger treat moments. Whether you pack them in lunchboxes or save them for post-school munching, Paradise Spreads offers your family a convenient and wholesome snacking solution.
Mawa’s GrainFreeNola
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Mawa’s GrainFreeNola offers delicious gluten-free, protein-rich, and Vegan GrainFreeNola filled with the highest quality organic nuts and seeds sweetened with Medjool dates. It’s a nutritious and wholesome option for those looking to indulge in a healthy snack. What truly sets Mawa’s GrainFreeNola apart is its thoughtful sweetening process. Instead of using artificial sugars or overly processed alternatives, this remarkable snack is delicately sweetened with the natural richness of Medjool dates. These luscious dates infuse each bite with a satisfying sweetness that doesn’t compromise your health-conscious values.
It’s NOLA
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Its NOLA snacks are a delightful fusion of chewy granola bites and various fruits. Founder Margaret Barrow aimed to create a product that rekindled her love for granola bars while adhering to her dietary needs and restrictions. These vegan snacks offer a satisfying way to satisfy your cravings while making a healthier choice than cookies and cakes.
Pipcorn Heirloom Snacks
Pipcorn takes snacking to a whole new level with its range of heirloom-based snacks. Whether you’re in the mood for Heirloom Popcorn, Heirloom Cheese Balls, Heirloom Corn Dippers, or Heirloom Crunchies, you’ll enjoy whole-grain, gluten-free, and Non-GMO Project Verified goodness. With Pipcorn, you can savor ancient grains in a modern, healthy snack.
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Partake Foods
Partake Foods offers an impressive range of gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly snacks catering to various dietary needs. Their cookies, baking mixes, and pancake & waffle mixes are all certified gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, and free of the top 9 allergens. What truly sets Partake Foods apart is its commitment to inclusivity and health. Instead of using common allergens like nuts, eggs, and dairy, these snacks are made with carefully selected, safe ingredients that don’t compromise taste or texture. Each bite is proof of their dedication to providing safe, enjoyable, and nutritious options for all snack lovers.
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A Dozen Cousins
When kids come home hungry after school, A Dozen Cousins has you covered with their ready-to-eat, flavorful beans, bone broth rice, and seasoning sauces. Inspired by Creole, Caribbean, and Latin American recipes and founded by Ibraheem Basir, this Black-owned brand offers nutrient-dense, vegan, and gluten-free meals that are slow-simmered with real vegetables and spices. A Dozen Cousins provides a convenient and tasty solution to satisfy those post-school cravings while giving your little ones the nutrition they need. Just heat and serve for a quick meal that you and your kids will love!
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