Enjoy Peanut Butter in a Convenient, Crunchy Puff When You Pick Up a Bag of Puffworks Today - Available in Three Flavors! (Review)

Disclosure:  I was sent samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review. All views shared are mine and mine alone.

So, by now, your kids should be back in school.  How are things going?  Are they still struggling to get on a sleep schedule to wake up well rested?  And, how about their lunches?  Have you already hit a wall with ideas on what to pack for them, that they will actually eat, and not toss or trade with someone else for a less healthy lunch?  Even though I homeschool my girls, I still have to pack a lunch bag for them a few times a week for outside classes that they have, where they eat lunch or, or even eat in the car on the way to class.  And, with one picky eater, I find myself struggling with variety of meals and snacks that will be appealing to them, and not having them waste.  Right now we are doing a lot of veggies, cheese and crackers, fruit cups, cold cuts, cold pastas and the ever popular peanut butter sandwiches or bagels with cream cheese.  If you have other ideas or lunches that have worked with your kids, share away in the comments section below as I am always up for trying new things, and know other readers are in the same boat as me when it comes to packing a healthy and fun school lunch for your child.

While the actual meal is sometimes a struggle for me, the snacks are never an issue. Go figure!.  We have a few snack bins that I keep well stocked with granola bars, fruit snacks, popcorn, and other healthy snack options. The girls get to choose a few snacks to pack with the lunches I make -- that way they are choosing something they will want to eat, and can switch up based on their mood.  One recent addition to their snack options is Puffworks, an organic peanut butter puff, that comes in three varieties -- original, dark chocolate and honey.  

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About Puffworks:

"Enjoy peanut butter in a convenient, crunchy puff.

All Puffworks products are made using simple organic ingredients. In fact, our Original Peanut Butter Puffs contains only peanut butter, corn and salt. They also come in Dark Chocolate and Honey flavors.

Our snacks are delicious, batch-made USDA-Certified Organic; Kosher, Gluten-Free and Non-GMO Project Certified.

Because of the protein found in peanuts, our puffs provide 4-5 grams of plant-based protein and help you feel full longer - and did we mention, they're delicious?!"

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We were recently sent samples of the three Puffworks flavors to try out, and at first the girls were reluctant to try something new.  But, when they saw it was made with peanut butter (a weakness of theirs), and then smelled how good the puffs were, they couldn't wait to reach in and grab one to try.  One night after dinner, we sat around the dinner table and sampled the three flavors.  My husband and I gravitated towards the dark chocolate flavor, while the girls were tied with the honey and original flavors. They loved them both, and couldn't stop reaching in and grabbing a handful of puffs to put in their snack bowls.  And, when they were done, they were licking their fingers in hopes of enjoying residual peanut butter goodness. :-)

My girls were so happy they tried Puffworks, and now have a new snack they continually reach for, to have me add to their lunch bags.  They like having me put together in an snack bag, the original and honey flavors , so that they can enjoy them both, without having to decide on just one to snack on. :-)  And, when the girls aren't eating lunch on the go or at an outside class, they are asking me when snack time rolls around, or they need a mid-day pick me up, for a bowl of Puffworks puffs to snack on.  

These puffs really have become a hit in our house, and I can't say as I know just how delicious they are -- and, shh, I sneak a few puffs when putting their lunches together or filling their snack bowls.  I can't resist, as they really are that good!

If you are looking for a delicious and healthy (4 grams of protein per serving) snack to add to your child's lunch bag, or have in the pantry for after school snacking, and your family loves peanut butter, then you will definitely want to check out Puffworks.  

You can purchase Puffworks online at Amazon, which is great, and oh so convenient, as I know most of you rely on Amazon like I do when it comes to ordering snacks for the family and sitting back and waiting for them to arrive at the door. Or, if you prefer to pick up in store, you can find Puffworks at the following retailers:

To learn more about Puffworks, head on over to their official website today: https://puffworks.com/.

I can't wait to hear what you think of Puffworks once you get a chance to try them out for yourself.  So, be sure to head back here and leave a comment letting me know your favorite of the three flavors -- that is, if you can choose just one! :-)


Disclosure:  I was sent samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review. All views shared are mine and mine alone.

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Check Out ShopRite’s Wholesome Pantry Products and Snack Smarter in 2018 (Review) #WholesomePantry

Disclosure:  I was sent samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

Can you believe that we are almost into February?  Boy, this year is flying by already. Maybe it is because of all the snowstorms, illness or craziness in our lives...but, for my family, it feels like we have been going non-stop.  With the craziness of life, it can be hard to keep new year's resolutions.  How are your going?  Are you keeping up with the gym or your 2018 exercise regime?  Are you working hard to eat healthier meals and snacks?  I have shared how I am trying to make more "me time" to lessen the stress of life, as well as make a point to do date night outside the house, at least every other month, so that my husband and I can reconnect without the girls around.  While I am not looking to loose weight -- even though I would be happy if I did :-) -- I am trying to stock the pantry with healthy and wholesome snacks for the whole family, as well as serve up meals that are not only something my girls will eat, but that are also healthy and with fresh ingredients.  While I haven't been able to keep "me time" and date nights out with my husband since we kicked off 2018 due to the flu, pneumonia and other illnesses that have hit our house and gone through everyone once or twice, I have been able to keep the house stocked with healthy snacks that everyone has been loving, and asking for more of. 

Thanks to a recent opportunity to sample and review Wholesome Pantry snacks available from ShopRite markets, both of my two picky eater daughters are in love with almond butter and trail mix, which contains sunflower seeds, organic raisins and dried fruits and nuts.  Do you have a ShopRite market near you?  We have some in CT and I shop there when I am in the area, as I love the sales and deals, but also their Wholesome Pantry store brand of products.

"Snacking is part of our daily lives, and ShopRite’s Wholesome Pantry line elevates the snacking experience by returning to simple, authentic ingredients at an affordable price point. Since launching in December 2016, ShopRite has introduced hundreds of Wholesome Pantry products, extending to nearly every aisle, including frozen, produce, dairy, and meat, along with more than 35 wholesome snack varieties."

Like I said, I was sent a sampling of new Wholesome Pantry to try out with my family, and each and every product sent was a huge hit with everyone. And, since receiving I had shopped ShopRite to pick up more of these healthy and wholesome snacks for on-the-go snacking for my girls, and my husband has been working hard to keep one of his resolutions of reaching for healthy snacks while at work.  

Here are the products I was recently sent:

Wholesome Pantry Organic Crushed Pepper and Truffle Oil Popcorn --- Finished with a hint of elegant truffle oil and a dash of spicy pepper for a purely rich treat

I am a huge popcorn fan.  While it was hard to give up butter popcorn a couple years back, after sampling the Wholesome Pantry Organic Crushed Pepper and Truffle Oil Popcorn, I found myself wondering why I ever ate butter popcorn, as this one was so delicious.  The crushed pepper is not to strong, and gives just the right am out of spice to a handful of popcorn.  And, the truffle oil makes me feel like I am eating a decadent popcorn, with this luxurious oil.  Yum! is all that I can say, as I sit here now wishing I had more of this popcorn to snack on -- my husband and I finished off the bag I opened during our in-home date night this past Friday.  I was surprised that my husband loved this popcorn so much, as he is not usually a popcorn fan.  But, like me, he liked the hint of pepper, paired with the truffle oil.

Wholesome Pantry Organic Pecan Halves --- Packed with nutrients, these nuts enrich favorite recipes or can be enjoyed along as a snack

My husband was quick to grab this bag of these pecans to bring to work with him, as he said they would be great with the oatmeal he makes in the morning there for breakfast.  He cooks up instant oats, drizzles it with honey or maple syrup and crumbles up pecans to add to it, before he stirs up and enjoy.  He couldn't believe how big the pecan halves were and how fresh they tasted.  I have since stocked up on a few packages of these pecans, to have on hand for baking, and so that he can have for his breakfast and for mid-day snacking.

Wholesome Pantry Organic Energy Mix --- A satisfying mix of sunflower seed, organic raisins, dried cranberries, nuts and dried apples

My husband and I were both impressed with this energy mix, partly because of the all the fresh ingredients added to it, but also that is contained sunflower seeds, which you don't usually find with a trail or energy mix.  With every handful of this mix, you find yourself getting a sampling of dried fruit, nuts and seeds.  Both my husband and I found ourselves getting full after having a couple of handfuls...so this is a great snack to reach for if you are looking to fill up between meals, or need a pick me up or are craving a sweet treat that is healthy for you.  This is yet another Wholesome Pantry product I have stocked up on and make a point to have on hand in the pantry for my husband to grab a bag to bring to work, or for me to grab when I find myself on the go with my girls and need a healthy snack to enjoy between meals.

Wholesome Pantry Freeze Dried Fuji Apple Fruit Crisps --- Flavorful and portable, these low-calorie treats are great on the go

My oldest daughter, Savannah, loves dried fruit especially apples, so I knew she would be a great person to have sample and compare to other dried apple pouches we have bought in the past.  Savannah tried these dried apples, and it was hard for her to share, as she said they were so good, and she kept reaching into the bag for another apple piece.  She loved how the apple pieces were big and full of flavor.  

She loved letting them melt on her tongue so she could have the apple flavor linger.  I made a special trip to ShopRite a couple weeks ago just to pick this dried fruit snack up as we ran out and Savannah kept asking for them at snack-time.  And, being a picky eater, it is hard to get her to eat foods, and when I find food and snacks she likes, I like to have on hand so it isn't a battle to make her eat.

Wholesome Pantry Almond Butter ---  A delectable nut butter with the perfect balance of flavor, smoothness and creaminess

Like I said in the beginning of my post, the almond butter was the first product we all tried, and that both of my girls loved and kept reaching for a spoon to grab a scoop, or they would ask for toast for breakfast or lunch, just so that they could smooth on the oh so tasty almond butter on their toast.  They also enjoy dipping apple slices into the almond butter, too.  

This nut butter is full of flavor and so creamy and smooth.  I have tried an assortment of almond butters over the years, and have to say that this one is by far my favorite one.  It is the perfect balance of flavor, creaminess and smoothness, in a product that you can enjoy right out of the jar, spread on toast or crackers or used to dip fruit into.

I could go on and on about how much fun my family had sampling the new Wholesome Pantry products mentioned above, available at your local ShopRite market, but, instead of getting your hungry or wishing you had these tasty snacks on hand to enjoy, why not add these products to your shopping list and pick up the next time you shop at ShopRite?  Once you try these and other Wholesome Pantry products you will see why people, including my family, drive out of our way to pick up these great tasting snacks and products, and stock our pantries with.  The prices of these products are great for families on a budget, but don't skimp on flavor.  Each and every product tastes amazing and you are left happy and satisfied.

To learn more about these and other Wholesome Pantry products available from ShopRite, which are all free from preservatives, additives or colors, head on over to www.shoprite.com/wholesomepantry today. I can't wait to see which Wholesome Pantry products become hits with your family.
Have fun sampling these great healthy products with your family -- we sure did!

Disclosure:  I was sent samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

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The Gluten Free Bar Bites are the Perfect Grab-And-Go Snack Everyone Will Love + Also Great for Halloween and to Add to Stockings at Christmas -- Review and #Giveaway

Disclosure: I was provided with samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

FREE of Gluten, GMO, soy, dairy and animal ingredients.

Both of my girls are picky eaters, but when it comes to snack foods, they are will to try new things, as they are all about snacks.  I don't know about you, but when my kids are tired, bored or grouchy, the first they they do is head for the fridge or pantry to look for a snack.  Because of this, I make a point to have as many healthy snacks on hand for them to reach for.  Shh, don't tell them about my chocolate stash behind the oatmeal container. :-)  Moms need a chocolatey treat for a quick energy and mood boost every so often.

Even though my family doesn't have any major food allergies, I have been limiting the amount of gluten in the foods I bring into the house because my youngest, Bella, has eczema, and I have found when she eats a lot of foods with gluten in them, she has a flare, or it makes a current flare even worse.

I first stumbled upon The Gluten Free Bar (GFB) brand and their gluten free snacks when I was looking for new gluten-free snacks to introduce to the girls, or try and replace snacks they like, with with a healthy version. Like their mom, my girls are huge nut, chocolate  and fruit lovers.  They especially snacks that come in cluster sizes that they can grab and pop in their mouth.  And, they like seeing all the ingredients in each cluster bite and pointing them out, as they nibble away at them, telling me all the different flavors they are tasting with each bite.

I was excited when I received an email about a month ago asking me to try the new the GFBBites.  I had seen them on the shelf at my local Target, but hadn't picked them up yet.  

About the new GFB Bites offering:

"Each bite-sized treat is non-GMO Project® Certified, Certified Vegan, soy-free, dairy-free and Certified Gluten-Free. What really sets GFBBites apart in a crowded functional food category is taste; the Bites balance just the right amount of soft and chewy texture with crunch and flavors that make them a completely unique snacking experience. Without compromising on ingredients or honest nutrition, the protein-packed Bites were developed with meaningful flavors, such as tart cherry, dark chocolate, toasted coconut, sun-sweetened fruit, and various nuts that provide flavor depth and protein function." 

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Days after responding to the email, I received two GFBBites packages in the mail to try with my family.  Bella was quick to grab the PB+J flavor as she is a huge PB+J fan.  

Savannah was happy that she left the dark chocolate coconut one for her try, as she had saw this at Target and told me to pick up the next time I went there.  

Like her Daddy, she loves anything coconut, and was excited to see the coconut shavings wrapped around the little cluster balls.

Just look at all that delicious coconut Savannah said. :-)

I told the girls to wait until I had the camera ready for photos, but they couldn't wait.  They tore open the resealable bags and reached in for a handful of GFB clusters to try.  One by one they popped a cluster in their mouth and chewed away.  I knew the girls loved them as they had smiles on their faces and kept letting out "Mmms" in between chews.  I was surprsied that the girls offered each other their flavor to try, as they are usually not fans of sharing their snacks.  

After sampling both the GFBBites flavors, the girls agreed that these gluten-free cluster snacks were delicious. They even gave me one of each flavor to try, and I had to agree.  I am so happy to now have more gluten-free snacks to offer my girls, and especially love how these are convenient on-the-go snacks that I can pack in their lunch bags, carry in the car, or just have on hand in the pantry for quick snacking.  Even my husband has asked for his own bag of the GFBBites so that he can keep in his desk drawer at work for when he gets hungry. Instead of hitting up the vending machine which is stocked with unhealthy snacks, he will be able to refuel and recharge with healthy and oh so delicious snacks, that are packed with flavor and nutrients. Yum!

So, if you are looking to add more healthy snack options to your pantry for your family to reach out, or have a family member with a gluten allergy and are always on the lookout for new gluten-free products, then you will want to check out the GFBBites.  Available in six different flavors, including Dark Chocolate Coconut, Coconut Cashew Crunch, Chocolate Cherry Almond, PB+J, Dark Chocolate Hazelnut, and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter, the Bites are available on shelves at club, grocery, mass merchandise, natural foods and supermarket stores nationwide with a suggested retail price of $4.99 to 5.99 per bag.

The GFBBites bags are the perfect size to add to your child's stocking at Christmas, or to give out at Halloween for kids in the neighborhood you know have a gluten allergy.  Or, just have handy while you are handing out candy so you can reach for a healthy snack instead of into the candy bowl. :-)

Stay up-to-date on new product additions, giveaways, special offers and more by following THe Gluten Free Bar on their social media channels below:

• GFB on Facebook
• GFB on Twitter
• GFB on Instagram

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You can find the whole line of the GFB products including the new Bites at most major retailers including online at Amazon.  I have been stocking up on the GFBBites over at Target as they are only $4.79 a package.  I make a point to have some stashed in the pantry, a couple in the car for on-the-go snacking, and even have a package in each of the girls' backpacks for when they are at classes and need a quick and healthy snack.  They can grab a handful of bites from their favorite flavor and then reseal the bag to keep in the freshness.  

I love being able to share healthy snacks with my family, and was so happy when I found that everyone loved the GFBBites we were recently sent.  And, after sampling the additional flavors, now each member of the family has a favorite flavor that they reach for. And, knowing that they are healthy, I don't have to say "No.". :-)

If you are having trouble finding the GFB products in stores near you, you can also visit https://shop.theglutenfreebar.com/ and order online. They even give you the option to customize a case with your favorite flavors. 

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Thanks to the folks at The Gluten Free Bar, one lucky Inspired by Savannah reader will win a 

FREE product coupon and sample of either GFB's Dark Chocolate Coconut or PB+J Bites.

To enter, please complete the entries on the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

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"More about GFB and The Two Brothers Behind These Tasty Gluten-Free Products...

“We’re two brothers who get along well with each other, but not with gluten,” said Elliot Rader, Co-Founder and Partner at GFB. “Our goal is to create fun and flavorful gluten-free snacks for everyone – after all, eating is something we do each day so let’s enjoy it. The development of Bites has been an exciting transition into the cluster category. We basically combined the nutrition of a protein bar with the decadence of a truffle. No other cluster in the category does this and we’re excited to share the Bites with our customers.”

As pioneers in the gluten-free cluster category, GFB has created a product perfect for all snacking occasions: fun family road trips, a quick and delicious breakfast with your morning coffee at work, and much more. GFB Bites can be found at leading regional stores, top national stores, and popular health food stores.

GFB, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a Certified B Corporation dedicated to producing products in a sustainable, earth-friendly manner. Along with their new line of Bites, the Company continues to produce their original product the Gluten Free Bar."

Disclosure: I was provided with samples from the vendor in exchange for an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

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New Caramel Apple Crisp Flavor Added to the Popular Cosmos Creations Premium Puffed Corn Snack Line -- Review and #Giveaway

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

Last year I had the opportunity to review a sampling of Cosmos Creations' flavors.  This premium puffed corn snack was such a hit with my family that we have been stocking up and enjoying ever since.  You read my thoughts on Cosmos Creations' in my post from last year here: http://www.inspiredbysavannah.com/2014/10/cosmos-creations-premium-puffed-corn.html.

Today, I wanted to share with you a new addition to the Cosmos Creations line -- Caramel Apple Crisp.  This new flavor combines tart, real apple crumbles with sweet caramel, making for the perfect snack to satisfy any sweet tooth. :-)  

I, for one, can't get enough of this gluten-free, trans-fat free, and non-GMO corn premium puffed corn snack, and have been filling the pantry with this new flavor, to enjoy with the family and introduce to family and friends who stop by and are looking for a tasty snack to munch on.

When it comes to sampling snacks, my girls who are picky eaters, are usually reluctant.  But, if the outer bag is appealing to the eye, then, they may try it.  Seeing that both my girls like apples and they saw the apple on the bag, they were up for trying just one...which led to another and then another...until they were asking for a bowl to snack on while they watched television.

Savannah loves this new Cosmos Creations flavor so much, she asked me to pick up a couple extra bags so that she could bring them in for snack time at her preschool.  All the kids as well as the teachers loved this healthy puffed corn snack.  When picking Savannah up that day, I overheard a few of her friends telling their parents about the snack they had and how they want to pick up a bag to snack on at home.  :-)

With school ending and the kids being home for the summer, why not make a point to pick up a couple bags of Cosmos Creations, including the new Caramel Apple Crisp flavor for them to snack on.  They will love this crunchy snack that is full of flavor and good for them. You and your family will have a blast sampling the seven Cosmos Creations premium puffed corn flavored currently available, in order to find your favorite one.  I used to love the Sea Salt & Butter flavor, but that is now in second place below the oh so sweet and decadent Caramel Apple Crisp.  I feel like each time I reach into the bag and start to munch on a handful of this puffed corn treat that I am doing something wrong and that my waistline will hate me. But, then I quickly remember that this a healthier snack alternative made of all-natural ingredients -- and, I don't feel bad anymore. :-)

And, I am not alone in craving this sweet treat.  Whenever I ask the girls what they want for snack time, Bella will run to the pantry and grab a bag of Caramel Apple Crisp from Cosmos Creations.  She always asks to hold the bag and snack from there instead of me putting it in a bowl.  How can I blame her, I, find myself enjoying reaching into the bag and pulling out a handful of this crispy and oh so flavorful sweet snack. :-)  Like mother, like daughter!

I can't wait to hear what you think of the new Caramel Apple Crisp flavor from Cosmos Creations.  So, be sure to leave a comment with your thoughts below.  And, don't forget to enter my giveaway below for a chance to win a Cosmos Creations sampler prize pack, which includes this new flavor. :-)

"Cosmos Creations premium puffed corn is currently available in seven flavors that are all gluten-free, trans-fat free, have no kernels or hulls and are baked with non-GMO corn meal. The Caramel Apple Crisp product will complement the current flavors of Spicy Sriracha, Salted Caramel, Caramel, Coconut Crunch, Sea Salt & Butter, Sea Salt & Vinegar and Aged Cheddar & Cracked Pepper. Along with all its unique benefits, Cosmos Creations also consistently utilizes natural ingredients its consumers can pronounce and trust."

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Caramel Apple Crisp is available for purchase online in a 6 oz. bag at an MSRP of $3.99 as well as other select retailers. A 22 oz. version of the new flavor will also be available at Costco locations in the Northwest region.  And, you can find the other six flavors at select local retailers, as well as many online retailers.  Visit the Cosmos Creations website to use their store locator to find a retailer near you who carries this amazing tasting puffed corn snack -- http://www.cosmoscreations.com/store-locator/.

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Thanks to the kind folks at Cosmos Creations, one lucky reader will win a fun Cosmos Creations Swag Bag ($20 value) that includes an assortment of flavors, including the new Caramel Apple Crisp flavor.  To enter, please complete the entries on the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

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About Cosmos Creations: Junction City, Oregon based Cosmos Creations is slowing things down, making the commitment and investment to use only all natural ingredients to create a line of premium puffed corn snacks with an indulgent, artisan taste. Our product is gluten-free, trans-fat free, includes no hulls, no kernels and non-GMO corn. Cosmos Creations is just all-natural ingredients you can pronounce, and a taste that’s almost heavenly. For more information visit www.CosmosCreations.com.

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review.  All views shared are mine and mine alone.

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CLVR Bars from Rickland Farms -- A Perfect On-the-Go Snack Bar That is Dairy and Gluten-Free, Vegan and Non-GMO (Review)

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review. All views shared are mine and mine alone.

It took becoming a mom to realize how busy my mom was when I was a kid. From getting up ready in the AM for school, to driving us around and picking up my brothers and I from clubs, sports and friend's houses, she was always on the go.  And, now, with two girls of my own, I find myself always rushing out the door for something, or staying up late just to finish cleaning and getting ready for the next day.  

One thing I remember my mom saying to friends she talked with on the mom, is how she either had to reheat her coffee in the AM a few times as it got cold, or get to drink her coffee in the afternoon, to missing a meal because she was doing too many things. And, now I can see how moms eat last (if at all) when dining out.  I am always trying to cool of the girls' food, wipe us messes, or address the when they begin to act out.  I forget that my meal is in front of me.  I guess this is one thing that they forget to tell you when you are about to become a mom, but that you learn fast. :-)

And, now that my girls are getting older and in preschool and clubs and sports, I find that we spend a lot of time in the car, driving from place to place.  With Savannah's preschool, which is 15 minutes away, we make this drive three days a week, to and from and to and from again (all in one day).  Monday's are really crazy days as the girls struggle to get ready as they are still in weekend mode.  But, I have to push them to get ready and get out the door on time, so we aren't getting to school late.  Don't you hate being the parent who drops their child off late? I sure do.

On crazy Mondays, and even those afternoons when I realize on the way to a destination that I forget to eat, I now have a lifesaver -- the new CLVR bars from Rickland Orchards.  These snack bars are the perfect on the go bars to grab when finding yourself needing a boost of energy or pick me up while running errands with the kids (or for the kids).  I especially love that the CLVR bar is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and non-GMO.  And all CLVR bars contain only 11 grams of total fat.  So, even if you are on a diet, or watching what you eat, you don't have to worry about adding to your waistline when you reach for a CLVR bar.

"Rickland Orchards CLVR bars (pronounced “klev-er”) are meant to give snackers a clever and “real” option—meaning a focus on smart eating and real ingredients such as fruits: pomegranate, blueberry, strawberry; ancient grains: chia, quinoa, amaranth; nuts: cashews, almonds, brazil nuts; and a mix of other ingredients—everything from dried fruit to flax seeds."

Besides being gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and non-GMO, and oh so good, what sets these bars apart from others on the market are their unique flavors.  I was sent the following to sample, and had a hard time trying to choose a favorite, as they were all out of this world good...

·         Rickland Orchards Blueberry Cranberry Chia Bars — Made with a blend of blueberries, cranberries and nuts including cashews, almonds, pistachios, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds

·         Rickland Orchards Strawberry Banana Quinoa Bars — With dried banana and real bits of strawberry and apricot, this bar combines fruit with cashews, almonds, brazil nuts, flax seeds and quinoa flakes

·         Rickland Orchards Pomegranate Mulberry Amaranth Bars — Made with cashews, almonds, raisins, pumpkin seeds and raspberry and pomegranate bits combined with dried mulberries, amaranth, and whole grain brown rice

These bars are small enough to throw in your diaper bag or handbag, or even leave a few in the car's glove box or inner console.  Since trying the new CLVR bars from Rickland Orchards, I have stocked up, and now have a stash in the car, in the snack basket in the kitchen, and even a few extra in the pantry in case I find myself running low, or find someone sneaking one of these great tasting on the go bars.  :-)  Not only am I am fan of these bars, but my husband and both of girls (the picky eaters) can't get enough of them.  My husband was happy to find things like chia, quinoa and mulberry in the ingredients, as well as coconut sugar, which each of the CLVR bars are made with.  As for my girls, they try to pick out the different dried fruits and seeds, but give up quickly and start nibbling away at the CLVR bar until is it gone, and they are looking for another. :-)

Rickland Orchards' goal is to "provide a gluten-free, dairy-free snack bar that is flavorful certified vegan with low sodium and high fiber and made with real coconut sugar instead of an artificial sugar," and I have to say that they have done just that!  If you are a fan of the on-the-go snack bars, or find yourself like me and so many other moms (or parents/caregivers for that matter), that skip a meal, need a mid-morning or afternoon snack to boost your energy level, etc., then you will want to try these great tasting bars from Rickland Orchards.  I can now say, without a doubt, that I have found my favorite snack bar...CLVR bar by Rickland Orchards...you are the best! :-)

Rickland Orchards CLVR bars retail for approximately $1.99. For more information and a store locator, please visit www.ricklandorchards.com.

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About Rickland Orchards

Rickland Orchards, creator of shelf stable Greek yogurt coating, has been creating convenient and delicious Greek yogurt coated protein bars and bites through listening to buyer and consumer insights. Rickland Orchards products are sold nationally. To learn more, please visit www.ricklandorchards.com and www.facebook.com/ricklandorchards.

Disclosure: I was sent samples from the vendor in order to write up an honest review. All views shared are mine and mine alone.

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