Here at The Creative Kitchen, we find that “less is more” rings true for a lot of foods and products, especially those we feed to our children. With Dino Bars, less artificial flavors plus less added sugars equals happy parents AND happy tummies! Dino Bars are a unique, plant-based snack that the whole family will love, and not just because of the taste and high-quality ingredients. These fruit leather-like bars are wrapped in edible paper; yes, you read that correctly! Edible paper! How cool (and eco-friendly) is that? Using only all-natural ingredients, Dino Bars are proof that you don’t need to sacrifice quality for taste!

by Rebecca Skriloff, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love these fruit bars! It’s like paper made out of fruit – so cool!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

It’s always a struggle to find snacks that will satisfy my kids’ sweet tooth but isn’t loaded with sugar and other artificial ingredients. Dino Bars are great because my kids love the taste, texture, and the fun edible paper, and I love the ingredients. They only use all-natural ingredients, consisting of mostly organic fruit! I also love that these bars get my kids some extra fiber and antioxidants.

Flavorful Features:

Dino Bars come in three yummy flavors:

• Mango
• Blueberry
• Strawberry

The Icing on the Cake:

It doesn’t get much better than this – no artificial flavors or preservatives, no added sugars, and only all-natural ingredients make up these gluten-free, mess-free, organic fruit bars. Dino Bars will instantly become a favorite among the whole family.

Time to Eat?!

We love Dino Bars as an after-school snack, but anytime is a great time for these nutritious but super yummy bars!

Good to Go?

Dino Bars are perfect for an on-the-go snack! These individually wrapped bars make a great addition to lunchboxes and backpacks, and the edible paper makes for no sticky fingers!

Mix it Up!

Stick your favorite Dino Bar in the freezer for a fun, frozen treat on a hot day!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

It can be tricky to find snacks that are easy to throw in a lunchbox or backpack at the last minute that will not only keep your kids happy, but deliver some delicious nutrition at the same time. Thankfully, there’s brands like Crispy Green that know how to do both! Their freeze-dried Tangerine Slices are the perfect grab-and-go snack that will satisfy those of any age with a sweet tooth or those who, deep down, really just want some chips. This portable fruit makes it so easy to have a healthful snack when you’re on the go. And, tangerine is perfect for orange Halloween! We love their minimal ingredients and perfect portion sizes, as well as Crispy Green’s passion for inspiring others to live healthy, happy lives through eating high-quality, natural, and delicious food! 

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s so crazy that this fruit is crunchy! I love it! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Who would have thought my kids would be begging me daily for fruit? They just love Crispy Green’s Tangerine Slices, and so do I! Since each bag is individually portioned, they’re perfect to add to their lunchboxes, or backpacks for an after-school snack. They have a 36-month shelf life so I keep a bunch in our car and pantry for emergencies when the kids get “hangry.” I especially love that there’s no added sugar, because each of my kids have a massive sweet tooth. And, it has nearly all of the nutritional value of fresh fruit kept intact. Finally, a snack I can feel great about giving to them!

Flavorful Features:

Here are the other freeze-dried fruits you can get from Crispy Green:

• Apple
• Strawberry
• Banana
• Mango
• Pear
• Pineapple
• Cantaloupe

The Icing on the Cake:

Crispy Green Tangerine Slices are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher, vegan, peanut-free and tree nut-free. Each serving provides 95% of the nutritional value of fresh fruit!

Time to Eat?!

We love this as an after-school or after-work snack for a yummy boost of nutrition to hold us over until dinnertime, but they’re great as an addition to lunchtime, or even after dinner if you don’t want a dessert that’s full of sugar or artificial ingredients.

Good to Go?

These individually-packaged snacks are perfectly portioned! Not too much, not too little! Add them to lunchboxes, backpacks, or your purse for whenever you want a yummy treat.

Mix it Up!

Add some Crispy Green Tangerine Slices to your favorite high-fiber cereal for some extra sweetness and texture!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Is it tricky to get your kids to eat fruit? Or maybe they love fruit so much you can’t keep enough in the house? BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos are fruit rolls made with 100% fruit and vegetables, and nothing else! So whether you’re looking for a different way to get your kids to eat fruit, or just want to add some more into their diet, this is the snack for you! We love the concept of portable fruit! BEAR was founded with the mission to create products with 100% natural ingredients to cut down on the amount of processed foods we consume. We love that their products are packed with fiber and yummy fruits and vegetables! Each one of their products comes with an educational collectible card! This is snacking you can feel good about.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This fruit tastes like candy and I like to collect the cards!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

We just love BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos! Originally, I wanted to find a new way to give my kids more fruit, rather than all the processed snacks they love and always ask for. Now though, they ask for Yoyos constantly, which is great because they’re made with minimal ingredients, and are packed with fiber. They’re also great to send to school with my kids since they are vegan and gluten-free, so they can share with their friends who have different dietary restrictions. I love that this is a feel-good sweet treat that the kids think is fun!

Flavorful Features:

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos come in these other delicious flavors:

• Strawberry
• Mango
• Raspberry
• Super Sour Mango & Apple
• Super Sour Strawberry & Apple

The Icing on the Cake:

There’s only three (that’s right, three!) ingredients in BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos: apple, pear, and a little bit of spirulina. No added sugars or other artificial ingredients. Yoyos provide a full cup of fruit in each pack, and have the same naturals sugars as an apple. They’re also non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan.

Time to Eat?!

BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos are a great treat or fruit alternative. They’re a great addition to lunch, or a yummy after-school snack!

Good to Go?

These are individually wrapped so they’re great to throw in a purse, lunchbox, or backpack for a delicious snack anytime you want it!

Mix it Up!

Use scissors to cut the BEAR Yoyos strip into small pieces, and add it to some homemade trail mix for a sweet, chewy bite of yum!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Color Garden Patriotic Pattern Parfaits

Serves 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups vanilla yogurt, divided 
• 1 tsp Red Color Garden Food Color
• 1 tsp Blue Color Garden Food Color
• 6 Graham crackers, crushed or 1 cup granola 
• 2 cups strawberries, hulled and diced 
• 2 cups raspberries
• 2 cups blueberries

Directions

1. In three separate bowls, divide yogurt. Add Red Color Garden Food Color into one bowl and stir until combined.  Add Blue Color Garden Food Color into second bowl and stir until combined.  Leave third bowl without color. 
2. In clear cup, add 1/3 cup red yogurt. Top with 1/3 cup strawberries, then 1/3 of 1 crushed graham cracker. Add 1/3 cup uncolored white yogurt, followed by 1/3 cup raspberries, followed by 1/3 crushed graham cracker, followed by 1/3 cup blue yogurt, followed by 1/3 cup blueberries, followed by 1/3 crushed graham cracker. 
3. In 5 additional clear cups, repeat step 5 to create 6 parfaits.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

We love when we find new and interesting versions or ways to eat our favorite foods, whether for convenience or just plain fun! Pocas Dragon Fruit Chips cross both of these off the list; it’s a fun and different way to eat fruit that’s also super convenient if you can’t find the real deal in the store. Dragon fruit boasts ton of nutritional benefits, too, such as boosting your immune system and helping digestion! Pocas focuses on natural, organic food that’s carefully sourced from around the world, beneficial for living a healthful life.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s crunchy fruit! AND SUCH A COOL COLOR!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My kids love their snacks, and I mean really, really love their snacks. I try to find a good balance, but it can be hard when most of the time they just want candy! They like fruit though, so I was happy to discover these Dragon Fruit Chips by Pocas. It’s a nice way to switch up serving fresh fruit and my kids love the taste and fun color! I love the nutritional benefits of dragon fruit too; lots of vitamins and minerals all around.

Flavorful Features:

Pocas Dragon Fruit Chips come in two types: Red Flesh Dragon Fruit or White Flesh Dragon Fruit.

The Icing on the Cake:

Dragon fruit provides a ton of Potassium, Vitamins C, B1, B2, and B3, as well as Iron and Calcium. Pocas Dragon Fruit Chips are non-GMO, gluten free, and 100% natural!

Time to Eat?!

Pocas Dragon Fruit Chips are a great choice for a morning or afternoon snack, or even a dessert when you don’t want something too sweet!

Good to Go?

Pocas Dragon Fruit Chips come in re-sealable bags, so they’re perfect to take with you on the go!

Mix it Up!

Add some of these dragon fruit chips into a salad for some extra crunch and a touch of sweetness. Or, top your next smoothie bowl with them for some crunch, too!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Is anyone else looking forward to warmer weather like we are? Get into the summer spirit with a refreshing, frozen treat from DeeBee’s Organics: Strawberry SuperFruit Freezies! These organic freezer pops will make you forget all about those other sugary frozen popsicles with hidden artificial ingredients. They’re low in sugar and are made without any artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. DeeBee’s Organics uses organic fruit juices to make SuperFruit Freezies, and did we mention they’re also shelf stable? Keep some in your pantry to leave some space in your freezer, and freeze them as needed. Each bag comes with three yummy flavors your whole family is sure to love…but strawberry is our favorite!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This dessert is like a lollipop mixed with ice cream!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My family definitely loves their share of sugary treats. I try to limit it as much as I can, but it can be hard when my kids constantly ask for the same sugar-filled snacks. I love DeeBee’s Organics SuperFruit Freezies because they’re low in sugar compared to other frozen popsicles, and they’re made from entirely organic ingredients! My kids love the taste and they each have their favorite flavor. I like that I can keep some on the shelf and freeze them as needed. Overall, a great snack for our family that even I love too!

Flavorful Features:

Each bag of DeeBee’s Organics SuperFruit Freezies comes with three flavors:

• Strawberry
• Grape
• Tropical

The Icing on the Cake:

Organic, non-GMO ingredients; low in sugar; shelf stable – what more could you ask for? DeeBee’s Organics SuperFruit Freezies are an all-around great choice to replace artificial popsicles and other frozen treats filled with refined sugar.

Time to Eat?!

Freezies are perfect for when your kids ask for a sugary dessert; satisfy their cravings but without any artificial ingredients!

Mix it Up!

Try mixing Freezies with yogurt in your blender for a fruity treat with a creamy twist!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Sometimes, there’s nothing better than a bite of fresh fruit, like a juicy apple or strawberry. Here at The Creative Kitchen, we love satisfying our cravings, whatever they might be and wherever they may happen! When we’re in the mood for a fruity treat on the go, we reach for BEAR Nibbles super sour strawberry-apple yoyos. These snacks are perfect to throw into your purse or your kiddo’s lunchbox! Not only are they are full of fruit and fiber, but they’re also vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO. In fact, they’re made from 100% fruits and vegetables. Your whole family will love their sweet taste and sour kick!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They taste like sour candy worms!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

There’s no question as to why BEAR Nibbles Super sour strawberry-apple yoyos are adored in my home. These travel-sized treats are chewy, fruity, and packed with a ton of goodness. And their sour kick adds a fun twist! They’re made with lemons, pumpkin, strawberry, apple, pear, and absolutely no hidden ingredients. We love this sweet and sour treat for after-school snacking or a quick dessert after dinner.

Flavorful Features:

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos come in five other fun flavors:

• Strawberry
• Mango
• Apple
• Raspberry
• Super sour mango & apple

The Icing on the Cake:

BEAR Nibbles Super sour strawberry-apple yoyos are an all-around great snack to have on hand. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, non-GMO, and made with 100% real fruits and vegetables!

Time to Eat?!

When your sweet tooth is acting up, satisfy your craving with BEAR Nibbles Super sour strawberry-apple yoyos! Perfect for anytime-snacking, whenever you’re craving a fruity treat with a sour twist

Good to Go?

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos are made for on the go snacking! They’re individually wrapped, making them perfect to throw into your purse or your child’s backpack.

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Split Squeeze Packs are a clever twist on a beloved classic that expertly combines simple nutrition with convenient packaging to give you a well balanced snack that’s perfect to take on the go with you! This innovative product from Split provides nut butter and jelly in separate compartments of a single packet. Just fold it in half, knead, rip the lacerated top, and squeeze! The honest, real ingredients will speak for themselves, providing you with a well-balanced snack packed with protein and healthy fats. 

The Creative Kitchen is happy to have Split as a sponsor of our Whole Foods cooking classes the week of August 12th. Visit our calendar for more information on our classes!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They taste sweet AND salty at the same time! I like mushing up the pack and squeezing it out!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Not only are Split Squeeze Packs ready-to-use and super convenient, but they have great nutritional value too. Each packet has five grams of protein, organic sugars, and healthy fats from dry-roasted nuts. They’re gluten-free and non-GMO, making them a healthful choice that’s also environmentally friendly! My kids have fun squeezing them, and the flavors are just simply delicious.

Flavorful Features:

Split Squeeze Packs come in three varieties:

• Almond Butter and Raspberry Spread
• Almond Butter and Strawberry Spread
• Peanut Butter and Grape Spread
• Peanut Butter and Blueberry Spread

The Icing on the Cake:

The simple ingredients that are used speak for themselves: the nut butters are made from just nuts, while the fruit spreads are made from fruit, cane sugar, and pectin…that’s it! 

Time to Eat?!

Split Squeeze Packs can be incorporated into any meal to add a boost of nutrients and flavors! On toast at breakfast, or just by itself after lunch or in the afternoon for a little pick-me-up!

Good to Go?

Split Squeeze Packs are small and easily transportable, so they make it convenient to have a boost of nutrition whenever you need it!

Mix it Up!

Looking for a new way to mix nut butter and jelly into your kid’s diet? Mix Split Squeeze Packs into plain yogurt for all-natural sweet and salty flavoring. This makes a great protein-packed meal or snack!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Here at The Creative Kitchen, we know how important it is to find sweet treats without added sugars, which is why we’re loving BEAR Nibbles Real Fruit Yoyos. These dried fruit rolls are made with 100% fruit – no additives or artificial flavors! And yet, they still manage to be super sweet to please a kid’s taste buds and sweet tooth. Best yet, each packet comes with an Around-the-World postcard of a different country, which make for a fun and educational kids’ collectible item.

The Creative Kitchen is excited to share samples of BEAR Nibbles Yoyos at our Whole Foods cooking classes the weeks of July 22nd and September 9th. Visit our calendar to find a class!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

BEAR Yoyos are so yummy and sweet. And every time I eat them I get another postcard!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My kids always ask for BEAR Nibbles as their snack because they love the taste, but also because they have a blast collecting the Around-the-World cards. It’s a win-win for me, because the snacks are essentially fruit in rolled form so they’re super healthy, and they also start educational conversations about other countries and cultures. They’re so easy to throw into lunchboxes and my purse!

Flavorful Features:

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos come in four fruity flavors:

• Mango
• Raspberry
• Apple
• Strawberry

The Icing on the Cake:

Since BEAR Nibbles Yoyos are simply made of fruit, they’re certified vegan, gluten-free, and verified non-GMO!

Time to Eat?!

These dried fruit rolls can be a perfect addition to lunchboxes for a boost of fiber at lunchtime.

Good to Go?

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos are individually wrapped, so they are easy to throw into your purse or a backpack for a fruit treat on the go!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Finding snacks that can be enjoyed by everyone can be difficult with allergies and flavor preferences, so when we found Enjoy Life Breakfast Ovals we had to spread the word! These soft-baked whole grain snacks are free from the 14 most common allergies and are also gluten-free! They come in four varieties, so there is sure to be a flavor that everyone will enjoy. With whole grain oats as the first ingredient, Breakfast Fruit and Oat Ovals provide important vitamins and minerals as well as fiber keeping you energized and fuller for longer.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It tastes like a cookie, and I get to eat it for breakfast. My mom is the best!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Finding a way to get my kids to eat a nutritious breakfast is a monotonous task, especially when they are begging for sugary cereal every morning. They put their nose up at a bowl of oatmeal or whole wheat toast, but when these breakfast ovals entered the kitchen they became a hit! The kids gobble them up because its tastes like a cookie, and I am happy to know they have clean and wholesome ingredients, a good amount of fiber, and 20 grams of whole grains. They not only are great for breakfast but also for an easy after-school snack.

Flavorful Features:

Enjoy Life Breakfast fruit and oat Ovals come in four delectable flavors:

• Berry medley
• Maple fig
• Apple cinnamon
• Chocolate chip banana

The Icing on the Cake:

All Enjoy Life products are gluten-free and free from 14 common allergies so almost everyone can enjoy these tasty treats.

Time to Eat?!

Munch on these Breakfast Ovals for a quick breakfast or an afternoon-snack.

Good to Go?

These are the perfect size to fit in mom’s purse or your kids’ lunchboxes.

Mix it Up!

Skip the granola and use the Breakfast Fruit and Oat Oval as a mix-in for yogurt!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.