Who doesn’t love a delicious French pastry? Especially one made of wholesome ingredients and packed with whole grains. When your sweet tooth is acting up, Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Palmiers come to the rescue! Ideal for adults and children alike, the whole family will drool over these tasty and convenient treats. Unbleached enriched flour provides complex carbohydrates to keep children energized, while unsalted butter provides calcium to strengthen their bones. They’re low in sodium and sugar, allergen free, and contain absolutely no artificial ingredients. Who could resist? And even better, you don’t even have to go to a bakery to get these sweet treats! 

by Rebecca Skriloff, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

These cookies are sweet and kinda look like Mickey Mouse!”

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Palmiers make the perfect on-the-go snack or after dinner treat! We absolutely love how they’re made of a short list of simple ingredients even our kids can recognize. Plus, they’re relatively low in sugar compared to many other treats on the market, and very minimally processed. It’s reassuring to have a snack for the kids that we feel good serving them, and one that they really enjoy too.

The Icing on the Cake:

Family and minority owned, certified kosher, and certified sustainable palm oil.

Time to Eat?!

Sugar Bowl Bakery’s palmier’s fit easily into lunch boxes, make great, quick breakfasts or snacks, and can be savored for dessert any night.

Mix it Up!

Spread some creamy peanut butter on top for extra protein, and top with your favorite berries for added antioxidants to make an extra special PB&J.

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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.

Looking for an easy, delicious treat to bring to your neighbor’s birthday party or the next family gathering? Or just a fun, new dessert to share with the family? Whatever the reason, Better Bites Bakery Cookie Dō Bites are the answer! These delectable, chocolate-covered, bite-sized treats are just as delicious as they sound. Not to mention they are free from the top 8 allergens, certified vegan AND gluten-free. Cookie Dō Bites will be a hit with anyone at the party (or dinner table)! We also love that Better Bites Bakery is committed to reducing our carbon footprint – 90% of their products are packaged in plant-based materials!

by Katie Auerbach, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love this cookie dough! It’s my favorite treat!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

If you want to be the hit of the party, you have to check out these cookie dough bites! They are so yummy and just so fun – kids sure do love finger food! Adults will love them too; they’re so rich and decadent that just one is enough to satisfy a craving for something sweet. The fact that they’re vegan and free from the top 8 allergens is a wonderful bonus, because you can bring them to any party or gathering without worrying that someone won’t be able to eat them. These are truly a 10/10 treat!

Flavorful Features:

Better Bites Bakery Cookie Dō Bites come in these fun and yummy flavors:

• Birthday
• Chocolate Chip
• Snickerdoodle
• Sweet & Salty

The Icing on the Cake:

These cookie dough bites are soft and chewy on the inside and covered in decadent chocolate – are you drooling yet? They are also certified gluten-free, vegan, kosher, plant-based, and non-GMO.

Time to Eat?!

After-school snack? Check. Dessert after dinner? Check. Birthday party dessert table treat? Check. Late night snack after the kids have gone to bed? Check. Better Bites Bakery Cookie Dō Bites are perfect for anytime you or the kids need a small treat to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Mix it Up!

Chop up these Cookie Dō Bites to make an extra delicious topping for an ice cream sundae!

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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.

Enjoy a birthday snack all year round with Birthday Cake Grahamz from Zee Zees. This sweet treat is not only perfect for snack time, but it can be eaten at breakfast or lunch when paired with the right items. The whole grain crunchy crisps are sure to make everyone feel as if today is their birthday!

by Cricket Azima, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Zee Zees are my favorite! They make me feel like I’m at a birthday party.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

The Birthday Cake Grahamz are a lifesaver! The kids love dipping them, and we love serving them. Filled with whole grains and with 2g of protein, this snack is a fan favorite in my house.

Flavorful Features:

Zee Zees Grahamz come in these other fun flavors:

• Original
• French Toast
• Strawberry

The Icing on the Cake:

Worried about allergens? The Birthday Cake Grahamz are made in a nut-free facility, so they are perfectly safe for those with a nut allergy. A great worry-free snack.

Mix it Up!

Transform your Birthday Cake Grahamz into a yummy yogurt parfait. Layer the grahamz with your favorite yogurt and top it off with delicious fruit.

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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.

The Sambucol Blackberry Elderberry Gummies are a sweet, vegan gummy vitamin meant to provide the body with extra immune support. Filled with 1.7g of elderberry and accompanied by zinc and vitamin C. The gummies are sure to make you and your child smile while supporting your immune system every day.

by Cricket Azima, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

These gummies smell so good and taste even better!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

The Elderberry Gummies are the best at supporting my family’s immune system. Filled with vitamin C and zinc, the gummies are a positive addition to my children’s day. The taste is delicious, and the benefits are completely worth it!

The Icing on the Cake:

Vegan, nut-free, as well as free of artificial colors and preservatives. You know exactly what you are getting with the Black Elderberry Gummies, the zinc and vitamin C-filled gummy.

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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.

Looking for new ways to serve vegetables to your family? Yondu Vegetable Umami is the perfect plant-based liquid savory seasoning for your kitchen. Just a spoonful of this seasoning packs in a ton of unique flavor, leaving the whole family asking for more. But wait, it gets better! Created with mixture of fermented soybeans and a concentrated broth of 8 vegetables, it provides an umami seasoning that is not only 100% natural but vegan, gluten free, and does not include any artificial ingredients. Yondu is an incredibly versatile and unique ingredient, making each dish you add it to burst with a savory deliciousness that deepens flavor. Add Yondu to your vegetables, salads, soups, pastas – the list is endless!

by Rebecca Skriloff, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love the flavor mom added to my veggies! They taste extra yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I don’t know how, but this seasoning makes any savory dish taste better. It adds such a unique flavor that everyone in my family loves! Yondu has so many uses too, I can add it to veggies, pasta, meat dishes, and I love making broth with it. My kids ask me to put this on everything so I always make sure I have some in the kitchen!

The Icing on the Cake:

Yondu Vegetable Umami is non-GMO, gluten free, vegan, has no preservatives, and it is perfect for various dietary restrictions.

Time to Eat?!

Anytime you are looking for a way to enhance the flavors of your meal without adding extra condiments or seasonings? Use Yondu Vegetable Umami!

Mix it Up!

Visit the Yondu website for recipes: www.yondu.us/recipes/.

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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 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.

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? The SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bar is sure to be a hit with the whole family! With zero sugar, this Keto-friendly and gluten-free bar features premium milk chocolate filled with vanilla sprinkle birthday cake flavor. Who doesn’t want birthday cake in the middle of the week? This chocolate bar will satisfy your chocolate craving and deliver an extra punch of yummy flavor!

by Katie Auerbach, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love the sprinkles!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Who knew that a low-sugar, low-carb, and low-fat chocolate bar could taste so good? We love the SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars! My kids go crazy for the birthday cake flavor and sprinkles, and I love that it’s not filled with a lot of sugar or artificial flavors. What’s great is that it’s sweetened with Stevia, which doesn’t raise your blood sugar levels, like so many other sweets and candy do. And, it’s only 50 calories per serving, which is great for everyone!

Flavorful Features:

SkinnyMe has other zero sugar chocolate bars that come in the following yummy flavors!

• Banana Split Milk Chocolate
• Candy Apple Mint Chocolate
• Creamy Milk Milk Chocolate
• Hot Cinnamon Dark Chocolate
• Mint Chip Ice Cream Dark Chocolate
• Toasted Coconut Dark Chocolate
• Exotic Sea Salt Dark Chocolate
• Bold Dark Dark Chocolate
• Almond Brownie Dark Chocolate

The Icing on the Cake:

The SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars are only 50 calories per serving, which makes this sweet treat 10 times better than a regular chocolate bar. It’s sure to be a hit among the whole family!

Time to Eat?!

SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars make a great dessert after lunch when the kids (or you!) want something sweet but don’t want a giant treat!

Mix it Up! 

We love throwing our chocolate bars in the freezer for a different way to enjoy them!

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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.

A filling and plant-based energy bar. The LivBar is the perfect “pick me up” snack, being that it is made with 100% organic products and has healthy fats, carbs, and protein in each bite. Enjoy an energy-filled, whole-made LivBar!

by Cricket Azima, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This is my favorite snack to eat before soccer practice. It gives me all the energy I need, and I feel like a superhero out on the field!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

The LivBar is not only nutrient-dense for my kids, but personally, it is one of my favorite snacks. The convenience of the 100% baked bar is a plus, there is no need to worry about it melting in my purse. I stand by the burst of energy and delicious taste that comes in the LivBar.

The Icing on the Cake:

The LivBar is the best energy bar as it is USDA-certified organic, is allergen-free, and is
overwhelmingly nutritionally balanced. A game-changing energy bar as it is the most versatile
bar on the market.

Mix it Up!

Crunch it up. Grab some fresh berries, yogurt, and honey. Layer the ingredients and have the perfect yogurt parfait made with the blueberry, vanilla, kale LivBar. Making a satisfying snack even more satisfying, it’s a win-win situation!

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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.

Whoa! The Whoa Dough Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars are a perfect sweet treat to make anyone smile. Made with only the highest quality ingredients, this vegan treat is a great snack guaranteed to satisfy any craving. The Creative Kitchen appreciates the taste of this low sugar, protein, fiber-filled, on-the-go cookie dough bar.

by Katie Auerbach, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

So soft and yummy! I really love the chocolatey taste.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

This is the perfect snack for not only the kids but also the entire family. Packed with 3g of fiber and 4g of protein the Whoa Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough is a fulfilling and delicious snack. The sweet taste without the mountains of sugar really makes this product a must add to the grocery list every time.

Flavorful Features:

Whoa Cookie Dough Bars also come in these delicious and fun flavors:

• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
• Sprinkle Sugar Cookie
• Brownie Batter
• Peanut Butter
• Sugar Cookie

The Icing on the Cake:

A convenient snack, with packaging that allows for a 12-month shelf life, this treat doesn’t require refrigeration or preparation. Easily grab and go from the cupboard and enjoy the kosher, vegan, chocolatey goodness.

Mix it Up!

In the mood for a baked good? In 10 minutes or less you can have one. Simply roll these up into bite-sized balls and pop them in the oven at 350 F for 3-5 minutes. In goes the Whoa Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and out comes a warm comforting cookie. Enjoy!

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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.

North Spore’s Spray & Grow Mushroom Kits are a fun and easy activity for kids to explore where their food comes from. Pick one of four edible mushroom varieties—lion’s mane, blue oysters, pink oysters, and golden oysters—and grow delicious, colorful mushrooms in your own home. With only five simple steps, these kits are perfect for young children and busy families. Did you know that mushrooms are a rich, low-calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants? They can also help your heart health and strengthen your bones, too!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I helped grow these! I was in charge of the sprayer. They got so big so fast!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

What an interesting way to combine activity kits with food! My kids love these Spray & Grow Mushroom Kits from North Spore. They find it fascinating, and have been so excited to try the mushrooms once they grow. Watching them grow is thrilling, and using the mushrooms in recipes is even better! My kids are much more receptive to trying mushrooms after being involved in the growing process themselves. I love how affordable the kits are and would recommend them to any family!

Flavorful Features:

Choose from any of the following kits:

• Lion’s mane
• Blue oysters
• Pink oysters
• Golden oysters

The Icing on the Cake:

North Spore’s Spray & Grow Mushrooms Kits are a fantastic way to introduce mushrooms to kids!

Mix it Up!

Did you know? Lion’s mane mushrooms make a tasty seafood substitute!

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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.