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.

Here at The Creative Kitchen, we know that busy parents love portable snacks for themselves too, and nothing is better than Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites! Packed with a variety of seeds and natural flavors, these snacks are low-calorie and low-sodium, yet tasty and satisfying with bold flavors. What’s more, they’re gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and USDA certified organic. Chia, flax, and sesame seeds provide a yummy flavor and texture, and they’re also a hearty source of Omega-3s, which can improve eye health, fight inflammation, and improve bone and joint health, among many other benefits!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like this snack! It’s crunchy and yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I keep Growing Roots Organic Corn and Seed Bites on hand at all times- each pack is only 120 calories, so I feel good about giving them to my family. What’s better, they contain flax, chia, and sesame seeds to boost your Omega-3 intake. They’re not crumbly or greasy so I can bring them with me and eat them on the go. My kids love the fun flavors and crunchy texture!

Flavorful Features:

Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites come in two zesty and unique flavors:

• Maple Bourbon
• Chipotle Mole

Be sure to check out their Organic Coconut & Seed Bites too:

• Pina Colada
• Thai Green Curry

The Icing on the Cake:

Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites are gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and organic, so they cater to families with a plethora of dietary restrictions. Plus, 50% of their profits go towards supporting urban farming!

Time to Eat?!

If you’re looking for a tasty, anytime-snack, Growing Roots Organic Corn and Seed Bites are for you! They can be a nutritious addition to lunch, or an afternoon snack when you need a little something to hold you until dinner.

Good to Go?

Each bag is resealable, making it easy to bring along with you wherever you go.

Mix it Up!

Throw them into trail mix to add some unique flavor and texture to traditional nuts-and-chocolate mixes.

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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.

Give your next pasta dinner some extra flare with Tolerant Foods Organic Red Lentil Pasta! This gluten free pasta alternative is not only nutrient dense, but it tastes amazing too. At The Creative Kitchen, Tolerant Foods Organic Red Lentil Penne is our go-to pasta for children with various food allergies. It’s high in protein, packed with fiber, and it’s made with just one simple ingredient: red lentils!

The Creative Kitchen is thrilled to feature Tolerant Foods Organic Red Lentil Penne in our Whole Foods Market cooking classes this week! Learn more at www.thecreativekitchen.com/calendar.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like this pasta! It’s red and yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I was thrilled when I discovered Tolerant Foods pasta. My son was recently tested allergic to gluten, but loves pasta, so I was nervous about trying to find a gluten-free pasta that still has the same great taste as regular wheat pasta. Thankfully, Tolerant Foods Red Lentil Penne is my son’s new favorite pasta of choice, he loves the red color and thinks it tastes amazing. I also love that it’s high in plant protein and low in sugar, not to mention it has a lot of fiber. Plus it’s made with only one ingredient: red lentils! What more could you ask for?

Flavorful Features:

Tolerant Foods Pasta comes in three varieties: Green Lentil, Red Lentil, and Chickpea.

The Icing on the Cake:

Tolerant Foods Organic Red Lentil Pasta has…

• 25 grams of plant-based protein per serving
• 44% of daily fiber per serving

…and is….

• Organic
• Vegan
• Gluten Free
• Free of the eight common allergens

Time to Eat?!

Tolerant Foods Organic Red Lentil Pasta is great for lunches or dinners. Add your favorite sauce, veggie, or protein and the possibilities are endless!

Mix it Up!

Summer is around the corner, so why not make a cold pasta salad? This can be a perfect on-the-go option for a family trip to the beach, the park, or even a school lunch.

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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.

What’s chewy, chocolate-y, and has one full serving of vegetables? Never heard of such a thing? Well, we hadn’t either, until we discovered Chocolate Chip Granola Bars from 2018 Kids Food Festival Supporting Sponsor Made Good! We just love how they satisfy our sweet tooth, but leave us feeling guilt-free; with beneficial antioxidants and ethically-sourced ingredients it’s practically a perfect snack. Made Good products are dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan…AND they’re dedicated to creating high-quality food that’s good for people and the environment!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Mom says these are good for me – I think they taste like candy bars!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I just love finding new products that have nutritious ingredients but also satisfy my child’s sweet tooth! She has no idea there’s a full serving of vegetables in these Made Good Chocolate Chip Granola Bars! I feel good about serving these to my family because of the high-quality, allergen-free ingredients…I even throw some in my purse for emergency snacks at work!

Flavorful Features:

Made Good Granola Bars come in a variety of delectable flavors:

• Mixed Berry
• Chocolate Banana
• Apple Cinnamon

The Icing on the Cake:

Made Good Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are made with simple, organic ingredients that are free of the most common allergens!

Time to Eat?!

Short on time in the morning? Add a Made Good granola bar to your kids’ breakfasts. Kids asking for a sweet treat in their lunchbox? Add one of these bars to their lunchbox…they won’t be disappointed!

Good to Go?

Perfect for snacking on the go, these granola bars can be easily thrown into a purse, lunchbox, or sports bag for a nutritious snack any time you need it!

Mix it Up!

Take snacking to the next level by dipping a Made Good Chocolate Chip Granola Bar in your favorite nut butter or sunflower butter!

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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 Creative Kitchen loves to eat food that nourishes our bodies and makes us feel good on the inside and outside! It’s Ozery Bakery‘s belief that great ingredients are the foundation of great flavor, which is why they spend so much time getting to know their suppliers, as well as taste-testing every single ingredient. Ozery Bakery has a variety of products including family favorites such as Cranberry Orange Morning Rounds, a twist on bread for breakfast, or sandwich buns that make lunchtime easy and delicious!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like a cranberry bun for breakfast! Soooooo yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

 The simple ingredients and dedication to making customer feel good is why I love Ozery Bakery products. We use their breads for breakfast and lunch; my kids really like that they don’t have any crusts! I love starting my morning with a Cranberry Orange Morning Round; it’s such a fresh, fun flavor!

Flavorful Features:

Bread is given a makeover with these tasty products:

• Cranberry Orange Morning Rounds
• Muesli Morning Rounds
• Apple Cinnamon Morning Rounds
• Cinnamon & Raisin Morning Rounds
• Date & Chia Morning Rounds
• Multi-grain Sandwich Bun
• Whole Wheat 11 Calorie Sandwich Bun
• Organic Wheat Sandwich Bun
• Organic Spelt Sandwich Bun
• Multi-grain slider
• Multi-seed Square Bun
• Ancient grains Square Bun
• Apple Cinnamon Snacking Round
• Cranberry Orange Snacking Round
• Muesli Snacking Round

The Icing on the Cake:

Ozery Bakery is dedicated to finding the highest quality ingredients for their products. Their attention to detail results in super delicious products, and their facility is BRC Certified, which is an globally recognized international food safety and quality standard.

Time to Eat?!

Start your day off with a Morning Round from Ozery Bakery, or make your favorite sandwich for midday meals with their sandwich buns! Their Snacking Rounds are perfectly portioned for a great afternoon snack!

Good to Go?

In a rush with no time to make breakfast? Make a quick nut butter sandwich with your favorite Ozery Bakery bread! No need to waste time cutting off crusts for your kids with Ozery Bakery…they come without crusts!

Mix it Up!

Add a hint of sweetness to your Thanksgiving stuffing by using Cranberry Orange Morning Rounds!

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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 Creative Kitchen has been munching on Primizie Thick Cut Crispbreads, and we can’t get enough! These crunchy, one of a kind, carefully created snacks are made with simple ingredients in a real kitchen that’s full of culinary passion. Founders Mark and Lisa were inspired on a culinary tour in Italy, and the idea for Primizie Crispbreads was born! With a variety of interesting flavors, there’s one for everyone in the family, and for every snacking mood! Primizie Crispbreads have minimal ingredients, and are the perfect vehicle for your favorite dips and spreads! The Simply Salted flavor is sure to please everyone in the family! We love the Dolce Caramel flavor; it’s so rich and satisfying!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love these chips! They kinda taste like crunchy bread mixed with chips!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My kids love snacking, especially on chips and other savory crackers and snacks. Primizie gives me the natural ingredients, and the flavor my children crave. With the variety of different flavors, I can please all of my kids!

Flavorful Features:

Primizie Crispbreads come in a variety of delicious flavors: 

• Italian Herb
• Gouda & Garlic
• Chile & Lime
• Simply Salted
• Dolce Caramel
• Ancient Grains

The Icing on the Cake:

Primizie Crispbreads are all-natural, use minimal ingredients, are trans fat-free, cholesterol-free, preservative-free!

Time to Eat?!

Primizie Crispbreads are great for after-school snacking or anytime snacking! They’re great to use with your favorite dips and spreads for hors d’oeuvres!

Good to Go?

Pack some in a container (so they don’t get squished!) and you’ll have a flavorful snack on the go!

Mix it Up!

Add some crunnnnccchhhhh to your salad or soup by adding Primizie Crispbreads on top, just like croutons! Serve the Dolce Caramel flavor with ice cream for a sweet treat!

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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 are always looking for delicious tasting products that use minimal ingredients without compromising quality or flavor. Lucky for us, The Vine is all about clean eating and the belief that quality ingredients will result in quality foods! The Vine’s Original Marinara Sauce is all-natural, and made from just a few fresh, simple ingredients; with no added sugar. Making healthful decisions at dinner never tasted so delicious!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love this tomato sauce! I like it on my pasta.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

As with many other products, there are so many options for pasta sauce that it can get overwhelming when trying to choose. The Vine’s simple, real ingredients make it easy to choose their marinara sauce. My family loves pasta, so we go through a lot of sauce, but I feel good about serving this sauce to my family because it’s all-natural and has no added sugar.

Flavorful Features:

The Vine makes other flavors of their marinara sauce that are equally as delicious:

• Butternut Squash Marinara
• Calabrian style Marinara
• Vegan Marinara

The Icing on the Cake:

The Vine makes marinara sauce that tastes as it should: fresh, and full of bold flavor. Even better? It’s made with exclusively USDA organic certified ingredients.

Time to Eat?!

With marinara sauce that’s this delicious, pasta time is any time of the day!

Mix it Up!

Try baking eggs in marinara sauce and give your breakfast a saucy twist! Pour a little bit of The Vine’s Marinara sauce into a ramekin, crack an egg on top, and bake in the oven; only two ingredients required!

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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.

Short on time but need a sweet treat for the school bake sale or a playdate? Fleischmann’s Lemon Poppyseed Muffin and Bread Mix is here to help you out. With a truly homemade taste, this mix is made with real, simple ingredients that you would find in your own kitchen and pantry. The Creative Kitchen loves this mix because it has all the ease and convenience of a packaged mix but none of the artificial ingredients.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It tastes like birthday cake! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

These muffins are so easy to make, and actually taste homemade! My kids think they are delicious, and I was pleased to find that they provide 4 grams of protein and 4 grams of whole grains per serving. I love the tangy lemon poppyseed flavor!

Flavorful Features:

Fleischmann’s has other flavors of its muffin and bread mix that are sure to please your little foodies!

• Raspberry
• Banana

The Icing on the Cake:

This mix has been specially created to be made with Greek yogurt, which offers a moist and fluffy texture that’s irresistible. And even better, it has no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Requiring only ingredients that you might find in your own pantry and fridge, Fleischmann’s makes it easy to whip up a batch when you’re in a pinch!

Time to Eat?!

This mix is extremely versatile: make muffins or bread for the kids’ breakfast, and then enjoy a slice with your morning coffee or tea. Whip up a batch for an after school snack, bake sale, or a sweet treat for after dinner.

Good to Go?

Pack a muffin or slice of this bread in a container or to-go box, and you’ve got a nutritious treat for wherever you’re headed.

Mix it Up!

Add ½ cup of fresh or frozen blueberries and serve for breakfast to add some extra fruit into your kids’ diets!

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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.

DAGOBA Chocolate uses unexpected, naturally sourced ingredients to create unique products with exceptional taste. Their Orange Chocolate Bar with dark chocolate and orange zest delivers a bright citrus flavor that mixes with luscious dark chocolate to form chocolate perfection. This chocolate bar is gluten free and all of the ingredients are organic and responsibly sourced.

From the Mouth of a Kid: 

Wow! This chocolate also tastes like orange! This is a special yummy treat.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

This orange dark chocolate is a great post-meal sweet treat for my kids, and a great alternative to other sugar-laden desserts. My kids enjoy trying the unique flavors and discovering new ingredients and tastes. I feel good about choosing this brand because of its organic, thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

Flavorful Features:

There are many varieties of DAGOBA chocolate bars:

• Xocolatl Dark Chocolate: rich dark chocolate, chilies & nibs – 74% cacao
• Beaucoup Berries Dark Chocolate: Rich dark chocolate, cranberries, cherries & vanilla – 74% cacao
• Eclipse Extra Dark Chocolate – 74% cacao
• Lemon Ginger: Dark chocolate, lemon essence & crystallized ginger – 68% cacao
• Lavender Blueberry Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate, lavender essence & wild blueberries  – 59% cacao
• Mint Chocolate: Dark chocolate, mint & rosemary essence – 59% cacao
• Roseberry Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate, raspberries & rosehips – 59% cacao
• Semisweet Dark chocolate – 59% cacao
• Chai Chocolate: Milk chocolate, crystallized ginger & chai essence – 37% cacao
• Hazelnut Chocolate: Milk chocolate, toasted hazelnuts & rice crisps – 37% cacao
• Milk Chocolate – 37% cacao

The Icing on the Cake:

Because DAGOBA chocolate sources its own cacao it can carefully monitor quality and flavor, while reducing its impact as well as benefit the communities that grow their ingredients.

Time to Eat?!

Any time you want to satisfy the kids’ or your sweet tooth without going on sugar overload, try a small piece of any DAGOBA chocolate bar!

Good to Go?

DAGOBA Chocolate’s Tasting Squares are the perfect sweet treat to bring on the go.

Mix it Up! 

Melt part or all of a chocolate bar and dip fruit, pretzels, or crackers into it. 

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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.

 Viki’s Granola started out as a simple homemade recipe that grew into a business after its major success at a school fundraiser. The Blueberry Almond Granola has only six ingredients, all of which are all-natural, gluten free, and non-GMO verified. Because of the simple and healthful ingredients in Viki’s Granola, it’s easy for parents to feel good about giving it to their kids for a sweet treat to snack on.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like how crunchy this is! And it’s also really sweet and yummy.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

It’s great to have a snack in the house I can enjoy as much as my children! I like to add Viki’s Blueberry Almond Granola to yogurt before running out to the school bus in the morning. My kids love it with milk for breakfast or even as an after school snack, which I feel good about because of the natural ingredients. Viki’s Granola makes it easy to satisfy my gluten-free child’s sweet tooth.

Flavorful Features:

Viki’s Granola comes in several varieties, so it’s great for every mood:

• Original
• Blueberry Almond
• Maple Cranberry
• Banana Walnut
• Apple Cinnamon

The Icing on the Cake:

Viki’s Granola also adheres to dietary restrictions such as kosher, sodium-free, and dairy-free diets. There are no preservatives, 0g of trans fat, and only 5g of sugar, so it’s easy to stay on a low-sugar diet with their granola.

Time to Eat?!

Viki’s Granola can be added to yogurt or milk at breakfast, and makes a great after-school snack. Try a small handful after dinner for a sweet dessert that’s low in sugar and not too filling.

Good to Go?

Throw some into a container or bag and munch as you go!

Mix it Up!

Chop or blend some of Viki’s Original Granola to use as a sweet alternative to breadcrumbs!

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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.