Dairy-free Delights Plant-based alternatives to products made with ingredients from animals were huge in 2017, and they’re likely to continue growing in 2018. Adding to the offerings in this segment, My/Mo Mochi ice cream has launched a vegan line of treats: My/Mo Mochi cashew cream Frozen Desserts. The four additions — strawberry, chocolate, vanilla and salted caramel — are made with rich frozen cashew cream wrapped in soft rice dough. The dairy-free snacks come in at just 100 calories per ball. The srP is $6.99 per box, each of which contains six 1.5-ounce pieces. www.mymomochi.com
Protein Power
Stick it to ’Em sriracha has long been the preferred condiment of heat lovers nationwide, and many won’t settle for anything other than the original “rooster bottle” variety from Huy Fong Foods — though the bottle is anything but portable, and individual packets risk bursting in pockets. enter sriracha seasoning stix, a condiment option from sugarmade inc. that uses the renowned sriracha hot chili sauce from Huy Fong for an innovative, no-mess way to season meat, fish, poultry and vegetables from the inside out. The seasoning stix come in four varieties: sriracha Jalapeño, sriracha Butter garlic, classic sriracha and Blend X. each 2-ounce jar, containing 70 sticks, has an srP of $14.99. www.srirachastix.com
Whether for filling an empty stomach at the break of dawn or gaining sustenance as the day moves on, protein-rich breakfast and snack bars are a vital part of many on-thego Americans’ lives today. Pure Protein’s line of breakfast bars fits the bill for these consumers, offering just 2 to 5 grams of sugar and containing nutritious ingredients such as oats, chia seeds, quinoa and flaxseed. The gluten-free bars will be available in four flavors — Dark chocolate Almond oatmeal, sweet & salty Peanut Butter, Blueberry oatmeal, and strawberry Waffle — at an srP of $4.99 per 4-pack of 1.76-ounce bars. www.pureprotein.com
Guilt-free Sweets Although many are paying close attention to their waistlines in the new year, there’s still room for the occasional guilt-free indulgent treat. enter Hammond’s snacking Marshmallows, an organic sugar-based concoction made without any gMo ingredients or corn. The low-fat, cholesterol-free, lowsodium treats contain 100 calories or fewer per serving, and come in three flavors: Toasted coconut, Double chocolate chip and vanilla Bean. The srP is $3.99 per 4-ounce resealable bag. https://hammondscandies.com
Pro-breakfast Probiotics A new year brings renewed commitments to healthy eating and living — and being good to one’s gut plays a big role in wellness. Addressing this, Kellogg co. has introduced Kellogg’s special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics, said to be the only cereal from a leading brand to contain live, active probiotic cultures. Providing “good” bacteria without the need for refrigeration, the cereal contains peach-flavored flakes blended with visibly wholesome ingredients, including blueberries, raspberries, peaches and yogurty pieces. With 12 grams of whole grains per serving, it’s also a good source of fiber. The srP is $3.99 per 10.5-ounce box. www.kelloggs.com Progressive grocer Januar y 2018
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