Halloween is just around the corner and if you are tired of all the junky candy and want something better, then this blog is for you.
In this blog you will find new kinds of sweets that are made with natural ingredients even kids can pronounce. These little treats still have calories, but at least they don’t have chemicals that can pollute your body. Yes, we know that many kids can eat as much “junk” food and still be skinny and look healthy, but why risk their health when better options are available? BONUS: if there is candy left over, you won’t have to feel bad about eating it!
Here are my Fab Four options that won’t trick your health. You can either buy them online or purchase at any Whole Foods Market.
Amy’s Kitchen Organic Dandy Candy Bars
Amy’s Kitchen has been one of my favorite brands for years and now that they sell candy, it is one of my favorite sweet treat options. For example, try their Crunchy Toffee Bar that’s made with organic butter, dark chocolate and organic ingredients. It will surely impress the adults and satisfy the kids.
Peanut Butter Cups
Move over GMO Reese’s, there is a new kid in town that won’t sacrifice your health for a few minutes of taste. It is time to stop settling for less and to try Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups. They make it easy for you to choose your favorite chocolate – dark (vegan) or milk. They are also gluten-free, NON-GMO and full of flavor. BONUS: They now come in packs of ten, making them perfect for trick-or-treaters.
Not-so-scary Cookie
If cookies are your weakness, then check out gluten-free treats from Ginny Bakes. This Miami-based bakery specializes in non-gmo, organic and gluten-free treats that are to live for! GMO foods have been found to have a negative effect on health and gluten protein can be very hard to digest. These rich, sweet and crunchy cookies come is small, portion-control packs that are easy to give away as treats.
High-nutrient Treats
If you don’t know whether or not you will get any trick-or-treaters at your door and want to make sure that no sweets go to waste in case no one shows up, then stock up on Shanti Minis. Shanti is a local Miami company that offers a line of delicious protein bars that now come mini sizes. Their mini bars are perfect for Halloween and make terrific snacks for any day of the year.
