Snack Bar, Vol. 16: Fall Flavors

Aloha makes some of my personal favorite snack bars; they’re soft and chewy (not a mess of crumbs), and just sweet enough. The brand’s newest flavor for fall, Pumpkin Spice will satisfy your craving for a pumpkiny dessert without a total sugar rush. Also be on the lookout for Aloha’s Maple Sea Salt and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip if you’re not a pumpkin person.

This gently spiced sparkling water offers cozy, warming flavors in a chilled and bubbly sip. It’s only here for a short time, so be sure to try it–and it’s lovely on its own, but makes an especially great mixer for a cozy cocktail.

We love a sweet and salty crunchy snack, and this popcorn lightly coated with pumpkin pie spice and a tangy-sweet cream cheese drizzle hits the perfect balance. This is the pumpkin-flavored snack for the PSL skeptics.

If you’re a Daily Harvest subscriber (or you’re looking for an excuse to try out the service), be sure to add this seasonal drink mix to your box. This latte powder is made with real kabocha squash puree, organic maple syrup for sweetness that’s not cloying, and organic spices (you bring the coffee).

The veggie burger masters at Dr. Praeger’s have nailed the cozy fall meat-free dinner. These sliders cook up so they’re crunchy and crisp on the outside with a fluffy, sweet filling. Keep a stash in the freezer for an instant game-day snack.

Yes, even the pickle aisle is getting a taste of fall flavors this year. These sweet and tangy slices are spiked with earthy ginger and juicy apples for a bright, acidic, and crisp snack. They’re especially great for bringing a touch of sweetness and crunch to your sandwich or backyard burger.

These crunchy little puffed crisps are made with organic brown rice sweetened with cane and maple sugar with a generous coating of tart apple and cinnamon flavors. They’re bite-sized and great for dipping in melted chocolate or nut butter for a crunchy treat.

If you’re looking for a light seasonal popcorn, this creative combo from Lesser Evil is an all-around winner. The pumpkin spice-coated kernels are tossed with a few sweeter, crunchier kernels that satisfy your sweet tooth without a sugar overload.

Whole Foods 365 Brand is getting in on the fall snack offerings with these bite-sized dark chocolate cups filled with apple-flavored almond butter and gooey caramel. Like a fruity twist on Reeses cups, these feel sophisticated and seasonal—an ideal afternoon pick-me-up or allergy-friendly lunchbox treat.

Overnight oats have been a popular landing ground for fall spices for years, but now you don’t need to prep them yourself. Brekki makes ready-to-eat, portable oatmeal cups that are wonderfully creamy, lightly sweet and great for an on-the-go breakfast, especially if you’re spooning the brand’s newest Pumpkin Spice flavor on a crisp fall morning.

You’ve had tortilla chips; you’ve probably had sweet potato chips, and now the two have become one. Food Should Taste Good’s fall launch brings a touch of sweetness to your chips and guac situation. They’re lightly salted and taste just like earthy sweet potatoes. While you’re at it, why not go all-in and pair them with some of that Cedar’s hommus?

Even your pantry staples like cooking oil can get in on the pumpkin spice action. Chosen Foods’ newest offering is mild avocado oil spiced with a hint of that PS magic. Avocado oil has a high smoke point, so you could sear a steak if you’re a hard-core pumpkin spice fan, or you could bake up a lovely pumpkin bread or add the oil to pancakes for double the pumpkin flavor.

We all know there are a million ways to get pumpkin spice flavor in your morning joe; but apple pie is just as cozy and fall-core, and Elmhurst is delivering that freshly baked flavor as a rich dairy-free creamer this season.

Make your own twist on a trendy PSL right at home with these gently spiced coffee beans. They’re lightly flavored with cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg before roasting for a morning drink that’s far from basic (and will make your house smell like a fancy coffee shop).

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream consistently wows with innovative flavor launches, and this season’s newest drop pairs favorite fall ingredients with unexpected upgrades. Look for Bay Leaf Cheesecake, Sweet Potato Marshmallow Praline, Pumpkin Seed & Rye Cookie, and Miso Butterscotch Brownie in the freezer aisle.

These are not the toaster pastries of your childhood. Ghetto Gastro offers a modern take on the treats we used to beg our parents for. These pastries are hefty, substantial, and jam-packed with rich, gooey sweet potato filling that will tide you over until Thanksgiving’s pie.

For those of you who can’t indulge in the dairy-packed pints from Jeni’s, Miyoko’s Creamery has something new and plant-based you’ll love. This sweet compound butter is made from oat milk, brown sugar, and cinnamon—the perfect topping for a slice of morning toast.

Now you can eat your PSL and chocolate too. This stunning bar from Compartes looks like a piece of art and tastes like an elevated, mocha-influenced version of your favorite coffee order for the season. The milk chocolate is soft and sweet, and there’s plenty of warming spices in every bite.

If you prefer your fall drinks chilled and bubbly, you’ll love this sparkling high-fiber can from OLIPOP. The brand’s sweet Crisp Apple flavor is perfect for warmer fall days, and each can contains just 5 grams of sugar and a whopping 9 grams of dietary fiber–this is NOT your typical soda.

Malk is making creamy and rich pumpkin-spiced drinks accessible to non-dairy girlies, too. This thick and gum-free almond milk is cinnamony, spiked with a touch of vanilla, and sweetened with organic coconut sugar.

If you love the thin, crisp crunch that Tate’s Bake Shop is known for, you’ll have to try the brand’s seasonal special: pumpkin cookies packed with creamy white chocolate chips. I’d love to try using these as a base for pumpkin pie instead of crushed graham crackers–yum!