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The Kids' Healthy Food Awards
Expert picks of the most healthy meal options and snacks for kids
Michael KrausSnack Stars
CLIF Kid ZBar Iced Oatmeal CookieDrop two in your bag when you head out to the playground because you won't want to share—trust us!
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Courtesy of the manufacturerPudding cup
JELL-O Chocolate Fat-Free Pudding SnacksThe proof is, er, in the pudding. Even though it's made with skim milk, this creamy, fudge-like cup tastes like the real deal.
Courtesy of the manufacturerFruit pop
Whole Foods Market 365 Everyday Value Strawberry Frozen Fruit BarBursting with chunks of real fruit, this pop star is tops in the frozen-dessert section.
Courtesy of the manufacturerDried fruit
Peeled SnacksNext time you're at Starbucks and your kid is clamoring for a treat, reach for a bag of this organic dried fruit that will
Courtesy of the manufacturerFresh fruit
Earthbound Farms Organic Dippin' DoublesIt's what you would make for your kid's snack if you had time: fresh apple slices with a vanilla yogurt dip.
Courtesy of the manufacturerChips
Food Should Taste Good Original Sweet Potato ChipsSweet, salty and crunchy usually equals unhealthy. Not here. You get all three, plus loads of vitamin A.
Michael KrausCereal
General Mills Multi-Grain Cheerios Peanut ButterThis breakfast powerhouse (16 grams of whole grains per serving) gets a fresh kid-friendly peanut butter–flavor makeover.
Courtesy of the manufacturerInstant oatmeal
Kashi GOLEAN Hot Cereal Hearty Honey & CinnamonThese hearty spoonfuls have just a touch of honey, so you can feel good about serving it to the kiddos.
Courtesy of the manufacturerBagel
Thomas' 100% Whole Wheat Bagel ThinsThese bread ends are perfect paired with everything from cream cheese and fruit to scrambled eggs.
Courtesy of the manufacturerWaffle
Nature's Path Organic Ancient Grains 9 Grains & HoneyThis thick, fluffy waffle has a slightly sweet nutty flavor, plus five grams of fiber to keep tummies full longer.
Courtesy of the manufacturerYogurt
Chobani Champions in Orange VanillaThis Greek goddess is made with real fruit and has the right mix of sweet and tart that will remind kids of an orange Creamsicle pop.
Courtesy of the manufacturerPasta
Barilla PlusAn easy way to get your family to love whole-wheat pasta: It tastes like regular noodles, with a healthy boost of fiber and protein.
Courtesy of the manufacturerPasta sauce
Classico Tomato & Basil SauceThis supermarket staple tastes about as close to homemade as you can get.
Courtesy of the manufacturerFrozen pizza
Newman's Own Margherita Thin & Crispy PizzaCheaper (and healthier) than delivery, make it a pizza-party night with this wholesome pie that features a multigrain crust and plenty of cheese.
Courtesy of the manufacturerChicken nugget
Applegate Naturals Chicken NuggetsIf you can't make your own, these all-natural nibbles are a close second. And they come in a family-size bag.
Courtesy of the manufacturerGrilled chicken
Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken Breast StripsSoccer practice ran late? Keep these versatile strips on hand to whip up stir-fries or quesadillas in a snap.
Courtesy of the manufacturerFrench fries
Alexia Crinkle Cut Sweet Potato FriesHealthy fries? You bet! These lightly seasoned sweet potato fingers taste better than any fast-food spud.
Michael KrausFruit spread
Welch's Natural Strawberry & Grape SpreadsA perfect match for our PB winner, this juicy jelly is missing the one ingredient your kids can do without—high-fructose corn syrup.
Courtesy of the manufacturerSliced cheese
Organic Valley American Cheese SinglesWhether it's for a turkey-and-cheese or gooey grilled cheese, these unprocessed slices are sure to please.
Courtesy of the manufacturerTurkey deli meat
Oscar Mayer Selects Slow Roasted Turkey BreastThis preservative-free sandwich staple comes in nine-ounce packs, so you can skip the deli counter.
Courtesy of the manufacturerJuice box
Odwalla Fruit Smoothies for KidsSlightly thicker than your average juice, each box contains real fruit purees—strawberries, bananas or peaches.
Courtesy of the manufacturerPeanut butter
Smucker's Natural CreamySpread the word: Peanut butter should have only two ingredients—peanuts and salt, say our nutrition experts. This fits the bill.
Courtesy of the manufacturerSandwich bread
Arnold's Health-full 10 Grain BreadWhen roaming the endless bread aisle, look for whole grains and at least three grams of fiber. This loaf delivers the goods.
Courtesy of the manufacturerBreakfast
Earth's Best Fruit & Grain Puree Pouches
These puree blends of organic fruit and whole grains for babies 6 months and up let tots feed themselves.
Courtesy of the manufacturerLunch
Happy Tot Toddler Meal BowlsJust like your Lean Cuisines! Pop these organic meals in the microwave for 30 seconds for a balanced meal packed with protein.
Courtesy of the manufacturerSnack
Gerber Graduates Blueberry PuffsThis finger-food fave gets a new flavor profile, chock-full of whole grains, iron and other important nutrients for growing bodies.
Courtesy of the manufacturerDinner
Sprout Organic Toddler MealsMade with whole grains and 100% organic ingredients, Tyler Florence's mini-me meals are so delicious, we're hoping for a line of adult food down the road.
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