We’re not sure if you’ve noticed, but we’re kind of big into
brownies at GL HQ. That’s why we were totally psyched when
Kashi sent us a box of their latest product to try. The chocolate-flavored
Soft-Baked Squares arrived looking
perfectly delish. So of course, we ripped open the box, divvied them up and
gave ‘em a try.
The reaction? Pretty tasty. It’s important to note that
these babies aren’t brownies—Kashi is
pretty careful to call them “soft-baked squares”. So if you’re looking for a
healthier version of your favorite ooey-gooey treat, you might find these a
little lacking. But if you are on the hunt for a yummy afternoon snack, you
might just have struck munchy gold.
The squares are the perfect on-the-go size, not too messy or
crumbly and packaged to slip into your bag—maybe a little too convenient! They’re not super chocolate-y, but are flavored
with real, agave and cocoa, giving the bars a really wholesome, all-natural and
not-too-sweet taste. Nothing artificial here!
These babies are packed with good-for-you ingredients, like
whole grains, sweet potatoes and beans. One serving (that’d be one square)
gives ya 17 percent of your daily fiber plus a smidge of protein and iron, and
a hearty helping of Vitamin A. While they do
contain 6 g of fat and 8 percent of your daily carbs, we’re certifying them as
an A-OK snack.
We have just a few complaints: A little bit more chocolate
would have made the bars more satisfying to the sweet tooth. And the
ingredients list include peanut and almond flour, which makes these bars a
total no-no for one of our staff members who is allergic to nuts. While we’d
understand if the bars were also gluten free, maybe, but they aren’t.
Are you a Kashi fan?
Tell us your favorite product in the comments, cuties!
BY BRITTANY TAYLOR ON 6/28/2012 12:00:00 AM
POSTED IN healthy eating 101, how to cut out junk food, we tried it