Stefani Sassos

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Stefani Sassos |Alyssa Jung

Granola and cereal are pantry favorites thanks to their convenience as a quick and easy snack or breakfast topper. But not all are created equal, which is why our judges and taste testers evaluated dozens for our annual Good Housekeeping Best Snack Awards. Our winners strike the perfect balance between fantastic flavor, satisfying crunch and quality ingredients. These top-tier picks are made with everything from nuts and seeds to oats and ancient grains.

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Stefani Sassos |Alyssa Jung

Protein is the macronutrient of the moment and a great go-to whether you're fueling up post-workout or in the middle of the workday. This year's high-protein winners in Good Housekeeping's Best Snack Awards don't disappoint. We tested everything from savory jerky and bold flavors of canned tuna to soothing bone broth to find the best options full of flavor and quality ingredients.

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Stefani Sassos |Alyssa Jung

When it comes to keeping your family healthy and energized, don’t roll the dice with just any snacks. Strategize a day of balanced eating with choices that bring flavor and fun. For Good Housekeeping’s sixth annual Snack Awards, we nibbled our way through thousands of samples to find the best options on the shelf that excel in both nutrition and taste. Each snack is carefully assessed for flavor, nutritional value, ingredient quality, packaging, innovation and more.

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Stefani Sassos |Alyssa Jung

When it comes to smart snacking, nuts and seeds strike the perfect balance of flavor, nutrition and great crunch. These tiny powerhouses are loaded with the ultimate nutrition trifecta – healthy fats, filling fiber and plant-based protein. The winners of this year's Good Housekeeping Best Snack Awards shine a spotlight on some standout nuts, seeds and trail mixes that offer inventive flavors and wholesome ingredients.

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Stefani Sassos |Alyssa Jung

Produce is truly the hero of healthy snacking – from vibrant veggies to flavorful fruit, these nutritional gems are bursting with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and more. Our list of the best produce picks this year that garnered a Good Housekeeping Snack Award range from crave-worthy crispy peppers to delightfully sweet blackberries (plus dried varieties, too). Enjoy them by themselves or create a beautiful, nutritious entertaining platter for guests with these gorgeous fruits and veggies.