Updated From A Previous Post on 9/2019

Honestly, who doesn’t love a crunchy snack? I, personally, need a little crunch especially in the afternoon or during movie night. Certain members of my family love digging into snacks late at night. While we all know that whole foods are the best foods, sometimes carrots sticks and salted nuts just will not cut it. That’s okay as long as we are not indulging ALL the time! Having teenagers in the house also means compromising from time to time and letting them have their favorite snacks too (yes, that means things like Cheez-Its, potato chips and Doritos). As a general rule, though, my goal is to find that balance between healthy and tasty and that’s not always easy, but it is getting easier. Innovative snack companies are getting very creative with healthier ingredients and I’m always game for trying the newest product. Added bonus: All of my suggestions are gluten free! If you love to spend time in the kitchen, there are tons of recipes for homemade snacks and the beauty is that YOU get to choose and control the ingredients. Just think of all the things you can do with popcorn alone? For ideas check out this fun list of snack recipes from Eating Well.

Healthier Gluten Free Crunchy Snacks I’m Loving

Siete Dairy Free Nacho Grain Free Chips - Siete has to be one of my favorite (newish) snack companies and these chips are at the top of my list. They are so light and crispy and I can’t even tell they are dairy free. The ingredients are simple and easy to recognize. I love Siete because they are allergy conscious but they also like to make sure they’re products taste good. You can by through Whole Foods or directly from the Siete website.

Siete Churro Strips - If you’re looking for a sweet, light and crispy instead of salty these are the way to go. That classic combination of cinnamon and sugar is so comforting and satisfying. Siete also adds a touch of vanilla bean for maximum yumminess. They stick to their classic grain-free recipe so gluten sensitive or allergic individuals can enjoy too! Eat out of the bag or dip in caramel or chocolate sauce. Wow!! Buy directly from the Siete website or from other health food retailers like Whole Foods.

Terra BBQ Sweet Potato Chips - Terra is one of my favorite brands for root vegetable chips. I’ve been eating their salted sweet potato chips for years but I bought the BBQ version just to try and loved them! It definitely satisfies that sweet and salty craving and you still get that hearty flavor of the sweet potato coming through. A winner for sure! You can buy on Amazon or look for them in your own local grocery store.

Vegan Rob’s Dragon Puffs - If you like spicy and crunchy then this is your snack! I like these a lot; they strike that perfect balance between spicy, sweet and salty. The texture is light and crispy. They are fully gluten free and, of course, vegan. I’m relatively new to the Vegan Rob’s brand and I am looking forward to trying some of the other products they offer including their popcorn, crisps and other puff flavors! I found these at my local supermarket but you can also buy online.

Simple Mills Crunchy Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies - I’m a sucker for a cookie especially warm and gooey right out of the oven. Cookies are my weakness. Nope, these are not those kind of cookies but when I want a sweet treat, these definitely help satisfy my sweet tooth. They have a very nice crunchy texture and are not overly sweet. I like that they’re made with a special nut and seed blend flour and other simple ingredients. Look for Simple Mills in your local grocery store or buy directly from them online.

Simple Mills Farmhouse Cheddar Almond Crackers - Okay, there is no replacement for Cheez-Its but if you’re looking for a healthier, grain and gluten free version of a cheese cracker these might be your thing. They are good alone or with a dip or topping (more cheese?). Made with Simple Mills nut and seed blend flour along with other simple ingredients. I’ve found all Simple Mills products at Whole Foods but you can also buy directly from them online.

Quinn Gluten Free Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels - Pretzels and peanut butter all wrapped into one. Need I say more? These are delicious and gluten free with a blend of sorghum and cassava flour instead of wheat flour. I like these because they are very satisfying and you don’t have to eat too many to fill you up. Buy online or use the Quinn Snacks website to find a local retailer.