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10 Low-Sugar and Sugar-Free Snacks That Taste Great

From candy and cookies to protein bars and cereal, this list covers it all.

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From candy and cookies to protein bars and cereal, this list covers it all.

We love sugar just as much as the next person, but if you’ve ever eaten too many sweets in a day, you’d know it’s not a great feeling. You’re all jittery one second and super sleepy the next. Ever heard the term “sugar crash?” Yeah, that’s the feeling. Well, whether you’re looking to cut down your sugar intake for personal reasons or medical needs, we’re here for you! To make your life easier, we’ve created this list of 10 low-sugar and sugar-free snacks that taste great.

Purely Sprouted Nut Mixes

Are you looking for a nut mix that actually tastes good? Enter: Purely Sprouted’s vegan, non-GMO Sprouted Mixes. Known as “Nature’s Sprouted Super Snack,” these mixes boast a satisfying crunchy blend of sprouted nuts, seeds, and more. Because the nuts and seeds are sprouted, they offer more nutrients in a more digestible, absorbable format for your body. Try the delectable flavors of Apple Cinnamon, Black Pepper & Sea Salt, Chilli & Black Pepper, Chili Lime & Sea Salt, Garden Herb, Orange Ginger, Smoked Sea Salt, and Sweet & Salty. Each variety contains 7g or less of sugar!

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BHU Foods Protein Cookies

Meet BHU Foods’ newest launch—Protein Cookies! Made with organic pea protein, monk fruit, and other simple ingredients, these better-for-you cookies come in at 10-12g of protein and 1-2g of sugar per serving. So whether you’re looking for a healthier dessert alternative or a way to get in more protein, these Chocolate Chip, Double Dark Chocolate, and Peanut Butter White Chocolate-flavored cookies are the solution.

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Three Wishes Cereal

Meet your new favorite low-sugar alternative to the nostalgic breakfast staple, cereal! Using chickpeas as a base, with a few other simple ingredients (like monk fruit), Three Wishes makes delicious vegan, gluten-free cereal that ranges from 0-3g of sugar per serving.

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No Cow Vegan Protein Bars

With just 1g of sugar, 20-22g of protein, and 13-18g of fiber per serving, No Cow makes some of the cleanest vegan protein bars on the market! All of the drool-worthy flavors—including Birthday Cake, S’mores, Sticky Cinnamon Roll, Blueberry Cobbler, and more—are vegan, gluten-free, kosher, and soy-free.

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GoodSam Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Looking for a vegan, low-sugar alternative to Reese’s? GoodSam to the rescue! This sustainable vegan snack brand offers a variety of goodies that are organic, fair trade, and regeneratively grown. Their Peanut Butter Cups, which contain less than 1g of sugar per serving, give off the same nostalgic chocolate vibes without all of the harmful ingredients or added sugars!

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Joyride Gummies

Most gummy candy is not only loaded with unnecessary sugar but also contains gelatin, which is an animal derivative. At Joyride, those worries are a thing of the past. This brand makes a plethora of fruity, sour, chewy, and delicious candies that are vegan, low-sugar, low-calorie, and high-fiber. From Sour Gummy Worms and Berry Gummy Guppies to Peachy Mango Rings and Red Licorice Twists, Joyride has all of the iconic childhood candies covered.

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Munk Pack Keto Granola Bars

From road trips and hikes to workdays and school lunches, Munk Pack’s Keto Granola Bars always come in handy! The bars feature a chewy consistency and delicious flavors ranging from Coconut Cocoa Chip to Blueberry Almond Vanilla! Ringing in at 1g of sugar and 2-3g net carbs per serving, Munk Pack bars show up Quaker Chewy bars on all levels.

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ChocZero Dark Chocolate Coconut Keto Bark

Something about the combination of chocolate and coconut does magical things for us. If you feel the same way, you’ll love ChocZero’s Dark Chocolate Coconut Keto Bark! These vegan, sugar-free pieces of chocolaty goodness are the perfect midday treat. While you’re at it, check out ChocZero’s other vegan dark chocolates, jams, and syrups.

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SmartSweets Vegan Gummies

Whether it’s Halloween, Easter, or movie night, SmartSweets’ candy always comes in clutch! Their Sweet Fish, Sour Blast Buddies, Peach Rings, Sourmelon Bites, Cola Gummies, Red Twists, and Lollipops are all vegan, low in sugar, and high in fiber. The Sourmelon Bites are a top pick of ours. They’re watermelon flavored, come in a cute shape and fun colors, and taste amazing—need we say more?

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Lakanto Keto Granola

Some granola can be deceiving when it comes to the amount of sugar added. Lakanto’s Keto Granola is a wonderful sugar-free take on the crunchy snack in Berry, Cinnamon Almond, Chocolate, and Peanut Butter varieties. Whether you add some to the top of a parfait, mix it into a smoothie bowl, toss on a stack of pancakes, or just eat it straight out of the bag, that’s your business!

Lakanto vegan granola

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When Allie responded to an Instagram post on @vegoutlosangeles a few years ago, she had no idea she’d join the coolest vegan team on the planet. An Austin native, actress, yogi, and part-time sword fighter (don’t ask!), Allie is on a mission to live her best life and inspire others to do the same. She graduated from Hussian College In Studio with a B.F.A. in Contemporary Musical Theatre + Film and currently acts, writes, and eats her way through Los Angeles.

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