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Don’t sleep on Target’s snack aisle!
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Believe it or not, Target has a stellar snack section that’s worth checking out on your next shopping trip. The national retailer may still sell socks, patio furniture, and just about everything in between, but Target has slowly but steadily been making big moves in the grocery space over the past few years. The Minnesota-based company debuted its in-house Good & Gather brand in 2019, and the label now sells more than 2,000 items, including premium food and beverage products like pastas, pizzas and snacks. Another in-house brand, Favorite Day, launched in 2021 focusing solely on food and beverages. The label includes more than 700 high-quality products across bakery, snacks, candy, premium ice cream, beverage mixers, and mocktails.
In other words, Target has stepped up its game when it comes to groceries, especially snacks. Some of our favorite Target snacks include the Monster Trail Mix, Organic Veggie Tortilla Chips, and more. Keep reading for more sweet and savory Target treats that are worth stocking up on!
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Organic Olive Oil & Himalayan Salt Popcorn
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Popcorn is one of the healthiest snacks you can buy, because it’s satisfying while being low in calories. This version is flavored with pink Himalayan salt and heart-healthy olive oil, but it’s not too salty. Made without the use of any artificial flavors or preservatives, this is one snack you can feel good about enjoying over and over again.
Monster Trail Mix
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This packed trail mix is made with peanuts, M&M’s, milk chocolate candies, raisins, milk chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips. While it’s a tad heavy on the sweet stuff, the contrast between the nuts and the chocolate can’t be beat. Snack on a handful after a workout, or bring some of this tasty trail mix along on your next hike for an energy boost.
Red Pepper Hummus
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Whether you pair it with fresh vegetables or crackers, hummus is a stellar snack. Target sells several different flavors of hummus, but we’re partial to this red pepper variety because it adds nutrients like lycopene and vitamin C to the mix. Shoppers love this choice too, with many noting that the hummus tastes just as good (if not better) than similar products from name brands.
Navel Oranges
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Who doesn’t love to snack on an orange every now and again? Fresh produce can be pricey, but Target sells a 4-pound bag of navel oranges for less than $6. The bold fruits are grown in the United States, which means they likely haven’t traveled too far to get to you. Plus, the oranges are sold fresh and read-to-eat, making them the ideal snack or school lunch accompaniment. When storing any leftover oranges, pop the ripest ones in the refrigerator in something breathable. This will keep them fresh for several weeks.
Organic Whole Grain Strawberry Fruit & Grain Bars
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Like a Fig Newton, but better, these organic snack bars are made with ingredients such as whole rolled oats, agave nectar, and strawberry puree. If you’re not a strawberry fan, you can rest assured that these healthy bars come in a variety of flavors. No matter what flavor you choose, we suggest snacking on one of these to avoid the dreaded mid-afternoon slump.
Organic Veggie Tortilla Chips
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Not only are these tortilla chips colorful and tasty, they’re also made with healthy ingredients so you can level up your snack game. More specifically, these salty treats are made with organic corn, as well as carrot powder, tomato powder, red beet powder, and spinach powder. Eat ‘em solo, or enjoy them with homemade salsa or guacamole. The choice is yours!
Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds
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Almonds are an excellent snack choice on account of their stellar protein, fiber, and healthy fat content. However, a handful of plain almonds isn’t exactly the most exciting option for a nosh. Enter these Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds from Target, which have hundreds of five-star reviews from shoppers. As the name implies, each sizable almond is encased in a rich dark chocolate coating, yielding an indulgent snack (with health benefits!) that you’ll want to reach for again and again.
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Tzatziki Yogurt Dip
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Sure, you can make this dip on your own, but if you’d rather not put so much effort into snack time, this is a great option to buy. It’s made with a combination of yogurt and sour cream, and flavored with garlic, dill, and cucumber pieces that add freshness and crunch. Shoppers love that this dip is smooth, creamy, and delicious when paired with pita chips, fresh veggies, or even lamb burgers.
Pink Himalayan Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Bar
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With a price tag of just $2.49, this chocolate bar is a fraction of the price of similar products from name brands. It’s got a rich dark chocolate base that’s studded with flecks of pink Himalayan sea salt, for a sweet and savory balance that’s utterly satisfying. As a Target shopper put it: “I found it perfectly chocolatey with a creamy mouthfeel and just the right amount of salt evenly distributed in very tiny crystals. Quality-wise, I'd put this up against bars from big names costing nearly twice as much.” How’s that for a ringing endorsement?
Dill Pickle Cashews
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If there’s one flavor that’s having a moment, it’s dill pickle. Trader Joe’s has its dill pickle-flavored popcorn—dubbed Popcorn In a Pickle—and Target has cashews smothered in natural dill pickle seasoning. If you’re a pickle fan, the juxtaposition between buttery cashews and tangy pickle flavors is something to behold. Shoppers love that the cashews are seasoned just right.
Prosciutto, Fontina Cheese Sliced, Long Cracker Crisps
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Close your eyes while eating these prosciutto and cheese snacks and you might just think you’re in Italy. Each snack pack comes with several thin pieces of prosciutto, slices of fontina cheese, and a few long cracker crisps. Fix yourself a few prosciutto and cheese-topped crackers as a snack, or pop everything on a cheese board the next time you have guests over.
Strawberry Mango Fruit Strips
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If you liked Fruit Roll-Ups as a kid, you”re going to want to pick up a box of these tropically flavored Strawberry Mango Fruit Strips. Each one is naturally flavored and made with a mix of healthy fruit and vegetable juices, with just a little bit of added sugar. Shoppers love that these fruit snacks are sweet but not too sweet, and are individually wrapped so you can enjoy them on the go.
Antioxidant Trail Mix
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This nutritious trail mix has hundreds of five-star reviews, and for good reason. Each bag contains antioxidant-rich ingredients such as dried cranberries, almonds, pepitas, dried blueberries, dark chocolate chips, and cashews, yielding a healthy snack that’s nearly equal parts sweet and savory. “Wish they made this in a larger size,” mused one satisfied shopper.
Colby Jack Cheese Snack Bars
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Everyone loves a cheese snack, and these small but scrumptious treats are no exception. Each one is a combination of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, which means they pack plenty of flavor in just a small piece. The savory cheese is individually wrapped in little bars, which makes it easy to travel with or pack in a lunch.
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Cashews, Cherry and Almonds with Cocoa Drizzle Mini Fruit & Nut Bars
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There are dozens of fruit and nut bars on the market, but even in a crowded space these stand out. They’re mini (perfect for snacking!) and boast plenty of balanced flavors courtesy of a combination of cashews, dried cherries, almonds, and a drizzle of chocolate. “Best little snacks I’ve ever eaten,” one shopper declared.
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