Nature Valley has some new products on the market that I thought my readers might want to know more about.
Nature Valley sent me a couple of samples of their new products to review.
The new Nature Valley Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares are made with 100% natural grain oats. They are available in two yummy flavors – Cinnamon Brown Sugar and Peanut Butter. I could not wait to try the peanut butter.
The new soft-baked squares are the perfect size for snacking. It’s just enough to satisfy your cravings. Each one is individually packaged making them and ideal on-the-go snack.
I read the ingredients on both packages and I don’t see anything that I can’t pronounce or understand what it is. They contain things like whole grain oats, whole grain wheat, brown sugar, canola oil, baking soda, water and other ingredients.
The peanut butter flavor is totally delicious. I love peanut butter and I was very pleased with the peanut butter square.
The Cinnamon Brown Sugar reminds me of a cinnamon bun. My husband goes crazy for cinnamon buns. I let him try one of the squares and he was very impressed. He said he could easily swap out a regular cinnamon bun with one of the Nature Valley Soft-Baked Oatmeal Square. He even suggested that the next time we have the Cinnamon Brown Sugar flavor that we try warming it in the microwave for a few seconds.
Compared to an actual cinnamon bun the oatmeal square is a better-for-you option.
In addition to the new Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares, Nature Valley also has available Protein Granola. This loose, bagged granola product has 10 grams of protein and at least 23 grams of whole grains per serving. It’s available in two flavors – Oats ‘n Honey and Oats ‘n Dark Chocolate.
We have the Oats ‘n Honey variety. My daughter cannot get enough of it. She eats it straight from the bag (she pours some in her hand) or she puts some in a bowl and eats it with a spoon like a regular cereal. She’s already asking me to get more and we still have a full package left (we received two bags of the Oats n’ Honey to review). I won’t tell her about the Oats ‘n Dark Chocolate variety because she’ll want me to go to the store NOW to get that.
I have tried the granola too. Oh my! It’s very good. It doesn’t mention it on the bag but I can taste a bit of vanilla in the granola too. Or at least that is how it tastes in my opinion.
I haven’t tried it yet but I can easily see me adding this on top of ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal and even salad. It’s also perfect “as is”. You can truly enjoy this straight out of the bag. I know my daughter sure has.
My daughter wants to make peanut butter balls with this granola. I’m very tempted to try that. Then again I love peanut butter and this granola is delicious so I might end up eating them all by myself. 🙂
If you are looking for some healthy recipe ideas, check these out.
Crunchy Granola French Toast
- Whole wheat bread coated in an egg mixture and dipped in the Nature Valley Oats ‘n Honey Protein Granola before cooking.
Chocolate and Toasted Coconut Yogurt Bowl
- Nature Valley Oats ‘n Chocolate Protein Granola, toasted coconut, Yoplait Greek coconut yogurt and fresh fruit, such as blueberries or blackberries
White Chocolate Banana Granola Pops
- Half a banana on a wooden craft stick, covered in creamy peanut butter and dipped in white chocolate; topped with Nature Valley Oats ‘n Honey Protein Granola
If you find that you need a “pick-me-up” late in the afternoon, or find yourself at the vending machine often I would recommend putting some of this granola in snack size Ziploc bags and keeping a few in your desk drawer. That way you can curve your appetite and sweet tooth at the same time and eat something that provides you with protein and whole grains – unlike a bag of chips or a candy bar would.
Look for these new products from Nature Valley on a store shelf near you.
For more information about Nature Valley products visit www.NatureValley.com. You can also find the brand on Facebook and Twitter.
Kimberly
*Nature Valley provided me with the information and product. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.
Sandy VanHoey says
I need to pick some of these up, especially the cinnamon brown sugar oatmeal ones.
Carolyn M says
This is my “go to” food whenever we are rushing to get something to eat at home! Excellent review!
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
This is my first time seeing these products. Nature Valley crunchy granola bars are one of my favorite snacks. I can’t wait to try these products.
Sarah L says
Peanut butter and no bad ingredients: have to get me some soon!
JRFrugalMom says
I have a coupon for the Nature Valley Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares, and I am just waiting for a great sale. I cannot wait to give them a try, as I love Nature Valley products.
Sherrie C. says
Yum! The Cinnamon Brown Sugar Oatmeal Squares would make a really good snack right now and don’t even get me started on the Granola. I love Granola and the Chocolate and Toasted Coconut Yogurt Bowl Granola recipe is making my mouth water. I might have to run to the store after this post 🙂
Anne says
We nearly always have a box of Nature Valley crunchy granola bars on hand in our house. They’re so handy when you need to grab a snack on the go. Thanks for the heads-up about NV’s new products–they sure look good!
md kennedy says
The protein granola sounds awesome! I’ve also tried Nature Valley’s new protein granola bars and they are yummy, too.
Robin Wilson says
I send one of their granola bars and a piece of fruit with my hubby every morning that eat is in a rush and doesn’t have time for breakfast. We love them. I am so glad to see they have come out with these. I love the sound of the cinnamon cookie!
Mandy says
Oooh, these look yummy!
Kate F. says
I’d love to try the soft baked oatmeal squares – they sound delicious!
rochelle haynes says
I need to pick some of these up, especially the cinnamon brown sugar oatmeal ones.
courtney b says
I love crunchy granola on everything! especially in my yogurt….
Susan Smith says
The Cinnamon Brown Sugar soft baled oatmeal squares sound yummy. These would be great to take with me and eat on the go for snacks or breakfast.
rochelle haynes says
This is my “go to” food whenever we are rushing to get something to eat at home! Excellent reviw
Maryann D. says
These look like healthy terrific products to try. I am always looking for convenient breakfast items to take to work.