A few weeks ago, SomerSaults Snack Co sent me an incredible package in the mail. They’d contacted me a couple of weeks before that, asking if I’d wanted to try some of their Sunflower Seed Snacks and write about what I thought of them. When I looked at their nutritionals, especially their fiber content, I said I’d love to.
When I opened the box and saw these happy colors and the care with which it had been put together, I was really impressed.
The blogger sample they’d sent me included all of their varieties: cinnamon crunch, santa fe salsa, pacific sea salt, salty pepper, and dutch cocoa. They’d also sent me large 60z bags, as well as two different sizes (1oz and 2oz) of individual snack packs. I couldn’t believe how generous they’d been in sending me all of the snacks to try! (Several weeks later, I still have some of these snacks in my pantry).
Since it was afternoon, and I was in the mood for something savory, I went for the Santa Fe Salsa first.
How cute is the cowboy on the bag?
A serving size is 14 snacks. 
Those totals are really great, especially for someone like me who is trying to get as much protein in as I can. I also really like how much fiber a serving size has.
The nuggets are really substantial, and I have to say, after eating 14 of them, I was really full! They’re really satisfying, and make a perfect after-school/3pm snack.
The Santa Fe Salsa were slightly spicy (I LOVE spicy food, so the more spice, the better), and I could definitely taste the jalapeno and chile. To be honest, after tasting the other flavors, these were actually the flavor I’d be least likely to purchase, but that says more about how much I liked the other flavors.
The dutch cocoa were delicious and just the right amount of chocolate, without being overly sweet. I would pop 5-7 of these as an after dinner snack that completely satisfied my sweet tooth. For people who sometimes crave a bit of sweet in the afternoon, these would be perfect.
The salty pepper were one of my favorites because they have it all – a bit of spice, a bit of salt, and lots of nutty goodness. I enjoyed these so much that I’ll be keeping these in my pantry for regular snacking.
The pacific sea salt were hearty, and would be a great accompaniment to a piece of string cheese for a snack. One day I was rushing out of the house without much time to prepare lunch, so I grabbed a bag of these and had them with 2 hard boiled eggs, and for me, that was the perfect meal. I shared these with my dad one afternoon, and he really liked them, too.
The cinnamon crunch were, by far, my favorite of all the snacks. I’ll definitely be re-purchasing these. They remind me of graham crackers, but these taste so much better. The heartiness of the seeds adds so much texture to the sweetness of the cinnamon. These were a great snack when I was craving sweets, and I liked that they weren’t bad for me as so many other sweet snacks are. In fact, the fiber in these actually enhanced my diet.
One of the things I really like about the Somersault Snack Co is that they’re based locally in the Bay Area, in Sausalito, CA, which is about 20 minutes north of San Francisco. Their whole approach is fun and light, and I like that.
The snacks are available at lots of retailers, including Target and Whole Foods, but they’re also at lots of supermarkets. The cost is fairly pricey at $4 per 6oz bag, but I loved these snacks so much that I’d definitely spend the money. Plus, for me, one 6oz bag lasts quite a while.
My recommendation? Buy them. They are a wholesome, hearty snack that will definitely keep you satisfied for a few hours. They’ve found a permanent spot on my shopping list.
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