For children 12 months and up, LesserEvil is introducing Lil' Puffs, a line of chewable grain-free puffs made from upcyled watermelon and pumpkin seeds with coconut oil. The new snack puffs are free from sugar and are vegan, certified organic, Non-GMO Project verified and available in four varieties: Veggie Blend, Sweet Potato Apple, Non-Dairy Cheddar and Strawberry Beet.
The nourishing chewable snacks for kids are shaped into stars and the colorful packaging sets itself apart with a version of the brand's signature character who appears younger than usual.
The brand has always been passionate about making healthy, minimally processed snacks available to people of all ages, and as president and CEO Charles Coristine says, "Now everyone finally includes toddlers."
Kid-Friendly Grain-Free Puffs
LesserEvil's Lil' Puffs are Snackables for Toddlers 12 Months and Up
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