2025 Most Innovative New Product Awards
Savory Snacks
Product Submissions
| Exhibitor | Brand | Product | Innovation Statement | Price | Weight | Photo | Award |
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| Century Snacks – Snak Club | Snak Club | Ramen flavored Snack Mix | Skip the bowl—Snak Club’s Ramen Crunch Mix delivers that craveable ramen flavor any time of the day. Featuring crunchy ramen pieces, toasted corn, sesame sticks, nuts, soybeans & edamame, it’s a savory, craveable snack twist on a dinnertime favorite. Ramen lovers won’t want to miss this one! | $ 3.79 | 3.5 oz |  |  |
| POSHI | Poshi | Kosher Petite Dill Pickles | POSHI Petite Dill Pickles come in single-serve, liquid-free pouches, offering the perfect mess-free snack on the go. Firm, crisp, and bursting with flavor, they’re ready to enjoy straight from the pouch. They're shelf-stable and ready when you are, made with care to suit your snacking needs! | $ 1.99 | 2 oz |  |  |
| SPI West Port Inc. | Woodridge | Brussels Sprouts with Sticky Rice Chips - Sweet Thai Chili | A dynamic duo of Vacuum Fried Brussels Sprouts mixed with delicately crunchy Sticky Rice Chips! Savory, crispy, and utterly addictive, each bite bursts with the bold flavors of sweet Thai chili sauce with just the right touch of heat. It's gluten free, non-gmo, and vegan snack bursting with flavor. | $ 4.69 | 1.05 oz |  | |
| We Are Nuts | We Are Nuts | Blueberry Almond Granola | 3 Uniques. Handcrafted excellence- family sourced & small batch made. Unforgettable taste- impressionable snacks with extraordinary loyalty. Perfectly packaged- thoughtfully practical & disruptively merchandisable. Everyday protein filled snacking made for my kids healthy breakfast, loved by all! | $ 14.99 | 16 oz |  | |
| Wonderful Pistachios | Wonderful Pistachios | No Shells Dill Pickle 2.25oz | In a snacking pickle? Look no further! Dill Pickle Wonderful Pistachios No Shells are a delicious tangy mix of dill, vinegar, salt, and roasted pistachios. Ships in a case of 24 8ct cartons. | $ 4.49 | 2.25 oz |  | |
| Beanhut Corp. | Beanhut | Krispy Kalamari- Original Flavor | Introducing Krispy Kalamari: crispy, protein-rich snacks made with real calamari. Enjoy authentic restaurant-style taste in 3 delicious flavors (Original, Wasabi, Spicy Cajun) & convenient 3oz & 8oz packaging for on-the-go snacking. | $ 19.99 | 8 oz |  | |
| Blue Diamond Almonds | Blue Diamond Almonds | Honey Roasted Almonds And More | Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Honey Roasted almonds and cashews, with perfectly seasoned pistachios. Each almond and cashew is coated in a rich layer of honey and toasted to golden perfection, offering a deliciously sweet and subtly toasted snack. | $ 11.99 | 14 oz |  | |
| CAL Marketing | The Snak Yard | Quail Eggs Stew & Salt | Small but bold, our Salt-Baked & Stewed Quail Eggs are marinated, gently baked, and packed with rich umami flavor. Already peeled and ready to snack, they’re protein-packed bites for savory cravings—no peeling, no prep, just pure flavor anytime, anywhere. Grab-and-go has never tasted better. | $ 10.19 | 14.1 oz |  | |
| CAL Marketing | Tropical Fields | Trail Mix Crackers | Crunch into a delicious mix of savory and sweet with our Crispy Trail Mix Crackers. Made with roasted mung beans, golden cashews, sesame seeds, raisins, and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, they’re a wholesome, flavor-packed snack—perfect for the trail or a tasty pick-me-up anytime. | $ 6.95 | 12 oz |  | |
| Captain Danny | Captain Danny | (Corn-Free) Rice Popcorn - Salted Caramel | Ever tried popcorn without the corn? Meet Captain Danny Rice Popcorn—popped from 100% rice for a light, crunchy bite that’s even easier to digest. No kernels, no bloat. Our Salted Caramel flavor, made with just five ingredients, is already winning fans—starting with Costco Taiwan. | $ 5.99 | 4.2 oz |  | |
| Century Snacks – Snak Club | Snak Club | Hot Ones Tangy Chili Honey Roasted Peanuts | Snak Club turns up the heat with Hot Ones™! These Honey Roasted Peanuts bring sweet flavor with a mild kick—perfect for snackers who like it hot, but not too hot. With strong brand awareness and a young fanbase, it’s time to fire up your shelves! | $ 3.79 | 6 oz |  | |
| Century Snacks – Snak Club | Snak Club | Coconut Curry Trail Mix | Snak Club takes your taste buds on a bold adventure! This globally inspired trail mix blends sweet coconut cashews, savory corn sticks, roasted peanuts, and crunchy chickpeas for a crave-worthy combo. It’s the perfect way to break the routine and snack beyond the ordinary. | $ 9.99 | 20 oz |  | |
| Century Snacks – Snak Club | Snak Club | Hot Ones Smoky Sweet Honey Roasted Cashews | Snak Club is bringing the heat with Hot Ones™! These Honey Roasted Cashews combine sweet honey with smoky medium heat for bold, addictive flavor. With strong brand awareness and 66% of fans under 35, this is a can't-miss chance to ignite your snack aisle. | $ 3.79 | 2.5 oz |  | |
| Century Snacks – Snak Club | Snak Club | Hidden Valley Ranch Dill Pickle flavored Snack Mix | Snak Club brings the bold zest of dill pickle and the favorite taste of Hidden Valley® Ranch together in one crunchy, craveable mix. With toasted corn, nuts, pretzels & rye chips, it’s a flavor fusion your shoppers will love—especially with #pickle at 3.7B views on TikTok! | $ 3.79 | 3.5 oz |  | |
| Evie's Snacks | Evie's Snacks | Sweet & Salty Texas Pecans | Evie’s Snacks Sweet & Salty Texas pecans are a perfect balance of rich, buttery pecans with light caramelized sweetness and a hint of salt. With 1/3 total sugar of leading brands, they offer a more mindful way to indulge. Sourced from family farms in South Texas. | $ 7.50 | 3 oz |  | |
| Fable Fish Company | Fable Fish Co | Wild Alaskan Teriyaki Sockeye Salmon Jerky | We use underutilized salmon cuts – Rather than letting these nutrient-rich pieces go to waste, we transform them into a craveable, protein-packed snack—31 grams protein/svg. The result is an umami-rich jerky that’s incredibly satisfying, clean-label, &better for both you & the planet. | $ 7.99 | 2 oz |  | |
| Flathau's Fine Foods | Big Foot Bait | Big Foot Bait Cheddar Bites | All natural (bigfoot shaped) cheddar cheese bites. | $ 3.95 | 2 oz |  | |
| Freestyle Snacks | Freestyle Snacks | Green Olives Lemon Garlic | Our green olives are grown in Greece and harvested when juicy. Marinated in extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon peel, our Lemon Garlic olives will give you bursts of freshness that will transport you straight to the sandy beaches and turquoise waters of Halkidiki, Greece. | $ 4.99 | 4 oz |  | |
| Giant Snacks | GIANTS Cashews | Big Easy Cashew | Welcome to the Big Easy, where time files without a worry or a care! Embrace the sweet harmony of flavors with a tangy blend of smoky BBQ and vinegar created with a little voodoo magic. Jazz up your world with Big Easy cashews! | $ 5.99 | 4 oz |  | |
| Go Raw | Go Raw | Sweet & Salt Organic Snacking Granola | The perfect balance of sweet, salt and crunch, Sweet & Salty Snacking Granola is light and crispy with bigger clusters and better crunch! Go Raw Snacking Granola has 3g protein per serving and is made with sprouted pumpkin and sunflower seeds, whole grains and toasted coconut for a delicious snack. | $ 8.00 | 8 oz |  | |
| Joon Foods - A Pistachio Company | Joon | Dill Pickle Pistachios | Bold and zesty, Joon’s Dill Pickle Pistachios are perfect for anyone who loves a tangy twist. Rooted in a 300-year-old family recipe and crafted with care, these premium pistachios are brined to perfection, honoring generations of tradition in every crunchy bite. | $ 7.99 | 4.5 oz |  | |
| MAJI Ventures, LLC | Halos Snacks | Chili Lime Protein Puffs | Experience the bold kick of Halos Chili Lime Protein Puffs! With 21g of protein per serving, these tangy, spicy puffs are crafted by four teens. Every Halos purchase helps feed a child in need. Snack smart, snack bold, Snack Like an Angel with Halos! | $ 4.99 | 1.41 oz |  | |
| Mascot inc. | Mascot | Pineapple Habanero Cashews | Introducing our Pineapple Habanero Cashews: buttery roasted cashews coated in a sweet sugar glaze with the bold flavors of pineapple and a fiery habanero kick. Perfectly balanced for sweet and savory cravings, this innovative snack offers a unique, tropical twist, ideal for any retail collection. | $ 3.49 | 3.5 oz |  | |
| Mascot inc. | Mascot | Coconut Cashews | Our Coconut Cashews blend buttery roasted cashews with crunchy, sweetened toasted coconut, coated in a light sugar glaze for the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness. With simple ingredients, this innovative snack satisfies sweet and savory cravings—an exciting addition to any retail selection. | $ 3.49 | 3.5 oz |  | |
| Mikey V's Foods | Mikey V's Foods | Gator Toes- Fried Garlic Dill Pickle | Crunchy Fried garlic rolled in our dill pickle flavored seasoning! Eat straight out of the bag as a crunchy snack or use as a crouton. Crush them up as a breading for your favorite chicken, pork, or fish dish, or use as a topping for baked potatoes or mac and cheese! Use your imagination! | $ 9.99 | 3 oz |  | |
| Offshoot Brands | Fresh Face Foods | Coconut Trail Mix - Pina Colada | Snack happy, be fresh. Meet Fresh Face Foods – bringing fun, innovative options to the produce aisle that will make you excited to eat fresh every day. Shake up the refrigerated snacking set with our trail mix reimagined - a fresh take on a trail mix with fresh, organic coconut. | $ 4.49 | 4 oz |  | |
| Pecan Nation | Pecan Nation | Barbecue Pecans | We toss our fresh pecans in a sweet & smoky glaze, dust them with our signature spice blend and oven-roast them to perfection. Now you can enjoy the mouth-watering flavors of a backyard BBQ…in a bag! | $ 4.99 | 4 oz |  | |
| Second Nature Brands | Sahale Snacks | Gochujang Almonds Glazed Mix | Inspired by Korean BBQ, this savory Sahale Snacks mix takes the delicious flavors of garlic, sesame, and red chili and adds in dried pineapple and whole dry-roasted almonds and cashews, all finished with our spicy+sweet gochujang glaze – its depth of flavor is perfect for a bold snack adventure. | $ 4.59 | 4 oz |  | |
| Second Nature Brands | Second Nature Snacks | Fiber Boost Smart Mix | Time to snack smart with Second Nature Snacks' Fiber Boost Smart Mix! Packed with salted almonds, cashews, toasted coconut & no-sugar-added dark cocoa drops, this crave-worthy mix offers 4g of protein & 5g of fiber to fuel your day. Non-GMO, gluten-free & kosher for a deliciously satisfying boost! | $ 7.49 | 10 oz |  | |
| Second Nature Brands | Second Nature Snacks | Protein Crunch Smart Mix | Stay energized with Second Nature Snacks' Protein Crunch Smart Mix! This delicious blend of roasted almonds, cashews, peanuts, and protein dark cocoa drops packs 6g of protein per serving. Gluten-free and kosher, it's a nutritious and satisfying snack for any adventure. | $ 7.49 | 10 oz |  | |
| Tasty Foods - Flavor Infused Nuts and Chickpeas | Tas-T-Nuts | Pistachio Flavored Peanuts | Lightly salted, pistachio flavor infused, not just coated, roasted peanuts. No messy coating and no sugars added. | $ 1.49 | 1 oz |  | |
| Tempo Granola | Tempo Granola | Dark Chocolate Cashew Almond Granola Clusters | Great tasting, functional snack, protein-packed & low-in-sugar granola clusters with a prebiotic for gut health and natural vitamin E. Locally sourced gluten-free, vegan, soy & dairy-free ingredients in a hand-made, small-batch facility for optimum clean eating. Woman owned, mission-based company. | $ 5.29 | 4 oz |  | |
| Tootsi Impex USA Inc. | YUPIK | Bloody Mary | Craving a cocktail in a bite? Dive into Yupik Bloody Mary Cashews. Toast to an exhilarating fusion of tomatoes and crisp celery, combined with crunchy cashews. It's not just a snack: it's happy hour at your fingertips! | $ 6.74 | 4.8 oz |  |
