The Essential Back-to-School Grocery List
School supplies, last-minute summer reading, meet the teacher days, end-of-season barbeques, and pool parties—this time of year is anything but boring! With plenty of to-dos on your plate, why not let us lighten the load with healthy, simple ideas for meals and snacks for your back-to-school grocery list.
Just in time for a new school year, we’ve rounded up of our favorite food staples that you can serve straight out of the packaging (no tricky recipes required!). Knowing what to shop for, plus having a few tips for using each product, can go a long way in making the back-to-school season as easy as A-B-C and 1-2-3.
Now, let’s get started. Add these items to your back-to-school grocery list for happy kids (and parents!) at every meal.
Breakfast
1. Jones Frozen Breakfast Sausage
Wake up the whole family up with the delicious, savory smell of sausage. Jones Frozen Breakfast Sausage comes fully cooked and frozen to preserve flavor and freshness. Made with all-natural pork, chicken or turkey, these sausages can be served on sandwiches or on the side of other breakfast items. Best of all, they also contain zero preservatives! Located in the Frozen Department.
Available in All-Natural Original No Sugar Pork Sausage, All-Natural Pork Sausage Patties, All Natural Pork Sausage Links, All Natural Turkey Sausage Links and All Natural Chicken Sausage Links.
2. Witzi’s Grain Free Granola
Love a healthy and nutritious start to the school day? Fuel the whole family with Witzi’s Grain Free Granola.
Offered in delicious flavors, this Keto- and Paleo-certified granola pairs great with yogurt and milk. It can also be stirred into oatmeal and acai bowls for an extra crunch. The granola’s crunchy, yummy goodness will have everyone rising early and racing to the table. Located in the Breakfast Aisle.
Available in Original, Chocolate Honeyberry, Banana Berry and Lemon Raspberry.
3. Heinen’s Organic Gluten Free Cereal
Cereal is a classic breakfast food beloved by kids and parents, but many cereals are loaded with unhealthy added ingredients, making them a less than ideal way to start the day.
Our line of organic, gluten free cereal flips the script, providing the nutrients you need and the flavor you crave. Taste and enjoy our take on long-time cereal favorites such as Rice Crispies, Raisin Bran, Cheerios, Corn Flakes and more! Located in the Breakfast Aisle.
Available in Rice Crispies, Raisin Bran, Multigrain Flakes, Frosted Flakes, Honey Nut O Rings, Corn Flakes and Chocolate Hazelnut Pillows.
Lunch
4. Two Brothers Sous Vide Turkey Off the Bone
We don’t like to pick favorites when it comes to our original Heinen’s products, but this turkey is known as co-owner Tom Heinen’s all-time favorite.
Made in-house at our state-of-the-art production facility in Warrensville Heights, OH and cooked to perfection using sous vide technology, this Fan Favorite turkey is fresh-sliced at our deli counters or found pre-sliced in our convenient Deli-to-Go section.
It contains no artificial flavors, synthetic colors or MSG, in addition to no nitrates or nitrites. Serve this delicious turkey to your kids on a healthy sandwich, roll it with some cheese or enjoy alone! Located in the Deli.
5. Goodles Mac and Cheese
Aside from PB&J, Mac and Cheese may be the most classic back-to-school lunch! Goodles has reimagined this classic comfort food by creating nutritious, fiber-rich and protein-packed noodles with real cheese. No fake stuff in these noodles! Choose from a wide variety of options and flavors including cheddar, parmesan, vegan and more. Located in the Rice Aisle.
Available in Cheddy Mac, Shella Good, Down the Hatch, Twist My Parm, Mover & Shaker and Vegan is Believin‘.
6. Lunchskins Paper Sandwich Bags
Packing lunches and snacks just got better for you and the planet thanks to Lunchskins— a stylish and responsible alternative to plastic bags.
The woman-led food storage brand gives families a sustainable way to preserve food for school lunches, camps and sports. Lunchskins estimates that they’ve replaced roughly 3.2 billion—yes, billion—plastic bags. You can support their mission while swapping plastic for these fun, durable and recyclable bags. Located in the Paper Goods Aisle.
After School Snacks
7. MadeGood Granola Bars, Granola Minis and Crispy Squares
Are your kids always racing to the pantry after school? Instead of loading the shelves with sugary sweets and salty chips, try the healthy granola bars from MadeGood.
MadeGood Granola Bars, Granola Minis and Crispy Squares sneak in nutrients from vegetable extracts plus other organic and vegan ingredients. They even contain sweet chocolate chips and other fun toppings to further conceal the hidden servings of veggies. Every MadeGood bar is soft, chewy and nutritious — even adults love them. Located in the Breakfast Aisle.
Available in Granola Bars, Granola Minis and Crispy Squares (multiple flavors in each category).
8. Bobo’s Oatmeal Bites
Perfect for a post-school treat, on-the-go parents and picky-eating kids love Bobo’s Oatmeal Bites.
These bites are baked with 100% whole grains, real chocolate, coconut oil and other wholesome, responsibly-sourced ingredients. They also come wrapped in sustainable packaging since Bobo’s believes in treating the planet with the same care we give to our personal health. Upgrade snack time with these yummy, healthy bites! Located in the Breakfast Aisle.
Available in Strawberry Stuffed Oat Bites, Chocolate Chip Oat Bites, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bites and Apple Pie Stuffed Oat Bites.
9. Bearsnacks Fruit Rolls
If you want to squeeze more fruit into your children’s diets, check out Bearsnacks Fruit Rolls. Made with real fruit and other real ingredients, these fruit rolls contains no added sugar or processed produce. Each fruit roll also contains fiber, vitamins and minerals. They’re a healthy yet fun afternoon snack that you won’t feel guilty about. Each package contains an amazing animal collectible card so kids can learn more about the wildlife that roams across the planet. It’s a tasty and educational treat roaring with fun for the entire family! Located in the Snack Aisle.
Available in Strawberry and Raspberry.
