So I may have become a little bit obsessed with Ma Baker bars while I was staying in Norfolk. Since it was quite hard to find vegan options when I came across these in Dents Farm shop I stocked up! I also went back again a few days after to get more much to the shop assistants amusement but you gotta do what you gotta do on a vegan lifestyle. I didn't picture the banana bar which is another one of my favourites. They are just so delicious and considering in the past I used to hate any sweet foods with fruit in them I was surprised I liked these so much. They became my evening snack- a flapjack with a green tea. The fruit gives each one a sweet taste and each flavour has a distinct taste but I liked them all. They are very similar to home made flapjacks which is what I like about them plus they are filling making them the perfect snack as you aren't reaching for something else to eat afterwards. 

They are also great for hiking as they are small enough to carry. When I'm home I eat much more home made snacks so these were a nice treat but I am loving this brand more and more, weirdly I have only seen these in the countryside and online but I'll be looking out for them in the city. 

Check out their range here: http://www.firstqualityfoods.co.uk/mabaker.html ps not all there bars are vegan so avoid the smoothie and chocolate smoothie bars. 

Yo Yo Bear

So these snacks are probably meant for kids but it's pure fruit, in a yo yo shape in mango flavour so I couldn't resist. These are perfect hiking snacks, they are healthy, sweet and easily carried. They would also be good for packed lunches or a snack to keep in your bag when you are out and about, I try to go for healthy snacking options where possible and this is perfect as you can satisfy a sweet tooth while eating one of your five a day. 

Look out for these products in shops as well, there has been a move away from having unhealthy options near tills as the government is trying to encourage people to choose healthier options. If you were wondering why things like Yo Yo Bears and dried fruit were on show in shops where you queue to pay this is why. I'm all for this move as I think any opportunity to help people live a healthier life is important. Although I happily choose this product without any prompting- it's mango and has a cute bear on the recyclable packaging, what more could you ask for! 

Hiking Snacks

Ma Baker bars are delicious! This strawberry bar was so tasty and filling. They are the perfect vegan snacks for hikes and outdoor adventures. Having a fruity flapjack makes it a healthy alternative to chocolate bars but the fruit gives it a sweetness that makes you feel like you are having a dessert. 

It is a perfect portable size that makes it a great travel snack. You can easily fit this is a bag or in your pockets. It is light but filling which is ideal if you are planing a long hike or long journey. I have only recently started seeing these bars around, I found this one at a farm shop but they are also available online. I think this brand will become more popular soon and will be available in more places.