Annie's Organic Fruit Snacks — Single-Serve Travel Snack for Car Trips and Plane Rides, 12 Count
Annie's Organic Fruit Snacks — Single-Serve Travel Snack for Car Trips and Plane Rides, 12 Count
Why you'll love it
- Peel-A-Part string format turns snack time into a fun, interactive experience kids love
- Made with real organic pear juice concentrate instead of artificial fruit flavoring
- No artificial flavors, synthetic colors, or high fructose corn syrup — a cleaner choice than mainstream gummy snacks
- Certified organic and free from gelatin, gluten, and animal products, making it inclusive for vegan and allergy-sensitive families
- Trusted Annie's brand owned by General Mills gives parents confidence in ingredient sourcing and safety
- Variety pack with two flavors prevents snack fatigue across the week
- Kids pick these over less healthy snacks
- Kids think it's candy but it's dye-free
- Perfect toddler size
- Great for picky eaters with texture problems
- Fresh appearance and good color
- Beautifully packaged
- Class loved them at snack time
- Kids ask for them again long after first trying (still requested a year later)
Perfect for
- Packing a fun, peelable fruit snack into a child's school lunchbox
- After-school or weekend snack at home
- Road trip and travel snack for kids in the car
- On-the-go snack for park visits, sports practice, or playdates
- Lunchbox treat for kids with vegan, gluten-free, or gelatin-free dietary needs
- Birthday party goodie bags for 2-year-olds
- Plane ride snacks for kids
- Soccer practice snacks for grandsons
- Grab-n-go car snacks that are not messy
Product Information
FRUIT FLAVORED STRINGS: Made with real fruit juice in yummy strawberry and fruit punch flavors; Made with organic pear juice concentrate; See nutrition label for complete ingredients; They are not intended to replace fruit or vegetables in the diet WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS: No artificial flavors, synthetic colors, or high fructose corn syrup for added goodness CERTIFIED ORGANIC: Made with certified organic ingredients for the goodness you'd expect from Annie's snacks; Organic snacks your whole family will love VEGAN SNACK: This organic fruit flavored snack is vegan, gelatin free, and gluten free; Ideal kids snacks for school, home, and on the go, with a yummy gummy texture; Make them your go-to vegan lunchbox snack CONTAINS: One 6.7 oz Variety Pack of Annie's Organic Fruit Peel-A-Parts Fruit Flavored Snacks; Strawberry and Fruit Punch flavored with other natural flavors; 12 count
Product Dimensions : 2 x 5.15 x 6.3 inches; 6.7 ounces UPC : 013562119998 Manufacturer : GENERAL MILLS Units : 12 Count Best Sellers Rank: #2,716 in Grocery & Gourmet Food
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these snacks truly mess-free for car rides and road trips?
Yes. Each portion is individually sealed in a single-serve pouch, and the soft peel-apart strings stay contained inside. This makes them a far less messy option than crackers, fruit, or loose gummies in a moving vehicle.
Will the snacks survive being tossed in a backpack or beach bag all day?
Yes. The sealed pouches protect the peel-apart strings from being crushed or exposed to sand, water, and dirt, which is ideal for hiking, beach days, and travel.
Are these light and portable enough for a long hike?
Yes. The 12-count pack is lightweight, and the individual pouches are easy to distribute across backpacks or share with kids on the trail without adding noticeable weight.
Do these need any refrigeration during a day outdoors?
No. The product is shelf-stable and does not require refrigeration, so it can sit in a car, cooler, or backpack during a full day of hiking, hunting, or beach activities without spoilage concerns.
Can I pack these for a plane ride as a kid-friendly snack?
Yes. The individual pouches are TSA-friendly for carry-on bags, easy to hand to a child during takeoff or landing, and produce no loose crumbs or sticky residue on tray tables.
How do these compare to granola bars or trail mix for outdoor adventures?
Compared to granola bars and trail mix, these are less crumbly, less messy, and come in a pre-portioned pouch. They are also free from common allergens like gluten and gelatin, and contain no artificial colors or HFCS, making them a cleaner on-the-go option for families.
Will the heat in a car melt or deform the snacks?
The fruit-based strings hold their shape well in typical car temperatures. For very hot climates, keeping them in an insulated bag or cooler is a good idea, but they are generally robust for travel use.
Are these suitable for sharing with other families at a park or playdate?
Yes. The single-serve pouches make it easy to hand one to each child without sharing utensils or wrappers, and the two-flavor variety helps accommodate different preferences.
Can my kids eat these hands-free in the car or on a trail?
Yes. The peel-apart format is simple enough that kids can manage it independently, and because each string stays in the pouch until peeled, there is very little risk of sticky hands on car seats, strollers, or sports gear.
Do these travel well internationally or on long journeys?
Yes. The individually sealed pouches and shelf-stable formulation make them a reliable snack for long international flights, layovers, and multi-day road trips where refrigeration is not available.
What if my child is hungry halfway through a hike and we are far from rest stops?
That is exactly the use case this product is built for. A single pouch provides a quick, energizing, fruit-based snack that fits easily in a jacket pocket or hip belt and does not require utensils or cleanup.
Will sand or dirt get into the snacks at the beach?
No. As long as the pouches remain sealed until snack time, the contents are fully protected from sand, water, and dirt, which is one of the main advantages over loose snacks.
Are these a smart snack to bring to sports practice or soccer games?
Yes. Many grandparents and parents use these as a post-practice snack for kids. They are quick to eat, easy to toss in a cooler, and the individually portioned pouches prevent the snack from going stale during long tournaments or carpool waits.
Do these contain enough to keep multiple kids full on a long trip?
The 12-count pack provides about 5 strings per pouch, which is a meaningful portion for a child. For longer trips or multiple kids, many families stock two packs or pair them with other snacks for a full day of eating.
What if the pouches get jostled around in a backpack or car trunk?
The pouches are durable and flexible, designed to withstand normal jostling in a backpack, diaper bag, or trunk without breaking open or crushing the contents.
Is this product suitable for both hiking AND driving trips, or is it better for one?
It is genuinely well suited for both. The combination of mess-free pouches, shelf stability, lightweight packaging, and kid-friendly flavors makes it equally practical for a long car ride, a flight, or a multi-hour hike.
How should I store Annie's Organic Fruit Peel-A-Parts after opening?
Store the box in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Each individual pouch is sealed for freshness, so opened pouches should be consumed promptly, and unopened pouches will stay fresh in the pantry until the printed best-by date.
How do I serve these to my child — do they peel the strings or eat them whole?
The peel-apart format is designed to be peeled one string at a time, which kids tend to enjoy as an interactive snack. Younger children may need a little help getting started, but most toddlers and up can manage the peeling independently and eat the strings as they go.
How long does the 12-count variety pack last once opened?
Because each pouch is individually sealed, the unopened pouches stay fresh in the pantry for the same shelf life as the unopened box. Most families work through a 12-count pack within one to three weeks depending on snack frequency.
Are these fruit snacks compatible with a vegan or plant-based lunchbox?
Yes. The product is vegan, gelatin-free, and gluten-free, which makes it compatible with most vegan, vegetarian, and plant-based lunchbox guidelines as well as many common school allergy policies.
Can I include these in a school-safe snack list for nut-free or allergy-friendly classrooms?
The product is gluten-free, gelatin-free, and contains no artificial colors, but you should always confirm the current label for nut content and facility cross-contamination information before sending to a nut-free or allergy-restricted classroom.
What is included in the box when I order the 12-count variety pack?
The 12-count variety pack includes 6.7 oz total of individually wrapped single-serve pouches, with a mix of Strawberry and Fruit Punch flavors, approximately 5 peel-apart strings per pouch. No additional accessories are needed.
Are these snacks safe and reliable for daily family use?
Yes. Annie's is owned by General Mills and has a long-standing reputation in the natural and organic foods aisle. The product is certified organic and free from artificial flavors, synthetic colors, and high fructose corn syrup, making it a reliable everyday snack for families.
What is the best-by date, and will the product arrive fresh?
Retailers ship this product with a meaningful remaining shelf life. If you ever receive a pack with a short or expired best-by date, contact the retailer or Annie's customer care for a replacement, as freshness is a core part of the brand promise.
What is the difference between these fruit snacks and regular gummy candy?
Unlike regular gummy candy, Annie's Organic Fruit Peel-A-Parts are made with real organic pear juice concentrate rather than artificial fruit flavoring, contain no synthetic colors or high fructose corn syrup, and are certified organic, vegan, and gluten-free. The peel-apart string format is also distinct from traditional gummy shapes.