01of 76Introducing the People Food Awards 2021!Jennifer CauseyDuring a year in which dining habits seemed to have permanently evolved (and cooking fatigue definitely set in), breaking out of the eating-at-home rut was more important than ever. WithPeoplestaffers, family and friends scattered across the country—from twentysomethings in tiny city apartments to large families in the suburbs and everyone in between—we prepared and taste-tested hundreds of new supermarket items and crowned a crop of winners that are delicious enough to earn a spot on your plate.
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Introducing the People Food Awards 2021!
Jennifer Causey
During a year in which dining habits seemed to have permanently evolved (and cooking fatigue definitely set in), breaking out of the eating-at-home rut was more important than ever. WithPeoplestaffers, family and friends scattered across the country—from twentysomethings in tiny city apartments to large families in the suburbs and everyone in between—we prepared and taste-tested hundreds of new supermarket items and crowned a crop of winners that are delicious enough to earn a spot on your plate.
02of 76WINNER: BEST PANCAKE MIXKing Arthur Baking Pancake MixJust add water for light and fluffy flapjacks every time. “My search for the perfect pancake is over!” declared one staffer. (Pro tip: This mix also makes delicious waffles.)Buy it! $5,kingarthurbaking.com
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WINNER: BEST PANCAKE MIX
King Arthur Baking Pancake Mix
Just add water for light and fluffy flapjacks every time. “My search for the perfect pancake is over!” declared one staffer. (Pro tip: This mix also makes delicious waffles.)
Buy it! $5,kingarthurbaking.com
03of 76WINNER: BEST SLICED BREADArnold Country Style Butter BreadDescribed as “an airy cloud with a subtle sweetness,” these slices are made with real butter and eggs and have a soft texture that still won’t fall apart when holding together a hefty sandwich.Buy it!$4.50,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST SLICED BREAD
Arnold Country Style Butter Bread
Described as “an airy cloud with a subtle sweetness,” these slices are made with real butter and eggs and have a soft texture that still won’t fall apart when holding together a hefty sandwich.
Buy it!$4.50,walmart.com
04of 76WINNER: BEST GRANOLALärabar Peanut Butter Chocolate ChipThis granola bar in a bowl is a salty-and-sweet mix of peanuts, oats, puffed rice and mini chocolate chips.Buy it!$7 for 22.7 oz.,amazon.com
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WINNER: BEST GRANOLA
Lärabar Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
This granola bar in a bowl is a salty-and-sweet mix of peanuts, oats, puffed rice and mini chocolate chips.
Buy it!$7 for 22.7 oz.,amazon.com
05of 76WINNER: BEST BAGELSAldi Specially Selected Brioche BagelsTesters gave the mashup of sweet brioche bread and a traditional bagel high marks for its “delightfully chewy crust” and “pillowy soft” center.Buy it!$3 for 5 at Aldi stores
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WINNER: BEST BAGELS
Aldi Specially Selected Brioche Bagels
Testers gave the mashup of sweet brioche bread and a traditional bagel high marks for its “delightfully chewy crust” and “pillowy soft” center.
Buy it!$3 for 5 at Aldi stores
06of 76WINNER: BEST CEREALKellogg’s Raisin Bran Toasted Oats & Honey"Even my picky son went back for a second bowl," a staffer said about this mix of hearty flakes, plump raisins and crispy oats.Buy it!$4,target.com
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WINNER: BEST CEREAL
Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Toasted Oats & Honey
“Even my picky son went back for a second bowl,” a staffer said about this mix of hearty flakes, plump raisins and crispy oats.
Buy it!$4,target.com
07of 76WINNER: BEST FLAVORED CEREALPost Dunkin' Mocha LatteMade with real coffee, its “bold chocolate and espresso flavor” and latte-swirled marshmallows were a hitwith testers.Buy it!$4,postconsumerbrands.com
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WINNER: BEST FLAVORED CEREAL
Post Dunkin' Mocha Latte
Made with real coffee, its “bold chocolate and espresso flavor” and latte-swirled marshmallows were a hitwith testers.
Buy it!$4,postconsumerbrands.com
08of 76WINNER: BEST CANDYSkittles GummiesThis softer version of the classic candy is a truly new twist on an old favorite. “No offense to the bears, but these are next level,” a tester said of the fruity buttons with a “highly satisfying chew.“Buy it!$2,target.com
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WINNER: BEST CANDY
Skittles Gummies
This softer version of the classic candy is a truly new twist on an old favorite. “No offense to the bears, but these are next level,” a tester said of the fruity buttons with a “highly satisfying chew.”
Buy it!$2,target.com
09of 76WINNER: BEST TORTILLA CHIPSLate July Organic Jalapeno & LimeMade for dipping, they’re thin, crispy and “pleasantly corny” with a hit of heat at the end.Buy it!$4.50,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST TORTILLA CHIPS
Late July Organic Jalapeno & Lime
Made for dipping, they’re thin, crispy and “pleasantly corny” with a hit of heat at the end.
10of 76WINNER: BEST NUTSBlue Diamond Xtremes Cayenne Pepper Almonds"It’s hard not to eat the whole can!” one staffer said about the fiery—but not scorching hot—roasted nuts.Buy it!$3.50 for 6 oz.,amazon.com
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WINNER: BEST NUTS
Blue Diamond Xtremes Cayenne Pepper Almonds
“It’s hard not to eat the whole can!” one staffer said about the fiery—but not scorching hot—roasted nuts.
Buy it!$3.50 for 6 oz.,amazon.com
11of 76WINNER: BEST POPCORNOrville Redenbacher’s Made with Avocado OilButtery without “that greasy coating you expect from microwave,” the kernels popped up “mega-fluffy.“Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST POPCORN
Orville Redenbacher’s Made with Avocado Oil
Buttery without “that greasy coating you expect from microwave,” the kernels popped up “mega-fluffy.”
Buy it!$4,walmart.com
12of 76WINNER: BEST CHOCOLATE BARWhatchamacallit WhozeewhatzitThe name is a tongue twister, but reactions to the layers of peanut butter cream, puffed rice and chocolate are easy to understand: “Wowzeeyum!” said a tester.Buy it!$1 for 1.7 oz. bar
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WINNER: BEST CHOCOLATE BAR
Whatchamacallit Whozeewhatzit
The name is a tongue twister, but reactions to the layers of peanut butter cream, puffed rice and chocolate are easy to understand: “Wowzeeyum!” said a tester.
Buy it!$1 for 1.7 oz. bar
13of 76WINNER: BEST SPICY SNACKPlanters Blazin' Hot Cheez BallsThe lava-red, mega-hot spheres may look intimidating, but they still have that nostalgic cheesy crunch.Buy it!$2.50,amazon.com
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WINNER: BEST SPICY SNACK
Planters Blazin' Hot Cheez Balls
The lava-red, mega-hot spheres may look intimidating, but they still have that nostalgic cheesy crunch.
Buy it!$2.50,amazon.com
14of 76WINNER: BEST MULTIGRAIN CHIPSSunChips Chili LimeThey start out with a zesty, citrus kick and follow with a super-mild heat that testers couldn’t resist.Buy it!$3.29 for 7 oz.
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WINNER: BEST MULTIGRAIN CHIPS
SunChips Chili Lime
They start out with a zesty, citrus kick and follow with a super-mild heat that testers couldn’t resist.
Buy it!$3.29 for 7 oz.
15of 76WINNER: BEST POTATO CHIPSLay’s Poppables Sea Salt & Vinegar"Such magical little pops of crispy goodness!” a staffer gushed of the “perfectly balanced” bites.Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST POTATO CHIPS
Lay’s Poppables Sea Salt & Vinegar
“Such magical little pops of crispy goodness!” a staffer gushed of the “perfectly balanced” bites.
16of 76WINNER: BEST CRACKERSTown House Black Pepper Dipping ThinsWhether dunked in dip or eaten straight out of the box, the peppery, paddle-shaped crackers got high marks for crispiness.Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST CRACKERS
Town House Black Pepper Dipping Thins
Whether dunked in dip or eaten straight out of the box, the peppery, paddle-shaped crackers got high marks for crispiness.
17of 76WINNER: BEST SNACK MIXChex MixWhite CheddarIt’s an “addictive” combo of pretzels, rye chips, cereal and breadsticks—amped up with a savory cheese seasoning.Buy it!$3,chex.com
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WINNER: BEST SNACK MIX
Chex MixWhite Cheddar
It’s an “addictive” combo of pretzels, rye chips, cereal and breadsticks—amped up with a savory cheese seasoning.
Buy it!$3,chex.com
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WINNER: BEST PEANUT BUTTER CUP
Justin’s Dark Chocolate Crispy Peanut Butter Cups
Buy it!$2 for 2,wholefoodsmarket.com
19of 76WINNER: BEST COOKIEPepperidge Farm Farmhouse Thin & Crispy Butter PecanThe chunky nuts, delightful snap and “big butter flavor” had testers raving: “I devoured them like Cookie Monster!“Buy it!$4 for 5.9 oz.,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST COOKIE
Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse Thin & Crispy Butter Pecan
The chunky nuts, delightful snap and “big butter flavor” had testers raving: “I devoured them like Cookie Monster!”
Buy it!$4 for 5.9 oz.,walmart.com
20of 76WINNER: BEST SEASONING MIXDash Everything but the Salt Seasoning BlendSesame and poppy seeds, garlic and onion—they’re all in there! Just add salt to taste (or don’t!) to make it your own.Buy it!$3,mrsdash.com
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WINNER: BEST SEASONING MIX
Dash Everything but the Salt Seasoning Blend
Sesame and poppy seeds, garlic and onion—they’re all in there! Just add salt to taste (or don’t!) to make it your own.
Buy it!$3,mrsdash.com
21of 76WINNER: BEST BEANSBush’s Sidekicks Rustic TuscanySlow-simmered in a bright tomato and Italian-herb sauce, the chickpeas pop with flavor.Buy it!$2,bushbeans.com
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WINNER: BEST BEANS
Bush’s Sidekicks Rustic Tuscany
Slow-simmered in a bright tomato and Italian-herb sauce, the chickpeas pop with flavor.
Buy it!$2,bushbeans.com
22of 76WINNER: BEST NOODLESTrader Joe’s Thai Wheat NoodlesTesters appreciated the springy noodles for their versatility—from simmering in miso broth to stir-frying into pad Thai.Buy it!$2.29 for 21 oz., Trader Joe’s stores
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WINNER: BEST NOODLES
Trader Joe’s Thai Wheat Noodles
Testers appreciated the springy noodles for their versatility—from simmering in miso broth to stir-frying into pad Thai.
Buy it!$2.29 for 21 oz., Trader Joe’s stores
23of 76WINNER: BEST FLATBREADStonefire Garlic Mini NaanMade with buttermilk, ghee and fire-roasted garlic, the puffy, lightly charred rounds fit nicely in the toaster.Buy it!$4,stonefire.com
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WINNER: BEST FLATBREAD
Stonefire Garlic Mini Naan
Made with buttermilk, ghee and fire-roasted garlic, the puffy, lightly charred rounds fit nicely in the toaster.
Buy it!$4,stonefire.com
24of 76WINNER: BEST CAKE MIXFunfetti Vanilla Premium Cake Mix with Oreo Cookie PiecesFunfetti gets evenmorefun when it’s combined with chocolate-and-cream cookies and baked into a “moist and light” cake.Buy it!$2,pillsburybaking.com
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WINNER: BEST CAKE MIX
Funfetti Vanilla Premium Cake Mix with Oreo Cookie Pieces
Funfetti gets evenmorefun when it’s combined with chocolate-and-cream cookies and baked into a “moist and light” cake.
Buy it!$2,pillsburybaking.com
25of 76WINNER: BEST HOT SAUCEOld Bay Hot SauceThis combo of cayenne, vinegar and classic Old Bay seasoning sold out online the day it launched! Don’t worry, it’s back in stock now.Buy it!$3.50 for 10 oz.,mccormick.com
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WINNER: BEST HOT SAUCE
Old Bay Hot Sauce
This combo of cayenne, vinegar and classic Old Bay seasoning sold out online the day it launched! Don’t worry, it’s back in stock now.
Buy it!$3.50 for 10 oz.,mccormick.com
26of 76WINNER: BEST JAMMurray’s Strawberry Rhubarb PreservesDesigned to be paired with cheese (like triple créme or mascarpone), the fruit-forward jelly is also excellent slathered on a PB&J.Buy it!$8,murrayscheese.com
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WINNER: BEST JAM
Murray’s Strawberry Rhubarb Preserves
Designed to be paired with cheese (like triple créme or mascarpone), the fruit-forward jelly is also excellent slathered on a PB&J.
Buy it!$8,murrayscheese.com
27of 76WINNER: BEST BAKED TREATLevain Bakery Frozen Two Chip Chocolate Chip CookiesCrispy on the outside and “gooey on the inside,” the fully baked cookies—made with dark and semisweet chips—take just5 minutes in the oven.Buy it!$10 for 8,levainbakery.com
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WINNER: BEST BAKED TREAT
Levain Bakery Frozen Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies
Crispy on the outside and “gooey on the inside,” the fully baked cookies—made with dark and semisweet chips—take just5 minutes in the oven.
Buy it!$10 for 8,levainbakery.com
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WINNER: BEST PASTA
Barilla Red Lentil Spaghetti
Buy it!$3,barilla.com
29of 76WINNER: BEST RANCHHellmann’s Jalapeño Ranch Drizzle Sauce"I could drink it with a straw!” a tester exclaimed about the “dreamy-creamy” sauce witha mild chili kick.Buy it!$3.50 for 9 oz.,target.com
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WINNER: BEST RANCH
Hellmann’s Jalapeño Ranch Drizzle Sauce
“I could drink it with a straw!” a tester exclaimed about the “dreamy-creamy” sauce witha mild chili kick.
Buy it!$3.50 for 9 oz.,target.com
30of 76WINNER: BEST DIPPING SAUCEHeinz HoneyrachaAdult and kid testers praised the blend of sweet honey and spicy sriracha: “My son put it on everything—nuggets, friesand spring rolls.“Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST DIPPING SAUCE
Heinz Honeyracha
Adult and kid testers praised the blend of sweet honey and spicy sriracha: “My son put it on everything—nuggets, friesand spring rolls.”
31of 76WINNER: BEST CREAMERCoffee Mate Classic ColombianDesigned to cut bitterness and accentuate flavors in java, it “helped my coffee taste like its best self,” said a tester.Buy it!$4 for 32 oz.,goodnes.com
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WINNER: BEST CREAMER
Coffee Mate Classic Colombian
Designed to cut bitterness and accentuate flavors in java, it “helped my coffee taste like its best self,” said a tester.
Buy it!$4 for 32 oz.,goodnes.com
32of 76WINNER: BEST TOMATO SAUCECarbone ArrabbiataBased on the recipe served at Carbone restaurants, the sauce is “bursting with fresh tomato flavor” and packs “the right level of heat.“Buy it!$9 for 24 oz.,carbonefinefood.com
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WINNER: BEST TOMATO SAUCE
Carbone Arrabbiata
Based on the recipe served at Carbone restaurants, the sauce is “bursting with fresh tomato flavor” and packs “the right level of heat.”
Buy it!$9 for 24 oz.,carbonefinefood.com
33of 76WINNER: BEST RICEBanza Garlic Olive Oil RiceTesters praised the “flavorful but not salty” spice mix and “fluffy, al dente” kernels made from chickpeas. Bonus: It cooks in just 5 minutes!Buy it!$4,eatbanza.com
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WINNER: BEST RICE
Banza Garlic Olive Oil Rice
Testers praised the “flavorful but not salty” spice mix and “fluffy, al dente” kernels made from chickpeas. Bonus: It cooks in just 5 minutes!
Buy it!$4,eatbanza.com
34of 76WINNER: BEST BAKING CHIPSNestlé TollHouse ChocolatePeanut Caramel Morsels & MoreChocolate chip cookies go from good to “bonkers-delish” with this trio of peanuts, caramel and choco chunks.Buy it!$4,verybestbaking.com
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WINNER: BEST BAKING CHIPS
Nestlé TollHouse ChocolatePeanut Caramel Morsels & More
Chocolate chip cookies go from good to “bonkers-delish” with this trio of peanuts, caramel and choco chunks.
Buy it!$4,verybestbaking.com
35of 76WINNER: BEST DRESSINGP.F. Chang’s Signature VinaigretteWith a hint of fresh mango, it’s “dynamite” on salad—or drizzled into stir-fries, on cold Asian noodles or over seared salmon.Buy it!$4 for 16 oz.,pfchangshomemenu.com
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WINNER: BEST DRESSING
P.F. Chang’s Signature Vinaigrette
With a hint of fresh mango, it’s “dynamite” on salad—or drizzled into stir-fries, on cold Asian noodles or over seared salmon.
Buy it!$4 for 16 oz.,pfchangshomemenu.com
36of 76WINNER: BEST SOUPAmy’s Organic Tortilla Soup"Don’t tell my Mexican mom, but this tastes homemade,” a tester said of the stew of tomatoes, bell peppers, black beans and sweet potatoes.Buy it!$3,amys.com
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WINNER: BEST SOUP
Amy’s Organic Tortilla Soup
“Don’t tell my Mexican mom, but this tastes homemade,” a tester said of the stew of tomatoes, bell peppers, black beans and sweet potatoes.
Buy it!$3,amys.com
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WINNER: BEST COOKIE BUTTER
Testers admitted to eating the sweet spread—madefrom pulverized spice cookies—straight from the jar.
Buy it!$6,wholefoodsmarket.com
38of 76WINNER: BEST SHREDDED CHEESEOrganic Valley Thick Cut ShreddedMozzarellaWhether sprinkled on pizza or stuffed in a sandwich, the hearty shreds got high marks for taste and melting.Buy it!$5.50,organicvalley.coop
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WINNER: BEST SHREDDED CHEESE
Organic Valley Thick Cut ShreddedMozzarella
Whether sprinkled on pizza or stuffed in a sandwich, the hearty shreds got high marks for taste and melting.
Buy it!$5.50,organicvalley.coop
39of 76WINNER: BEST FROZEN DINNERDeep Indian Kitchen Chicken VindalooTender, juicy chunks of chicken are simmered in a slightly spicy, vinegar-tinged sauce and served with turmeric basmati rice.Buy it!$5.50,deepindiankitchen.com
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WINNER: BEST FROZEN DINNER
Deep Indian Kitchen Chicken Vindaloo
Tender, juicy chunks of chicken are simmered in a slightly spicy, vinegar-tinged sauce and served with turmeric basmati rice.
Buy it!$5.50,deepindiankitchen.com
40of 76WINNER: BEST CHICKENTyson Simply Roasted Fajita Chicken Breast StripsTake a shortcut! The “perfectly seasoned,” fully cooked chicken will help you master the 15-minute dinner.Buy it!$4.50,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST CHICKEN
Tyson Simply Roasted Fajita Chicken Breast Strips
Take a shortcut! The “perfectly seasoned,” fully cooked chicken will help you master the 15-minute dinner.
41of 76WINNER: BEST CREAM CHEESETillamook FarmstyleChive & Onion Cream Cheese SpreadStudded with flecks of scallion and dehydrated onion, the thick schmear is “exactly what you want on your morning bagel,” said a tester.Buy it!$4 for 7 oz.
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WINNER: BEST CREAM CHEESE
Tillamook FarmstyleChive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
Studded with flecks of scallion and dehydrated onion, the thick schmear is “exactly what you want on your morning bagel,” said a tester.
Buy it!$4 for 7 oz.
42of 76WINNER: BEST MAYONNAISETruff Black Truffle MayonnaiseMade with eggs, sunflower oil and real winter truffles (no synthetic stuff here!), it makes BLTs, burgers and potato salad even better.Buy it!$10 for 8 oz.,truff.com
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WINNER: BEST MAYONNAISE
Truff Black Truffle Mayonnaise
Made with eggs, sunflower oil and real winter truffles (no synthetic stuff here!), it makes BLTs, burgers and potato salad even better.
Buy it!$10 for 8 oz.,truff.com
43of 76WINNER: BEST DUMPLINGSNasoya Korean BBQ Vegetable DumplingsSteamed, pan fried or zapped in the microwave, the veggie- and tofu-filled bites have excellent bulgogi flavor.Buy it!$5,nasoya.com
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WINNER: BEST DUMPLINGS
Nasoya Korean BBQ Vegetable Dumplings
Steamed, pan fried or zapped in the microwave, the veggie- and tofu-filled bites have excellent bulgogi flavor.
Buy it!$5,nasoya.com
44of 76WINNER: BEST SINGLE-SERVE DESSERTPhiladelphia Cheesecake CrumbleIt’s sweet, tangy and topped with crunchy graham cracker bits. One tester proclaimed it “better than real cheesecake.“Buy it!$4 for 2-pack,kroger.com
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WINNER: BEST SINGLE-SERVE DESSERT
Philadelphia Cheesecake Crumble
It’s sweet, tangy and topped with crunchy graham cracker bits. One tester proclaimed it “better than real cheesecake.”
Buy it!$4 for 2-pack,kroger.com
45of 76WINNER: BEST FLAVORED YOGURTOui Oatmeal & Yogurt in Caramelized BananaThis portable parfait has layers of oatmeal, chopped fruit and yogurt in a reusable glass pot.Buy it!$1.69,hy-vee.com
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WINNER: BEST FLAVORED YOGURT
Oui Oatmeal & Yogurt in Caramelized Banana
This portable parfait has layers of oatmeal, chopped fruit and yogurt in a reusable glass pot.
Buy it!$1.69,hy-vee.com
46of 76WINNER: BEST BUTTERKerrygold Irish Butter with Olive Oil"This is the new king of butters!” a staffer raved, noting its rich flavor and smooth, spreadable texture—even right out of the fridge.Buy it!$4,kerrygoldusa.com
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WINNER: BEST BUTTER
Kerrygold Irish Butter with Olive Oil
“This is the new king of butters!” a staffer raved, noting its rich flavor and smooth, spreadable texture—even right out of the fridge.
Buy it!$4,kerrygoldusa.com
47of 76WINNER: BEST DIPFrank’s RedHot Buffalo Style Chicken DipMelty, creamy and “the perfect level of heat,” it warms up in just 3 minutes. “It’ll be a staple during football season,” said a tester.Buy it!$6,instacart.com
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WINNER: BEST DIP
Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Style Chicken Dip
Melty, creamy and “the perfect level of heat,” it warms up in just 3 minutes. “It’ll be a staple during football season,” said a tester.
Buy it!$6,instacart.com
48of 76WINNER: BEST PIZZADiGiorno Pepperoni Croissant Crust PizzaThe pie’s flaky, “gloriously puffy” crust had testers raving. “My kids now only ask for ‘proissant’ on pizza night,” said one staffer.Buy it!$7.50,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST PIZZA
DiGiorno Pepperoni Croissant Crust Pizza
The pie’s flaky, “gloriously puffy” crust had testers raving. “My kids now only ask for ‘proissant’ on pizza night,” said one staffer.
Buy it!$7.50,walmart.com
49of 76WINNER: BEST VEGETABLESGreen Giant Zucchini Garlic & Parmesan Veggie Fries"I can’t wait to eat these again!” a tester gushed about the crispy, well-seasoned fries.Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST VEGETABLES
Green Giant Zucchini Garlic & Parmesan Veggie Fries
“I can’t wait to eat these again!” a tester gushed about the crispy, well-seasoned fries.
50of 76WINNER: BEST COCONUT WATERVita Coco Pressed Coconut Water"It’s like I’m drinking it straight out of a coconut!” a staffer raved about its refreshing and “super coconut-y” taste.Buy it!$5,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST COCONUT WATER
Vita Coco Pressed Coconut Water
“It’s like I’m drinking it straight out of a coconut!” a staffer raved about its refreshing and “super coconut-y” taste.
Buy it!$5,walmart.com
51of 76WINNER: BEST COFFEEStarbucks Dark Roast Premium Instant CoffeeWith a deep toasty flavor, it brews up strong, smooth and balanced—and without any acidic aftertaste.Buy it!$10,amazon.com
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WINNER: BEST COFFEE
Starbucks Dark Roast Premium Instant Coffee
With a deep toasty flavor, it brews up strong, smooth and balanced—and without any acidic aftertaste.
Buy it!$10,amazon.com
52of 76WINNER: BEST FLAVORED TEAPom Antioxidant PomegranateOrange BlossomWhite TeaLooks like juice, but the bright citrus fruits let the floral tea notes shine.Buy it!$2 for 12 oz.
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WINNER: BEST FLAVORED TEA
Pom Antioxidant PomegranateOrange BlossomWhite Tea
Looks like juice, but the bright citrus fruits let the floral tea notes shine.
Buy it!$2 for 12 oz.
53of 76WINNER: BEST SPARKLING WATERPerrier Pineapple Carbonated Mineral WaterIt won high marks for the “soft bubbles” and subtle-but-refreshing pineapple flavor.Buy it!$6.50 for 10,target.com
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WINNER: BEST SPARKLING WATER
Perrier Pineapple Carbonated Mineral Water
It won high marks for the “soft bubbles” and subtle-but-refreshing pineapple flavor.
Buy it!$6.50 for 10,target.com
54of 76WINNER: BEST GREEN TEALipton Matcha Latte PowderYou can’t mess this up! Simply add the presweetened powder to hot or cold milk, and stir until dissolved.Buy it!$4,lipton.com
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WINNER: BEST GREEN TEA
Lipton Matcha Latte Powder
You can’t mess this up! Simply add the presweetened powder to hot or cold milk, and stir until dissolved.
Buy it!$4,lipton.com
55of 76WINNER: BEST JUICETropicana Premium Drinks Piña ColadaA sweet combination of pineapple, lime and coconut flavors, it’s a nod to the popular tropical cocktail—minus the rum.Buy it!$3,target.com
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WINNER: BEST JUICE
Tropicana Premium Drinks Piña Colada
A sweet combination of pineapple, lime and coconut flavors, it’s a nod to the popular tropical cocktail—minus the rum.
Buy it!$3,target.com
56of 76WINNER: BEST COLD BREWChobani Cold Brew Pure Black CoffeeDescribed as “creamy, faintly chocolaty and rich-tasting,” the brew is ready to drink right out of the carton.Buy it!$4.50,target.com
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WINNER: BEST COLD BREW
Chobani Cold Brew Pure Black Coffee
Described as “creamy, faintly chocolaty and rich-tasting,” the brew is ready to drink right out of the carton.
Buy it!$4.50,target.com
57of 76WINNER: BEST CHEESE BLOCKCathedral CityCheddar Extra MatureBoth crumbly and “lusciously creamy” with a sharp, buttery taste, “it’s just begging to be put in a grilled cheese!” testers said.Buy it!$5.50,cathedralcitycheddar.com
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WINNER: BEST CHEESE BLOCK
Cathedral CityCheddar Extra Mature
Both crumbly and “lusciously creamy” with a sharp, buttery taste, “it’s just begging to be put in a grilled cheese!” testers said.
Buy it!$5.50,cathedralcitycheddar.com
58of 76WINNER: BEST MEAT-FREE BURGERBeyond BurgerWith ingredients like peas and brown rice, this new blend is juicier and more beeflike than before. “My meat-eating friends had a hard time telling the difference,” said a tester.Buy it!$6,beyondmeat.com
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WINNER: BEST MEAT-FREE BURGER
Beyond Burger
With ingredients like peas and brown rice, this new blend is juicier and more beeflike than before. “My meat-eating friends had a hard time telling the difference,” said a tester.
Buy it!$6,beyondmeat.com
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WINNER: BEST PLANT-BASED ICE CREAM
Kind Frozen Pistachio Pint
Buy it!$6,kindsnacks.com
60of 76WINNER: BEST MEAT-FREE NUGGETSIncogmeato Chik’n Nuggets"My chicken-obsessed children gobbled them up—and then asked for more!” reported one tester.Buy it!$6.50,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST MEAT-FREE NUGGETS
Incogmeato Chik’n Nuggets
“My chicken-obsessed children gobbled them up—and then asked for more!” reported one tester.
Buy it!$6.50,walmart.com
61of 76WINNER: BEST VEGAN CHEESEDaiya American Style SlicesWhile other dairy-free cheeses felt gritty, the smooth texture and “gooey melting” won overour testers.Buy it!$5,daiyafoods.com
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WINNER: BEST VEGAN CHEESE
Daiya American Style Slices
While other dairy-free cheeses felt gritty, the smooth texture and “gooey melting” won overour testers.
Buy it!$5,daiyafoods.com
62of 76WINNER: BEST DAIRY-FREE YOGURTOatly Oatgurt Mixed BerrySwirl together the “thick” oat-milk base and “juicy” medley of raspberries, blueberries and strawberries for a healthy snack.Buy it!$2,us.oatly.com
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WINNER: BEST DAIRY-FREE YOGURT
Oatly Oatgurt Mixed Berry
Swirl together the “thick” oat-milk base and “juicy” medley of raspberries, blueberries and strawberries for a healthy snack.
Buy it!$2,us.oatly.com
63of 76WINNER: BEST DAIRY-FREE DRESSINGHidden Valley Plant Powered RanchTesters were impressed with how creamy, zesty and “close to the classic sauce” it tasted.Buy it!$3.50 for 12 oz.,amazon.com
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WINNER: BEST DAIRY-FREE DRESSING
Hidden Valley Plant Powered Ranch
Testers were impressed with how creamy, zesty and “close to the classic sauce” it tasted.
Buy it!$3.50 for 12 oz.,amazon.com
64of 76WINNER: BEST ALTERNATIVE MILKCalifia Farms Vanilla OatmilkWith a mild, clean taste and pourable—but not watery—texture, it’s “just waiting to be dunked with a cookie.“Buy it!$6,califafarms.com
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WINNER: BEST ALTERNATIVE MILK
Califia Farms Vanilla Oatmilk
With a mild, clean taste and pourable—but not watery—texture, it’s “just waiting to be dunked with a cookie.”
Buy it!$6,califafarms.com
65of 76WINNER: BEST ICE CREAMBen & Jerry’s Topped Whiskey BizNo extra toppings needed! This over-the-top combo of brown-butter bourbon ice cream, blondie chunks and whiskey-caramel sauce is covered with white chocolate ganache and white fudge.Buy it!$5 for 15.2 oz,target.com
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WINNER: BEST ICE CREAM
Ben & Jerry’s Topped Whiskey Biz
No extra toppings needed! This over-the-top combo of brown-butter bourbon ice cream, blondie chunks and whiskey-caramel sauce is covered with white chocolate ganache and white fudge.
Buy it!$5 for 15.2 oz,target.com
66of 76WINNER: BEST LIGHT ICE CREAMBreyers CarbSmart Chocolate Chocolate ChipAlthough it clocks in at only 3 grams of sugar per serving, the low-calorie treat “really satisfies.“Buy it!$3,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST LIGHT ICE CREAM
Breyers CarbSmart Chocolate Chocolate Chip
Although it clocks in at only 3 grams of sugar per serving, the low-calorie treat “really satisfies.”
Buy it!$3,walmart.com
67of 76WINNER: BEST CAKEMartha Stewart Kitchen Carrot CakePacked with shredded carrots and pecans, the moist spiced cake is slathered in tangy cream cheese frosting. Just thaw and slice!Buy it!$10,qfc.com
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WINNER: BEST CAKE
Martha Stewart Kitchen Carrot Cake
Packed with shredded carrots and pecans, the moist spiced cake is slathered in tangy cream cheese frosting. Just thaw and slice!
Buy it!$10,qfc.com
68of 76WINNER: BEST NOVELTYM&M’S Mint Ice Cream Cookie SandwichIt’s three desserts in one: a thick patty of mint ice cream smashed between two candy-studded, chocolate fudge cookies.Buy it!$4,walmart.com
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WINNER: BEST NOVELTY
M&M’S Mint Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich
It’s three desserts in one: a thick patty of mint ice cream smashed between two candy-studded, chocolate fudge cookies.
69of 76WINNER: BEST ICE CREAM BARMagnum Mini Dark Chocolate Truffle Bars"I hid the box from my husband so I wouldn’t have to share—and I’d do it again!” a tester admitted after sampling the dark-chocolate ice cream with ganache swirls cloaked in a decadent chocolate shell.Buy it!$4,target.com
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WINNER: BEST ICE CREAM BAR
Magnum Mini Dark Chocolate Truffle Bars
“I hid the box from my husband so I wouldn’t have to share—and I’d do it again!” a tester admitted after sampling the dark-chocolate ice cream with ganache swirls cloaked in a decadent chocolate shell.
70of 76WINNER: BEST MEATBALLSApplegate Well Carved Organic Mediterranean Style MeatballsMade with dark-meat turkey, lentils, feta cheese and spinach, they heat up plump and juicy, testers said.Buy it!$7,applegate.com
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WINNER: BEST MEATBALLS
Applegate Well Carved Organic Mediterranean Style Meatballs
Made with dark-meat turkey, lentils, feta cheese and spinach, they heat up plump and juicy, testers said.
Buy it!$7,applegate.com
71of 76WINNER: BEST PEPPERONIHormel Pepperoni Cup n' CrispWhen cooked, the pepperoni curl up and brown on the edges—reminding many of a favorite pizzeria. Gushed a tester: “Amaaaaazing!“Buy it!$4.50,target.com
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WINNER: BEST PEPPERONI
Hormel Pepperoni Cup n' Crisp
When cooked, the pepperoni curl up and brown on the edges—reminding many of a favorite pizzeria. Gushed a tester: “Amaaaaazing!”
72of 76WINNER: BEST TUNAStarkist Creations Microwavables Tuna Latin CitrusTossed in a zesty lime and jalapeño sauce, the medley of tuna, quinoa, beans and corn is ready to eat in30 seconds.Buy it!$2,target.com
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WINNER: BEST TUNA
Starkist Creations Microwavables Tuna Latin Citrus
Tossed in a zesty lime and jalapeño sauce, the medley of tuna, quinoa, beans and corn is ready to eat in30 seconds.
73of 76WINNER: BEST PORKHillshire Farm Beer BratwurstAfter grilling, the compliments rolled in: “Well-seasoned,” “Malty and moist” and “Five-star sausage!“Buy it!$5,hillshirefarm.com
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WINNER: BEST PORK
Hillshire Farm Beer Bratwurst
After grilling, the compliments rolled in: “Well-seasoned,” “Malty and moist” and “Five-star sausage!”
Buy it!$5,hillshirefarm.com
74of 76WINNER: BEST BREAKFAST SAUSAGENiman Ranch Smoked Bacon Uncured Breakfast Sausage"Outstanding in every way!” a staffer said of these heat-and-eat links made with applewood-smoked bacon.Buy it!$6,nimanranch.com
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WINNER: BEST BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
Niman Ranch Smoked Bacon Uncured Breakfast Sausage
“Outstanding in every way!” a staffer said of these heat-and-eat links made with applewood-smoked bacon.
Buy it!$6,nimanranch.com
75of 76WINNER: BEST TURKEYButterball Simple Seasonings Pesto Parmesan Crusted Turkey"I felt like a real chef,” said a tester, who raved about the tasty seasoning, thinly cut fillets and easy-to-follow directions.Buy it!$8,butterball.com
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WINNER: BEST TURKEY
Butterball Simple Seasonings Pesto Parmesan Crusted Turkey
“I felt like a real chef,” said a tester, who raved about the tasty seasoning, thinly cut fillets and easy-to-follow directions.
Buy it!$8,butterball.com
76of 76WINNER: BEST HOT DOGBall Park Fully Loaded Nacho Cheese FranksFilled with cheddar, the franks have great snap and a subtle nacho flavor that pairs well with classic condiments.Buy it!$5,ballparkbrand.com
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WINNER: BEST HOT DOG
Ball Park Fully Loaded Nacho Cheese Franks
Filled with cheddar, the franks have great snap and a subtle nacho flavor that pairs well with classic condiments.
Buy it!$5,ballparkbrand.com
source: people.com
