Is On the go trail Kosher?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I look at the source of every component to determine dietary compliance. The peanuts are straightforward: roasted in vegetable oils and salt. These are inherently Kosher. The raisins are similarly simple, dried with a bit of sunflower oil to prevent clumping.

The complex part of this mix is the cocoa gems. These are essentially candy-coated chocolate bits. The coating contains hydrógenated palm kernel oil and cocoa powder, which are fine. However, we must look at the whey powder and nonfat milk powder. These indicate the product contains dairy. While dairy requires Kosher supervision, these powdered forms are standard in confectionery and are typically processed under Kosher certification. The soy lecithin used as an emulsifier is derived from soybeans and is universally accepted as Kosher.

Finally, the sunflower kernels are roasted with the same vegetable oil blend as the peanuts. The coloring agents—turmeric oleoresin, spirulina extract, and vegetable juice—are all plant-derived colorants. There are no hidden animal-based dyes like cochineal. The presence of carnauba wax (a plant wax) for shine is also acceptable. Therefore, the profile supports a Kosher verdict.

Nutritional Value

From a nutritional standpoint, On the go trail is an energy-dense snack. It is high in calories primarily due to the sugar content in the cocoa gems and the natural sugars in the raisins. The fats come from the nuts and the oils used for roasting, which are mostly unsaturated (canola/sunflower) but include some saturated fat from the palm kernel oil in the candy coating.

It fits well into a diet where you need quick fuel, such as hiking or a pre-workout snack, because of the carbohydrate density. However, for sedentary individuals watching their sugar intake, this mix should be consumed in moderation. The protein content is decent thanks to the peanuts and sunflower kernels, helping to balance the sugar spike.