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Healthy recipes for you and your family to make at home!

BANANA ICE CREAM

SAUTÉED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH APPLE AND PECANS

PAPAYA PEANUT SALSA

PICKLED CABBAGE AND CARROTS

SNEAKY MASHED POTATOES

SURPRISE FRIES (EGGPLANT DIPPERS)

The Fruit Loop

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Dec 30

We are grateful for the support of @KingArthurBaking for our DC program!⁠
Brighter Bites shares King Arthur Baking's mission to transform food⁠
systems to be more accessible and just. We believe everyone⁠
deserves the right to access and eat nourishing, culturally relevant food. ⁠
Thank you for helping further our mission in the Washington, D.C. metro area!⁠

Dec 29

Make your year-end donation today! ⁠
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Your donation to Brighter Bites provides critical access to fresh produce and nutrition education for under-resourced communities. Give a life-changing gift for a healthier tomorrow. Make your year-end contribution today!⁠
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www.brighterbites.org/healthyholidays2025

Dec 26

San Diego Friends!⁠
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This year has been one of transition, growth, and determination for Brighter Bites San Diego. Following the +BOX merger with Brighter Bites earlier this year, our team has been hard at work strengthening partnerships, aligning systems, and laying the foundation for a stronger, more sustainable future.⁠
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We’re thrilled to share that Brighter Bites San Diego is now active at 9 schools across North County, supporting 925 families with fresh produce and the tools to build healthier habits at home!...and more growth to come in 2026.⁠
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An anonymous local donor has pledged to match all gifts, up to $100,000, through December 31. Every dollar you give will be doubled—helping us provide nourishment today and healthier outcomes for the future. Please consider donating to support our San Diego program today!⁠
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bit.ly/3Y4dlLd

Dec 23

We are thankful for the support of The Burton Family Foundation for our Phoenix program!⁠
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With the support of partners like The Burton Family Foundation, we’re able to continue creating meaningful, lasting change in over 1,900 families and teachers across Phoenix. Thank you for being a valued partner in this mission! 🥑🍅

Dec 22

Give the Gift of Health! 🎁🫐🥑🍓⁠
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Your year-end donation to Brighter Bites brings fresh produce and nutrition education to families in need. Help us build a healthier future—one bite at a time.⁠
www.brighterbites.org/healthyholidays2025

Dec 19

Happy Holidays from Brighter Bites!⁠
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Thank you for helping us grow healthier communities one fruit and veggie at a time.⁠
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Wishing you joy, health, and a fruitful new year ahead!⁠
The Brighter Bites Team

Dec 19

We’re incredibly grateful for our partners at @HEB for helping make our work possible in Texas!❤️⁠
Your support helps us create healthier communities and change lives! 🍉🥦🍊#HEBHelpingHere

Dec 15

🧁 Happy National Cupcake Day! 🎉⁠
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We’re celebrating with a sweet twist — Carrot Cupcakes made with whole grains, fruits, veggies, and lots of flavor! Perfect for little bakers, family kitchens, and anyone who loves a treat with a healthy spin.⁠
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Ingredients:⁠
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1½ cups whole wheat flour⁠
2 tsp ground cinnamon⁠
1 tsp baking soda⁠
½ tsp salt⁠
1 cup unsweetened applesauce⁠
½ cup honey⁠
1 egg⁠
¼ cup unsalted light butter⁠
2 Tbsp sugar⁠
1 tsp vanilla extract⁠
2 cups shredded carrots (about 5 carrots)⁠
¼ cup raisins⁠
¼ cup chopped walnuts⁠
Cooking spray or paper liners⁠
Directions:⁠
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Preheat oven to 350°F.⁠
Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.⁠
In a large bowl, beat applesauce, honey, butter, egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.⁠
Add dry ingredients and mix until combined — batter will be thick!⁠
Stir in carrots, raisins, and walnuts.⁠
Spray a muffin pan or add liners; divide batter evenly.⁠
Bake 22–24 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.⁠
Nutrition (per mini muffin): 89 calories; 16g carbs; 2g fat; 2g protein; 2g fiber⁠
Cost: Just $2.76 for the entire batch of 24!⁠
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🥕✨ Celebrate National Cupcake Day with a treat that brings sweetness and goodness in every bite!

Dec 13

We had the BEST time with the 3rd graders at Kashmere Gardens Elementary!⁠
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The class had a blast making our “Better Than Ranch” dip and “Yellow Smoothie” recipe. It was the perfect mix of hands-on learning and tasty fun — every table got to measure, mix, and create their own recipe! 🥕🍋🥰⁠
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The kiddos were so excited, and they even received take-home recipe cards to share with their families. Nothing beats seeing their smiles and curiosity in action!

Dec 12

We were lucky to receive donated Fruit Bliss Mini Apricots in NYC, enjoyed by hundreds of Brighter Bites families—including those at PS 19Q in Queens 💛⁠
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We swapped raisins for the fresh, flavorful apricots in our Crunchy Celery & Apple Salad, and families loved it. Fresh swap, big flavor! 🍎🥬⁠
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Fruit Bliss has been a valued partner of Brighter Bites for several years, and we’re deeply grateful for their continued support in helping families discover delicious, nourishing foods.

Dec 9

We are so thankful!⁠
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Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, this year’s silent auction raised $225,515, surpassing our expectations and creating meaningful impact for our mission. These funds will help support our programming from coast to coast, providing over 35,000 individuals with the fresh produce and nutrition education they need to live healthier lives.⁠
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We’re grateful for everyone who contributed and helped strengthen our impact through this event. With your support, more families can experience a healthy life and brighter future!⁠
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Thank you,⁠
The Brighter Bites Team

Dec 5

⏰ 24 hours left! The Brighter Bites Auction closes tomorrow at 8 PM CT.⁠
A few of our favorite lots still have no bids — meaning you can snag an incredible deal at a great price while supporting families with fresh produce. Bid now! Swipe through to see some the best remaining deals then head to www.brighterbites.org/silentauction25 to place your bid!

Dec 4

💚 Bringing fresh food, fun learning, and healthy habits to families every day! From nutrition education to delicious produce, we’re here to make healthy living easier — one bright bite at a time. 🌈🥕🍎

Dec 2

A single mom feeding her kids with dignity.⁠
A teacher learning to cook healthier meals.⁠
A campus transformed by access to fresh fruits and veggies.⁠
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These are the stories behind every Brighter Bites bag, made possible with your support.⁠
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Make your #GivingTuesday gift today. Every dollar fuels healthier kids and stronger communities.⁠
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Dec 1

Today we’re celebrating one of the crunchiest, juiciest, most delicious ways to fuel your body. Red apples are packed with fiber, vitamins, and natural sweetness — the perfect bite for snacking, lunchboxes, or adding to your favorite fall recipes!⁠
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Grab a red apple, take a crunchy bite, and join us in spreading healthy habits one snack at a time!

Nov 27

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂💚⁠
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Today we’re celebrating family, friends, and fresh, healthy food that brings us all together. From our Brighter Bites family to yours, thank you for supporting communities of health — one fresh bite at a time! 🥕🍎🥦⁠
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✨ Wishing you a day full of gratitude, joy, and delicious moments!

Nov 26

💚 Feeling extra thankful today! 🌟⁠
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Shoutout to the amazing volunteers, partners, supporters, families, and school communities who make the magic happen! 🥕🍎🥦 Your time, energy, and love help us sprinkle fresh, healthy bites into every community we touch.⁠
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Together, we’re not just sharing food — we’re growing health, happiness, and brighter futures.⁠

Nov 25

The auction opened yesterday and bidding is already hot — jump in!⁠
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Our Premier Sports & Collector’s Showcase:⁠
🏆 Indian Wells Finals⁠
🎾 Miami Open⁠
🚙 1996 Ford Bronco⁠
🍷 Mirror Napa Valley Signed Trio⁠
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Bid now at the link in bio!

Nov 24

🎉 Surprise! Our Brighter Bites Silent Auction is open early — as in, open NOW!⁠
We were supposed to launch Dec 1… but we’re too excited to wait. 😄⁠
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Start browsing & bidding today - link in bio!⁠
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Special thanks to Jazlyn & Josie from Booker T. Washington Elementary, a Brighter Bites school in Las Cruces, New Mexico for starring as our talking produce!🍎🍇💚

Nov 23

❤️ Deep gratitude to @yourtaylorfarms, @mdandersoncancercenter , @uthealthhouston in Houston, and our generous individual supporter Tonya Antle for sponsoring our Silent Auction!⁠
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Their support helps Brighter Bites deliver fresh fruits, vegetables, and nutrition education to families nationwide.⁠
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Thank you for helping us turn every bid (and every bite!) into impact. 🍎⁠
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Today is the last day to register to be entered into our Vitamix raffle — don’t miss your chance! Find the link in our bio to register now!⁠