Archive note: This is my original 2016 review of Go Ahead snacks. I was gifted the products for review. The range, packaging, ingredients, nutrition information, prices and availability may have changed since then, so this is preserved as part of the Clarissa’s Corner lifestyle archive rather than as a current buying guide.
A Box of Go Ahead Goodies
I was lucky to be sent a big silver box containing lots of Go Ahead products to try. I had eaten some before, but there were plenty of new additions to discover.
There were two packs of cookies — chocolate and orange, and white chocolate and raspberry — along with Yogurt Breaks, Crispy Slices and Fruity Bakes.
They were incredibly handy to keep in my bag or in the car. Of course, being a mum means nothing is ever entirely yours, and Monkey soon took a liking to my goodies too. When she started moaning in the car, the Go Ahead stash came into play!
The Very Glamorous Appeal: No Washing Up
I have never been much of a breakfast person. One thing I liked about the slices was simply how easy they were: open the packet, eat them and throw the wrapper away. No washing up, drying or putting anything away. Sometimes convenience wins.
At the time I felt that having something to eat in the morning helped me avoid the energy slump I often experienced. That’s just my personal memory of using them, rather than a nutritional claim.
I couldn’t choose a favourite from the selection. I was genuinely disappointed when the box came to an end — enough that I went out and bought some more myself, including a cherry flavour.
What Was in the 2016 Range?
The box included flavours across several ranges, including Forest Fruit, Strawberry, Cherry, Tropical, Raspberry, Apple, Orange and Blueberry. There were also the chocolate-and-orange and white-chocolate-and-raspberry cookies.
The original post listed pack sizes, RRPs and Slimming World Syn values. I have removed those figures from this refreshed archive because they were recorded in 2016 and should not be relied upon for products sold today. Check current packaging and official programme information if you need up-to-date nutrition or dietary details.
Would I Have Bought Them Again?
Yes — and I did. For me, the biggest appeal was that they were inexpensive, easy to throw into a bag and useful when I wanted something convenient on the go. Monkey enjoying a nibble meant I didn’t always get to keep them to myself, obviously.
Gifted review: the products featured in the original 2016 post were supplied for review. No payment was received for the post.
From the same era of the archive, you can also read my Katsu Curry post and my visit to Bakers V Fakers.
