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C-Store Favorites that Keep Kids Stopping In

Today’s students love ready-to-eat convenience store foods,1 which can often draw them away from school during lunchtime. But by serving c-store favorites that meet K12 nutritional requirements in the cafeteria, you can keep kids on campus and keep your menu exciting. Here are some ways to bring those pit-stop top picks to your tables.
1 PR Newswire 2022

91% of Gen Z Enjoy a C-Store Experience

PR Newswire 2022

BREAKFAST TIME HITS

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These A.M. bites aren’t unlike the kinds that kids pick up on the way to school. Have them hot and ready in the morning or midday as breakfast-for-lunch specials.

combo bar chorizo

HORMEL® BREAKFAST COMBOS® and JENNIE-O® Turkey Chorizo, Egg & Cheese Bars #136296

combo cheese bar
HORMEL® BREAKFAST COMBOS® Ham, Egg & Cheese Bars #41902
combo bar
HORMEL® BREAKFAST COMBOS® Pork Sausage, Egg & Cheese Bars #08583

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Highlight the variety of flavors—especially chorizo for the kids who love globally inspired food.

WARMER CASE WINNERS

corn dogs

Similar to the foods found in front-and-center c-store heat displays, these corn dogs, patties and nuggets are easy to serve and easier to enjoy.

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Serve in a paper boat to complete the warmer case experience.

ROLLER GRILL HEROES

Nothing says “convenience store” like roller grills. These kielbasas and franks let you menu those favorites without the additional equipment.

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Menu them as “Roller Grill Style” and offer an array of condiments to mimic the c-store setup.

SNACK TIME STARS

Peanuts, peanut butter and CORN NUTS® packets are easy grab-and-go snacks in convenience stores—and even more convenient when available in the cafeteria.

honey roasted peanuts

PLANTERS® Honey Roasted Peanuts Packets #123293

salted peanuts

PLANTERS® Salted Peanuts Packets #123447

corn nuts original

CORN NUTS® Kernel Packets #135546

peanut butter

SKIPPY® Creamy Peanut Butter Packets #114731

peanut butter snack

SKIPPY® Natural Peanut Butter Spread Packets #114734

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The brands and flashy packaging are the draw, so set them out in easy-to-see places.

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