The Climatarian Journal

The Climatarian Journal

A Guide to Green Living

The Climatarian Journal

Salted Dark Chocolate French Silk Pie with Olive Oil Whip
Salted Dark Chocolate French Silk Pie with Olive Oil Whip

Meet your new Thanksgiving showstopper: a Salted Dark Chocolate French Silk Pie made with rich Alter Eco chocolate and topped with an olive oil–laced whipped cream. It’s effortlessly elegant, deeply indulgent, and proof that chocolate deserves a place on every holiday table.

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Last-Minute Halloween Entertaining: The Spooky Charcuterie Board
Last-Minute Halloween Entertaining: The Spooky Charcuterie Board

Sweet, savory, and slightly spooky. This last-minute Halloween board pairs Alter Eco chocolate with seasonal fruit and cheese for an easy, elevated night in.

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Conscious Halloween: Your Guide to Sustainable Spooking
Conscious Halloween: Your Guide to Sustainable Spooking

This Halloween, skip the plastic and keep the magic. From compostable chocolate wrappers and ethical treats to thrifted costume ideas and low-waste party tips, our guide shows how to celebrate sustainably—without giving up the fun (or the chocolate).

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Pumpkin Mascarpone Orange Truffle Thin Bread
Pumpkin Mascarpone Orange Truffle Thin Bread

Fall’s favorite loaf just got a glow-up. This Pumpkin Mascarpone Orange Truffle Thin Bread layers warm spices, brown butter, and a creamy mascarpone swirl—then takes it over the top with shards of our citrusy Orange Crème Truffle Thin Bar baked right in.

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Chocolate & Books: The Alter Eco Fall Reading List
Chocolate & Books: The Alter Eco Fall Reading List

Cozy up this season with our Fall Reading List. We’ve paired eight of our favorite Alter Eco chocolate bars with books that feel just right for September—comforting, bold, and a little indulgent. Whether you’re diving into a classic novel or discovering your next great read, there’s an organic fair trade chocolate bar to match every story.

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Low Sugar Desserts to Ease Into Fall: Chocolate Avocado Mousse + 3 Easy Ideas
Low Sugar Desserts to Ease Into Fall: Chocolate Avocado Mousse + 3 Easy Ideas

Looking for a sweet treat without the sugar crash? Our No-Bake Chocolate Avocado Mousse is silky, indulgent, and secretly nourishing. Plus, discover three more easy, low sugar dessert ideas — from dates filled with dark chocolate to fruit drizzled in melted goodness. Perfect for easing into fall while keeping balance front and center.

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Back-to-School Snacks That Don’t Suck
Back-to-School Snacks That Don’t Suck

Upgrade your lunchbox game with healthy back-to-school snacks that actually taste amazing. Low sugar, high flavor, and 100% worth packing—chocolate included.

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Road Trip Snacks That Feel Like a Treat (Not a Gas Station Regret)
Road Trip Snacks That Feel Like a Treat (Not a Gas Station Regret)

Hit the road without the sugar crash. From homemade chocolate bark to clean, satisfying snacks that travel well, this guide helps you build the ultimate glove box snack kit—so every mile feels like a treat, not a regret.

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How to Create a Dessert Ritual: Your 10-Minute Wind-Down with Chocolate
How to Create a Dessert Ritual: Your 10-Minute Wind-Down with Chocolate

Unwind the sweet way. This 10-minute dessert ritual is your new favorite nighttime routine—complete with tea and chocolate pairings, mindful eating tips, and gentle journal prompts. Discover how a square of Alter Eco chocolate can turn your wind-down into a moment of calm, comfort, and self-care.

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Red, White, and Chocolate: 3 Unexpected July 4th Treats
Red, White, and Chocolate: 3 Unexpected July 4th Treats

Add a little sparkle to your holiday picnic! Our latest post, Red, White, and Chocolate: 3 Unexpected July 4th Treats, rounds up easy, festive chocolate desserts you can make with clean, sustainable ingredients — like DIY berry skewers, cookie sandwiches with Raspberry Truffle Thins, and nature’s fondue. Simple, nostalgic, and totally picnic-ready.

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Summer Morning Routine Ideas to Start Your Day Naturally
Summer Morning Routine Ideas to Start Your Day Naturally

Start your mornings slow, sunny, and intentional. From movement to mood-boosting breakfasts (yes, chocolate is involved), this post shares simple summer morning routine ideas to help you feel grounded and energized. Plus, we made you a free printable checklist to make it all feel effortless.

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Styled to Savor: 3 Summer Recipes That Prove Granola Isn’t Boring
Styled to Savor: 3 Summer Recipes That Prove Granola Isn’t Boring

Easy granola recipes for summer breakfasts, snacks, and everything in between. These quick, no-fuss ideas—featuring Alter Eco Granola—make the most of seasonal fruit, creamy bases, and serious crunch. Think: banana split breakfast bowls, grilled stone fruit crumbles, and matcha mint chip smoothie bowls you’ll want on repeat.

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Proof That Good Taste Travels: Alter Eco in the Press
Proof That Good Taste Travels: Alter Eco in the Press

Discover where Alter Eco has been making headlines. From top-tier wellness roundups to foodie features, we’re proud to be spotlighted by the press—one delicious bite at a time.

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S'more Than Just a Snack: Alter Eco’s Sweet Debut at Camp Poosh 2025
S'more Than Just a Snack: Alter Eco’s Sweet Debut at Camp Poosh 2025

Alter Eco brought the ultimate clean indulgence to Camp Poosh 2025 with a custom s’mores cart featuring our Classic Blackout, Burnt Caramel, and Sea Salt dark chocolate bars. Guests roasted vegan marshmallows by the fire pit, pairing them with artisanal cookies for the perfect better-for-you s’mores moment. 

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Italian carrot cake with chocolate ganache
Italian Carrot Cake with Alter Eco Super Blackout Ganache

Spring just got sweeter with Alter Eco’s Italian Carrot Cake, a vibrant, eco-friendly twist on a seasonal classic. Featuring low-impact carrots and our rich Super Blackout Chocolate ganache, this dessert blends indulgence with intention. With sustainable ingredients and a simple, elegant prep, it’s proof that baking with the planet in mind can still satisfy every craving. Let’s bake a difference—one delicious slice at a time.

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🌿 Win a Compost Bin That’s as Earth-Loving as You Are
🌿 Win a Compost Bin That’s as Earth-Loving as You Are

We’ve partnered with Bamboozle for a sustainable giveaway featuring their beautifully designed, fully compostable countertop bin made from plant-based Astrik. Enter now for a chance to win and turn your food scraps into soil—stylishly.

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Find Your Perfect Alter Eco
Find Your Perfect Alter Eco

Indulge in mindfully crafted chocolate and granola that’s as good for the planet as it is for your taste buds. At Alter Eco, every bite supports organic ingredients, regenerative farming, and fair trade practices—because delicious can also do good.

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Transparency & Trust: Clarifying the Gluten-Free Status of Alter Eco’s Burnt Caramel Bar
Transparency & Trust: Clarifying the Gluten-Free Status of Alter Eco’s Burnt Caramel Bar

At Alter Eco, we prioritize sustainability, ethical sourcing, and transparency at every step. Recently, we’ve received questions about the gluten-free certification of our Burnt Caramel chocolate bar due to a labeling change. While wheat is now declared on the ingredient panel due to an updated glucose syrup source, rest assured—our bar remains certified gluten-free, meeting the highest safety standards.

We work closely with the Gluten-Free Food Program (GFFP) to ensure compliance, and our products exceed FDA gluten-free requirements. Your trust means everything to us, and we’re committed to keeping you informed

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A Message from Our CEO
A Message from Our CEO
As 2024 comes to a close, I would like to thank everyone that has supported Alter Eco Foods over the past year. We have experienced significant growth amidst a number of adverse weather conditions on a global basis. Again, much...
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Mint Creme Holiday truffles
Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is just around the corner, and with it comes the hustle and bustle of finding the perfect gifts. But don’t worry—we’ve got your gift-giving covered! Because let’s be honest, the best gifts are the ones you can...
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fair trade thanksgiving
7 Easy Tips for a Healthy, Sustainable, and Delicious Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and, of course, great food. But amidst the celebrations, it’s also an opportunity to focus on making healthy and sustainable choices. Whether you’re crafting a plant-based Thanksgiving feast or simply looking for ways...
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