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Cool Medjool Hazelnut Crunch – Cool Medjool
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Best Snacks + Breakfast 2026
$10.95
Two individually wrapped organic Medjool dates filled with crunchy hazelnut butter, double-enrobed in house-made, date-sweetened dark chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of activated buckwheat. Organic, plant-based, free from refined sugar and gluten, with fair-trade, sustainably sourced Peruvian Criollo cacao.
Clean Ingredients / Materials
Made with excellent clean ingredients, including Certified Organic ingredients. Plant-based. Refined sugar free. Gluten free. Vegan.
Ethical Practices
Cool Medjool formulates exclusively with whole food, certified organic ingredients, actively auditing its supply chain and obtaining organic certifications directly from farms and suppliers. Its cacao is 100% certified organic and fair-trade, sourced from the Indigenous-led Kemito Ene cooperative in Peru and is independently third-party tested for heavy metals and mycotoxins. The brand is committed to fair pay, safe and inclusive workplaces and is 70% women-owned, with a team representing diverse cultural backgrounds.
Sustainable Practices
Cool Medjool sources ingredients from optimal growing regions, prioritising certified organic suppliers and supporting biodiversity through partnerships such as the Indigenous-led Kemito Ene cooperative in Peru for cacao. All packaging is recyclable, compostable, or reusable, with single-use plastics avoided. Products are handmade in Brookvale, NSW, in small batches to minimise waste. Outbound shipping is consolidated and sea freight is prioritised for inbound packaging to reduce emissions. The brand also plans to implement farm-to-shelf traceability and explore composting or repurposing date pits.
Social Impact
Cool Medjool supports small and independent Australian businesses by sourcing ingredients such as Tasman sea salt, hazelnuts and buckwheat from local producers, including Totally Nuts in Queensland and Mindful Foods in NSW. The brand sources certified fair-trade cacao from the Indigenous-led Kemito Ene cooperative in Peru, ensuring fair compensation for farmers and supporting the preservation of Ashaninka agricultural knowledge and biodiversity. Cool Medjool also contributes to community health by offering whole food snacks made with certified organic ingredients and transparent labelling.
Product Reviews by Experts
I wasn’t fully prepared for how dangerously good this combination would be – chewy, creamy, and a little crunchy. The flavour is rich without being overwhelming, the chocolate mixed with the creamy caramel of the date, then the hero of the hazelnut spread – it was difficult to stop at one. Absolutely delicious!! What stands out most about Cool Medjool is how consistently they embed ethical, environmental, and social responsibility into their business. They prioritise certified organic, clean ingredients with strong traceability, including fair-trade cacao sourced from Indigenous-led cooperatives, reflecting a genuine respect for farming communities and long-term supplier relationships. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing and support of small, independent producers is also clear. Sustainability is evident throughout their operations, from recyclable and compostable packaging to emissions reduction in logistics and minimal production waste. Combined with a focus on fair workplaces and accessible, nourishing whole foods, Cool Medjool presents as a purpose-led brand where values genuinely guide decision-making.
These were such a pleasant surprise. They feel indulgent enough to satisfy a dessert craving, but because they’re made with simple whole food ingredients, you don’t get that heavy feeling afterwards. The combination of soft Medjool dates, crunchy hazelnut butter and rich dark chocolate is so good, and the activated buckwheat adds the perfect bit of crunch. They’re beautifully made and feel like a genuinely premium snack. I really love how much thought has gone into every ingredient and every decision. From sourcing fair-trade cacao through an Indigenous-led cooperative in Peru to supporting small Australian businesses and using compostable and recyclable packaging, it feels like they’ve built the brand around quality and integrity rather than taking shortcuts. For such a young business, the level of transparency and traceability is incredibly impressive, and it’s exciting to see a brand so committed to doing things well from the very beginning.
These were an absolute TREAT to eat- the freshest dates and such beautiful quality ingredients. They felt like such a nice end to the day, a sweet bite that didn’t leave you craving more afterwards thanks to the balanced, quality ingredient choices. Absolutely obsessed with how these turned out- the ingredients couldn’t be more perfect, each one clearly chosen with great care and strict exclusivity. I love that you are using activated nuts and third-party testing the cacao. Reading that the beautiful packaging is planet-friendly, and chosen to be recyclable or compostable is much-loved, too. I feel like every aspect of how Cool Medjool does business is thought about with care – and what an incredible result.
Cool Medjool Hazelnut Crunch – Cool Medjool
$10.95
I wasn’t fully prepared for how dangerously good this combination would be – chewy, creamy, and a little crunchy. The flavour is rich without being overwhelming, the chocolate mixed with the creamy caramel of the date, then the hero of the hazelnut spread – it was difficult to stop at one. Absolutely delicious!! What stands out most about Cool Medjool is how consistently they embed ethical, environmental, and social responsibility into their business. They prioritise certified organic, clean ingredients with strong traceability, including fair-trade cacao sourced from Indigenous-led cooperatives, reflecting a genuine respect for farming communities and long-term supplier relationships. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing and support of small, independent producers is also clear. Sustainability is evident throughout their operations, from recyclable and compostable packaging to emissions reduction in logistics and minimal production waste. Combined with a focus on fair workplaces and accessible, nourishing whole foods, Cool Medjool presents as a purpose-led brand where values genuinely guide decision-making. These were such a pleasant surprise. They feel indulgent enough to satisfy a dessert craving, but because they’re made with simple whole food ingredients, you don’t get that heavy feeling afterwards. The combination of soft Medjool dates, crunchy hazelnut butter and rich dark chocolate is so good, and the activated buckwheat adds the perfect bit of crunch. They’re beautifully made and feel like a genuinely premium snack. I really love how much thought has gone into every ingredient and every decision. From sourcing fair-trade cacao through an Indigenous-led cooperative in Peru to supporting small Australian businesses and using compostable and recyclable packaging, it feels like they’ve built the brand around quality and integrity rather than taking shortcuts. For such a young business, the level of transparency and traceability is incredibly impressive, and it’s exciting to see a brand so committed to doing things well from the very beginning. These were an absolute TREAT to eat- the freshest dates and such beautiful quality ingredients. They felt like such a nice end to the day, a sweet bite that didn’t leave you craving more afterwards thanks to the balanced, quality ingredient choices. Absolutely obsessed with how these turned out- the ingredients couldn’t be more perfect, each one clearly chosen with great care and strict exclusivity. I love that you are using activated nuts and third-party testing the cacao. Reading that the beautiful packaging is planet-friendly, and chosen to be recyclable or compostable is much-loved, too. I feel like every aspect of how Cool Medjool does business is thought about with care – and what an incredible result. Two individually wrapped organic Medjool dates filled with crunchy hazelnut butter, double-enrobed in house-made, date-sweetened dark chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of activated buckwheat. Organic, plant-based, free from refined sugar and gluten, with fair-trade, sustainably sourced Peruvian Criollo cacao.
Categories: Best Snacks + Breakfast 2026
$10.95
I wasn’t fully prepared for how dangerously good this combination would be – chewy, creamy, and a little crunchy. The flavour is rich without being overwhelming, the chocolate mixed with the creamy caramel of the date, then the hero of the hazelnut spread – it was difficult to stop at one. Absolutely delicious!! What stands out most about Cool Medjool is how consistently they embed ethical, environmental, and social responsibility into their business. They prioritise certified organic, clean ingredients with strong traceability, including fair-trade cacao sourced from Indigenous-led cooperatives, reflecting a genuine respect for farming communities and long-term supplier relationships. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing and support of small, independent producers is also clear. Sustainability is evident throughout their operations, from recyclable and compostable packaging to emissions reduction in logistics and minimal production waste. Combined with a focus on fair workplaces and accessible, nourishing whole foods, Cool Medjool presents as a purpose-led brand where values genuinely guide decision-making. These were such a pleasant surprise. They feel indulgent enough to satisfy a dessert craving, but because they’re made with simple whole food ingredients, you don’t get that heavy feeling afterwards. The combination of soft Medjool dates, crunchy hazelnut butter and rich dark chocolate is so good, and the activated buckwheat adds the perfect bit of crunch. They’re beautifully made and feel like a genuinely premium snack. I really love how much thought has gone into every ingredient and every decision. From sourcing fair-trade cacao through an Indigenous-led cooperative in Peru to supporting small Australian businesses and using compostable and recyclable packaging, it feels like they’ve built the brand around quality and integrity rather than taking shortcuts. For such a young business, the level of transparency and traceability is incredibly impressive, and it’s exciting to see a brand so committed to doing things well from the very beginning. These were an absolute TREAT to eat- the freshest dates and such beautiful quality ingredients. They felt like such a nice end to the day, a sweet bite that didn’t leave you craving more afterwards thanks to the balanced, quality ingredient choices. Absolutely obsessed with how these turned out- the ingredients couldn’t be more perfect, each one clearly chosen with great care and strict exclusivity. I love that you are using activated nuts and third-party testing the cacao. Reading that the beautiful packaging is planet-friendly, and chosen to be recyclable or compostable is much-loved, too. I feel like every aspect of how Cool Medjool does business is thought about with care – and what an incredible result. Two individually wrapped organic Medjool dates filled with crunchy hazelnut butter, double-enrobed in house-made, date-sweetened dark chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of activated buckwheat. Organic, plant-based, free from refined sugar and gluten, with fair-trade, sustainably sourced Peruvian Criollo cacao.
Categories: Best Snacks + Breakfast 2026
I wasn’t fully prepared for how dangerously good this combination would be – chewy, creamy, and a little crunchy. The flavour is rich without being overwhelming, the chocolate mixed with the creamy caramel of the date, then the hero of the hazelnut spread – it was difficult to stop at one. Absolutely delicious!! What stands out most about Cool Medjool is how consistently they embed ethical, environmental, and social responsibility into their business. They prioritise certified organic, clean ingredients with strong traceability, including fair-trade cacao sourced from Indigenous-led cooperatives, reflecting a genuine respect for farming communities and long-term supplier relationships. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing and support of small, independent producers is also clear. Sustainability is evident throughout their operations, from recyclable and compostable packaging to emissions reduction in logistics and minimal production waste. Combined with a focus on fair workplaces and accessible, nourishing whole foods, Cool Medjool presents as a purpose-led brand where values genuinely guide decision-making. These were such a pleasant surprise. They feel indulgent enough to satisfy a dessert craving, but because they’re made with simple whole food ingredients, you don’t get that heavy feeling afterwards. The combination of soft Medjool dates, crunchy hazelnut butter and rich dark chocolate is so good, and the activated buckwheat adds the perfect bit of crunch. They’re beautifully made and feel like a genuinely premium snack. I really love how much thought has gone into every ingredient and every decision. From sourcing fair-trade cacao through an Indigenous-led cooperative in Peru to supporting small Australian businesses and using compostable and recyclable packaging, it feels like they’ve built the brand around quality and integrity rather than taking shortcuts. For such a young business, the level of transparency and traceability is incredibly impressive, and it’s exciting to see a brand so committed to doing things well from the very beginning. These were an absolute TREAT to eat- the freshest dates and such beautiful quality ingredients. They felt like such a nice end to the day, a sweet bite that didn’t leave you craving more afterwards thanks to the balanced, quality ingredient choices. Absolutely obsessed with how these turned out- the ingredients couldn’t be more perfect, each one clearly chosen with great care and strict exclusivity. I love that you are using activated nuts and third-party testing the cacao. Reading that the beautiful packaging is planet-friendly, and chosen to be recyclable or compostable is much-loved, too. I feel like every aspect of how Cool Medjool does business is thought about with care – and what an incredible result. Cool Medjool Hazelnut Crunch – Cool Medjool
Two individually wrapped organic Medjool dates filled with crunchy hazelnut butter, double-enrobed in house-made, date-sweetened dark chocolate and finished with a sprinkle of activated buckwheat. Organic, plant-based, free from refined sugar and gluten, with fair-trade, sustainably sourced Peruvian Criollo cacao.
Categories: Best Snacks + Breakfast 2026
I wasn’t fully prepared for how dangerously good this combination would be – chewy, creamy, and a little crunchy. The flavour is rich without being overwhelming, the chocolate mixed with the creamy caramel of the date, then the hero of the hazelnut spread – it was difficult to stop at one. Absolutely delicious!! What stands out most about Cool Medjool is how consistently they embed ethical, environmental, and social responsibility into their business. They prioritise certified organic, clean ingredients with strong traceability, including fair-trade cacao sourced from Indigenous-led cooperatives, reflecting a genuine respect for farming communities and long-term supplier relationships. Their commitment to Australian manufacturing and support of small, independent producers is also clear. Sustainability is evident throughout their operations, from recyclable and compostable packaging to emissions reduction in logistics and minimal production waste. Combined with a focus on fair workplaces and accessible, nourishing whole foods, Cool Medjool presents as a purpose-led brand where values genuinely guide decision-making. These were such a pleasant surprise. They feel indulgent enough to satisfy a dessert craving, but because they’re made with simple whole food ingredients, you don’t get that heavy feeling afterwards. The combination of soft Medjool dates, crunchy hazelnut butter and rich dark chocolate is so good, and the activated buckwheat adds the perfect bit of crunch. They’re beautifully made and feel like a genuinely premium snack. I really love how much thought has gone into every ingredient and every decision. From sourcing fair-trade cacao through an Indigenous-led cooperative in Peru to supporting small Australian businesses and using compostable and recyclable packaging, it feels like they’ve built the brand around quality and integrity rather than taking shortcuts. For such a young business, the level of transparency and traceability is incredibly impressive, and it’s exciting to see a brand so committed to doing things well from the very beginning. These were an absolute TREAT to eat- the freshest dates and such beautiful quality ingredients. They felt like such a nice end to the day, a sweet bite that didn’t leave you craving more afterwards thanks to the balanced, quality ingredient choices. Absolutely obsessed with how these turned out- the ingredients couldn’t be more perfect, each one clearly chosen with great care and strict exclusivity. I love that you are using activated nuts and third-party testing the cacao. Reading that the beautiful packaging is planet-friendly, and chosen to be recyclable or compostable is much-loved, too. I feel like every aspect of how Cool Medjool does business is thought about with care – and what an incredible result.You Might Also Like