Best Hiking Snacks: Why We Always Bring Sourdough!

Best Hiking Snacks: Why We Always Bring Sourdough!

 

Planning a hike this summer? ☀️ Whether you're hitting the trails for a few hours at Lynn Canyon in Vancouver or spending the whole day outdoors hiking up to Lake Louise, what you bring to eat can make a big difference in how energized (and happy!) you feel. The good news? Atome Bakery's frozen, ready-to-bake sourdough bread is the perfect hiking companion!  

Here’s your ultimate guide to healthy, high-energy hiking snacks to fully enjoy your summer hikes in Canada 🏔️ 

 

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• Why Bring Sourdough Bread on a Hike?

Sourdough breads, especially when made out of rye or wholewheat flour, are rich in fiber and are naturally more digestible than regular bread and that’s a huge plus when going on a hike! We also recommend our multigrain sourdough baguette as they’re packed with fiber and minerals that give you long-lasting energy. For shorter, family-friendly hikes, our ciabatta rolls are ideal-easy to slice, perfect for sandwiches that hold up on the trail!  

Plus, it’s so easy to prep ahead! Our loaves and baguettes freeze beautifully and bake fresh in 30 minutes! Whether you’re heading out the next morning or planning for the weekend, you can bake it the night before and pack it up! 🎒

 

• Our Sourdough Lunch Ideas

Looking for something that’s easy to carry, won’t leak or get soggy and actually fills you up? Here are a few tasty combos with sourdough bread:

Turkey, cheese & leafy greens

French classic: butter, ham and cheese (always a hit…)

Hummus, roasted peppers & arugula (for our veggie friends!)

You can also use a firmer bread like our traditional sourdough baguette for easy slicing and zero sogginess! 😁

 

• High-Energy Snacks for Hiking 

The goal here is to spread out your energy evenly throughout the hike. Breaks are crucial to get the right boost of energy at the right time! 😉

Easy, quick and super effective when well chosen, try packing:

Mini sourdough sandwiches with almond or peanut butter (nuts are healthy fats and a great protein content!)

Dark chocolate and a piece of bread (always a mood boost!)

Dry fruits for a concentrated source of energy and nutrients, lightweight and easy to pack

Crouton-style chunks to dip in hummus for a good source of fiber and protein!

Tip: eat a snack before being hungry to never completely lash out. Eat when you see the hill you’re about to climb so that you’re full of energy while on the ascent! 

 

• Are Waffles and Pastries Good Hiking Snacks?

Absolutely! 🧇 Toasted in the morning before you hit the trails, our waffles are a fun and energizing snack. They’re lightweight, easy to carry, and give you a quick dose of carbs and joy during a break. Perfect to share and for keeping spirits high when legs get tired!

 

Final Hiking Snacks Checklist:

✔️ Bake your bread the day before 

✔️Get the waffles out of the freezer (toast them if you can)

✔️ Wrap your bread inside a dish towel for better conservation

✔️ Wrap sandwiches in beeswax wrap or parchment paper

✔️ Pack in layers: bread flat, toppings in separate containers

✔️ Dry fruits or nuts

✔️ Reusable napkins 

✔️ Water 

If you’re heading to the trails this weekend, stock up on our sourdough  👉 here