• Gert's Real Marshmallow with a Drizzle of Askonosie Fair Trade Dark Chocolate from

    Gert’s Marshmallows

    Gert’s Marshmallows … Organic, Vegetarian Real Marshmallows. Gert’s Marshmallows contain organic Marshmallow root.  If your first thought was “I didn’t know there was such a thing as marshmallow root”  or “Marshmallows contain marshmallow root?”  …  Well, most products on the market today are not real marshmallows … just sugar, water and gelatin (yuk!). Gert’s Marshmallows […]

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    Gert’s Marshmallows

  • Coconut Mushroom Noodle Soup

    Gert’s Recipe Box

    Coconut Mushroom Noodle Soup Ingredients: 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 cup coconut milk, 4oz thin wheat or rice noodles, 1 scallion, 1 red bird chili, 2 kaffir lime leaves, 1 portabella mushroom, big handful of baby spinach, fresh lime and cilantro. 1. Cut mushroom into medium dice and sauté in a little of the solidified […]

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    Gert’s Recipe Box

Before the Storm ...

About Us

Balance is key – in desserts, in spices, and most definitely in life! Gert’s Snacks & Spices is an organic snack & spice market, dessert parlor, candy shop and green grocer located in Highlands, New Jersey. Just a glimpse of what will be available: various teas and coffee drinks, homemade desserts featuring Gert’s Marshmallows, a spice counter for the cooking […]

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Gert's Real Marshmallow with a Drizzle of Askonosie Fair Trade Dark Chocolate from

Gert’s Marshmallows

Gert’s Marshmallows … Organic, Vegetarian Real Marshmallows. Gert’s Marshmallows contain organic Marshmallow root.  If your first thought was “I didn’t know there was such a thing as marshmallow root”  or “Marshmallows contain marshmallow root?”  …  Well, most products on the market today are not real marshmallows … just sugar, water and gelatin (yuk!). Gert’s Marshmallows […]

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Dessert and Drinks Counter

Since Superstorm Sandy’s destruction, we will be re-opening as a slightly different market with a much bigger counter. Our Dessert & Drinks counter will offer a variety of pies, desserts from around the world, iced and hot teas and coffee.  Come in for a pot of delicious tea and a piece of pie. Try something new and different: […]

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Thai Coconut Chili Relish

Beginning in July 2016, Gert’s Thai Coconut Chili Relish will be available for purchase online. 

Gert’s Thai Coconut Chili Relish is a delicious way to snack.  Dip bite-size pieces of pineapple, mango, apple or bananas into Gert’s Thai Coconut Chili Relish and enjoy the spicy sweet sensation.

A word of caution … it’s HOT, so dip sparingly.

Some other serving suggestions:  (1) Sprinkle over grilled fish with a squeeze of lime juice (2) mix with melted butter for dipping fish or vegetables; (3) Easy Thai fruit salad (recipe included); (4) sprinkle on top of chocolate-iced cupcakes or brownies; or (5) mix into hot cooked rice.  Let your imagination be your guide.