Acceptability of insect-fortified snacks among school children in Madagascar

Edible insects have been an important part of the human diet throughout history. They represent a low-cost, climate friendly, and culturally acceptable food in Madagascar, with nutritional profiles akin to meat. Insects contain valuable bioavailable protein, iron, zinc, and fiber. In this acceptability study, we determined that three different recipes of our insect-fortified snack crackers are safe, nutritious, and acceptable to children.