"Crunch Time: Uncovering the Forgotten History of Animal Crackers. For generations, the image of animal crackers has been synonymous with the red box and string of Barnum's, a beloved snack staple. However, a new discovery is set to shake up the origins of this childhood favorite, revealing that a Pennsylvania bakery may have actually been the first to craft these adorable treats. The bakery's claim to fame is being unearthed by historians, leaving many to wonder: how did Barnum's manage to become the iconic face of animal crackers, and what secrets lie behind this tasty tale of competition and innovation?"
The iconic red box with a string may be how you think of animal crackers today, but before Barnum's, this bakery in Pennsylvania made the cute treats.