The CACFP Unallowable Food List: What You Can’t Serve in CACFP 

Left side shows a green apple with a green checkmark above it; right side shows a red X and a pile of french fries.

Serving meals in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a rewarding way to ensure high-quality nutrition for those in care. However, the “crediting” rules—the rules that determine if a food is eligible for reimbursement—can be a learning curve for some. Serving a non-reimbursable food item doesn’t just impact nutrition; it means your […]