Healthy Sweet Snacks
Delicious and nutritious snacks that satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your health, perfect for busy individuals and families.
Ingredients
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips At least 70% cocoa content
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch salt
Berry Chia Pudding
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk Or any milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh to taste berries For topping
Healthy Banana Oat Muffins
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- A pinch salt
- Optional add-ins: nuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Coconut Macaroons
- 2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch salt
Apple Nachos
- 2 apples, sliced
- 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey Optional
- 2 tablespoons granola
- Dark to taste chocolate chips Optional
- Chopped to taste nuts Optional
Healthy Chocolate Avocado Pudding
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch salt
- Almond milk as needed for consistency
Instructions
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, dark chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once set, transfer the bites to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Berry Chia Pudding
- In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the mixture thickens.
- Once thickened, stir the pudding and top with fresh berries before serving.
Healthy Banana Oat Muffins
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, rolled oats, almond milk, honey, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- If desired, fold in nuts, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruit.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool before removing them from the tin. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for later.
Coconut Macaroons
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine shredded coconut, honey, egg whites, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture and form small mounds on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.
Apple Nachos
- Place apple slices on a plate in a single layer.
- Drizzle almond butter or peanut butter over the apple slices.
- Sprinkle granola, dark chocolate chips, and chopped nuts on top. Drizzle with honey if desired.
- Enjoy immediately as a fun and healthy snack.
Healthy Chocolate Avocado Pudding
- In a blender, combine avocado, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- If the pudding is too thick, add almond milk a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Transfer the pudding to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Healthy sweet snacks are a lifestyle choice that can lead to improved health and well-being by incorporating wholesome ingredients. Experiment with recipes and enjoy guilt-free treats!