Friday, May 19th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

FRUITY WAFFLE

Try Self magazine’s healthy bite: top a whole grain waffle with 1 teaspoon low-fat cream cheese and ¼ cup blueberries. (Here's why you should always top cereal with blueberries.) 

Thursday, May 18th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

BAGEL WITH RICOTTA AND STRAWBERRIES

Sink your teeth into Real Simple’s tasty take on the bagel: Spread half of a small toasted whole grain “flat” bagel with 2 tablespoons fresh ricotta, then top with 1/3 cup sliced strawberries and drizzle with 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar. (Incorporate these healthy breakfast ideas into your diet, starting today.) 

Wednesday, May 17th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

SWEETISH NUTS

Give boring nuts (the best disease fighter in your pantry) a healthy boost with Sweetish Nuts from nutritionist Brooke Alpert, which are sugar-free but still manage a natural sweetness from the spices. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive in a large bowl. Add 4 ounces shelled raw walnut halves, 4 ounces shelled raw pecan halves, and 4 ounces raw cashews. Massage in the spices well, then place on baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. Store in an airtight container once cooled. 

Tuesday, May 16th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

GOUDA - TOPPED APPLE SLICES

Thinly slice 1 ounce of smoked Gouda cheese on honey crisp apple slices for an ideal balance of protein, carbs, and fat, recommends Christine Avanti, chef, nutritionist, and author of Skinny Chicks Eat Real Food For a different flavor (and fewer calories), swap out the Gouda for a naturally lighter option. 

Monday, May 15th 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTA

Try this Real Simple treat: Top 5 halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons fresh goat cheese, then sprinkle with chopped herbs (chives, basil, or parsley) that you can grow right in your home garden.

Friday, May 12nd 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

CHOCOLATE-DUNKED STRAWBERRIES

Try Prevention’s easy way to sweeten up strawberries: Drip 10 medium strawberries into 1 fat-free pudding cup for a light and healthy filler. Since this combo is a proven aphrodisiac, it's best eaten with your significant other.

Thursday, May 11st 2017
Christine Angela
Writing A
#HealthyFancySnacks

CHOCOLATE-DRIZZLED FRUIT KEBOBS

Health magazine skewers 1 strawberry, 2 blueberries, 1 piece each kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple, and then drizzling with 1 teaspoon Hershey’s chocolate syrup for a filling, fruit dessert that quenches a chocolate craving too.