Healthy Versions of Unhealthy Snacks

Baked Buffalo Wings

Ingredients
for 1 serving

1 lb chicken wings
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
BUFFALO SAUCE

1 cup hot sauce
1 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
2. Remove excess moisture from chicken wings with a paper towel.
3. In a large bowl, stir in baking powder and salt until chicken is thoroughly coated.
4. Bake on a baking rack for 1 hour, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping every 20 minutes. (For best results, place baking rack on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper or foil to catch drippings).
5. In a skillet, combine buffalo sauce ingredients on medium heat.
6. Then stir in chicken wings until fully coated.
7. Serve with your favorite side dish or dipping sauce.
8. Enjoy!

Chocolate Chip Edible “Cookie Dough”

Ingredients
for 6 servings

2 cups cashew
2 tablespoons coconut oil
3 tablespoons agave
¼ cup almond flour
½ cup chocolate chip

Preparation

1. Soak cashews in boiling water for two hours.
2. Drain the cashews and blend in a food processor for 30 seconds. Pour in coconut oil and agave and blend for 1 minute.
3. Scrape down sides and add in almond flour. Blend until smooth, approximately 2-5 minutes.
4. Remove the mixture from the food processor and transfer to a food storage container and stir in chocolate chips.
5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
6. Enjoy!

Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Tots

Ingredients
for 3 servings

1 large head broccoli
⅓ cup panko breadcrumb
⅓ cup fresh chive, chopped
⅔ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Grate the broccoli with a coarse cheese grater.
3. Transfer the grated bits to a medium bowl and season with a ¼ teaspoon of the salt. Mix the broccoli until well incorporated.
4. Let the broccoli sit for 20 minutes until the salt has drawn out some of the moisture.
5. Pour the broccoli into a clean kitchen towel and twist to strain as much liquid as you can.
6. Place the grated broccoli back into a bowl and mix with the breadcrumbs, chives, cheddar, garlic, remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt, pepper, and egg, and mix until well combined.
7. Form the mixture into 15 even sized tots and transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 20-24 minutes, flipping each halfway through.
9. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce.
10. Enjoy!

Healthy Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt

Ingredients
for 4 servings

3 bananas, frozen, sliced
1 cup greek yogurt
1 cup peanut butter
½ cup mini dark chocolate chips

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients except the chocolate chips into a food processor or high-speed blender, process until consistent color and completely smooth.
2. Pour into a pan. Mix into dark chocolate chips and smooth into an even layer.
3. Freeze 2 hours, or until frozen but still a little soft for scooping. (If freezing overnight, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, but let it sit out at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before scooping).
4. Scoop into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
5. Enjoy!

Zucchini Fries

Ingredients
for 1 serving

2 zucchinis
1 cup panko breadcrumb
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
GREEK YOGURT CHIVE DIP

1 cup plain greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh chive
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Cut zucchini into fries and set aside.
3. In a large bowl combine panko, parmesan, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or dish.
5. Dip zucchini in eggs, coating evenly, and then toss in bread crumb mixture.
6. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Prepare dip while fries are baking. Combine all dip ingredients in a small bowl and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
8. Enjoy!

Sweet Potato Chips

Ingredients
for 1 serving

1 large sweet potato, or large yam
4 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
2. Cut sweet potato into ⅛ inch (3 mm) to ¼ inch (6 mm) slices.
3. In a medium bowl, toss slices with olive oil until fully coated.
4. Add seasonings and toss until fully coated.
5. Arrange slices on a baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25 - 35 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Allow slices to cool to room temperature.
8. Enjoy!