Banana Nut Bites

Snacks, snacks, snacks! Such an important part of my day. Mixing protein, fiber, healthy fats, and a little bit of sweet is the perfect combo. Keeps your blood sugars consistent and it doesn't hurt that these little bites are DELICIOUS! These are like mini frozen candy bars. Can't. Get. Enough....

Slice 1 banana on an angle to make larger slices

Spread with your favorite nut butter 

Top with super dark chocolate and chia seeds. My favorite is Endangered Species 88% dark chocolate 

Apricot Pecan Granola Bars

Having amazing snacks are a necessity in my book, and there's nothing better then granola bars. It's easy to get them at the store, buttttt it's much more fun playing with flavors and textures that I personally like. These babies will pump you full of energy, healthy fats, and a nice curb to your sweet tooth!   

-1/2 Cup unsweetened almond butter

-1/2 Cup unsweetened apple sauce

-1/3 Cup grade A or B maple syrup  

-1 tsp vanilla extract  

-1 tsp salt  

Combine the above ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Next add:

-2 1/2 Cups rolled oats  

-1/3 Cup raisins

-1/2 Cup chopped dried Turkish apricots  

 -1/2 Cup chopped pecans 

Spray a mini muffin tin and fill each muffin hole with the granola bar batter up to the top. Bake at 350 for 11-12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow these to cool fully before taking them out of the pan. This recipe makes 30-32 granola bites. Each is approx 95-100 calories per bite.  

Raw Peanut Butter and Chia Tart

TGIF! Weekends are made for no hassle sweet treats. This raw tart fits the bill. Make it in individual serving by using tart shells or a muffin tin, or make one big one with a brownie pan! If you've got littles at home this is something they can definitely help with. Lightly sweet, and oh so perfect. Enjoy!

Crust-

-1 1/2 cups oats

-4 dates (if you don't have dates use 1/4 cup raisins)

-1/4 cup water

-Dash salt

-2-3 Tbs almond butter

-Blend together in a food processor. Press into one 8x8 brownie pan or 4 individual tart pans. Set aside

Filling-

-1 cup low fat plain yogurt (my favorite is Snowville 2%)

-Heaping 1/4 cup natural peanut butter

-2 Tbs honey

-2 Tbs chia seeds

-Dash cinnamon 

Blend together well. Top the crusts with yogurt mixture. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes. Top with your favorite fruit!