Hand Dipped Chocolate Fruit
Melt 2-3.5 ounce bars of 70% cacao chocolate in a double-boiler over medium heat. During the melting process add 2 tbsp butter and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue stirring until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate into 5 individual serving bowls and serve with fruit. Slice up apples, bananas, cantaloupe or whatever fruits you enjoy. Strawberries are especially great. Everyone takes their fork and dips the fruit into their individual chocolate bowl to enjoy an amazing treat. The natural sugars of the fruit actually sweetens the chocolate to perfection. Another variation is to finely chop nuts or use unsweetened shredded coconut. After dipping the fruit into the chocolate you then roll it in the nuts or coconut for a tasty variation.
Spiced Popcorn
Just about everyone likes popcorn and it makes a healthy snack. However, when you add butter you eliminate all of the health benefits. You can buy your own popcorn kernels and pop them on your stove yourself. It's a lot cheaper than the pre-packed bags and you can control the amount of salt. Plus, its more fun too. Add 2 tbsp oil into the center of a pot. Place 1/2 cup popcorn kernels on the oil. Add 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/4 tsp salt. Cover and heat on high until the kernels begins to pop. Reduce heat to medium. Be careful not to burn the popcorn. When the popping sound gets 2 seconds apart remove from heat. Keep your face away from the pot when removing the lid to avoid coming into contact with the steam. Pour into a serving bowl and enjoy.
Remember, the best way to enjoy treats is in moderation. For more healthy recipe ideas consider these Easy Veggie Meal Plans.
No comments:
Post a Comment