A common goal for many in the new year is to work toward a healthier lifestyle. However, sometimes making changes like these can be very difficult, especially for those with a busier lifestyle. These ten treats are delicious and can help keep you on track to achieve your goals in 2025.
Frozen chocolate-covered bananas
These treats can be far more exciting than just chocolate and banana. Half-Baked Harvest’s recipe provides numerous ways to spruce it up, like adding peanuts and honey, honey and sea salt, or jam and coconut.
Cookie dough balls
Protein or healthy cookie doughs are always trending online. For this recipe, Erin Lives Whole provides a simple recipe for those who feel intimidated by the protein powders and unusual healthy ingredients found in a lot of popular healthy cookie dough recipes.
No bake cookies
If you prefer a chocolate peanut butter dessert, this is right up your alley! Best of all, as explained in their name, there is no oven required for these cookies! Plus, they can be made on just one pan.
Fruit dip
Craving something just a little sweeter than fruit? Try making a homemade fruit dip with better-quality ingredients. In this recipe, greek yogurt is sweetened with some cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup. This makes it a perfect pair with almost any fruit, including apples, peaches, strawberries, and more.
Frozen yogurt bark
This recipe is fairly similar to the fruit dip but combined into one frozen element. This recipe is also flexible, so you can add any fruit or nut to the topping of the bark, making it versatile and fit for any fruit craving.
Kale chips
Although kale chips are controversial, they taste delicious if prepared the right way. The key to a delicious kale chip is the right amount of oil and seasoning!
Healthy whole-wheat Chex mix
Chex mix is a delicious snack, but your body will thank you for a healthier version. By making your Chex Mix at home, you can trade out different ingredients for ones you like better than the traditional.
Homemade fries
French fries can be much healthier if they are not cooked in a fryer. By baking your french fries in the oven or an air fryer, you are avoiding added calories and unhealthy fats. Don’t worry, they’re still delicious!
Homemade baked potato chips
Just like the french fries, avoiding fryer oil will save you from the added fats and calories. Baking chips in the oven or air fryer can keep that traditional crunch. This is also a great way to experiment with different seasonings!
Trail mix
Trail mix is another versatile snack perfect for any taste buds. Whether you lean toward a nut-heavy mix or something with more dried fruits, there are so many ways to change up your trail mix every day.
Living a healthier lifestyle does not mean you have to give up your favorite foods altogether. These swaps are meant to satisfy those cravings and will hopefully give you the boost and consistency you need to take on 2025!
