Healthy Treats??

amatrey17 · January 2012

So I have a HUGH sweet tooth and I usually end the day with a few hershey kisses

I am looking for alternative snacks that are sweet.. any ideas??

LoreleiWalks · January 2012

Oh boy! I can totally relate. I've got a sweet tooth the size of Texas.

As far as TREAT treats - I really like the Dove Promises - especially when I don't chomp 'em down in 2 seconds flat - LOL. If you have access to a Trader Joe's - I love the chocolate-covered treats they offer. Their dark chocolate-covered raisins are one of my favorites.

Another yummy sweet (but healthy) treat is to mix grapes, sour cream, and a bit of brown sugar (to taste). It might sound odd, but it is really delicious. My mom gave me that recipe. I have put my own twist on it by using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Can't wait to read other suggestions..

Onelovemomma · January 2012

Sugar free fudgesicles, usually less than 60 calories.

robinreed10 · January 2012

My friend made some BLACK BEAN brownies...and they were FANTASTIC!!!

JamesonsMommy · January 2012

deep chocolate vitatops

throw it in the microwave for a few seconds and it is just like a warm brownie

Icklemellie · January 2012

frozen yoghurt and hersheys special dark mini chocolate bars they are like 70cals they are my chocolate fix when i need it x

porterca · January 2012

My friend made some BLACK BEAN brownies...and they were FANTASTIC!!!

Do you happen to have the recipie? Those sound interesting!

LoreleiWalks · January 2012

deep chocolate vitatops throw it in the microwave for a few seconds and it is just like a warm brownie

amen to that!

re08scue · January 2012

I just discovered Terra Veggie Chips. I bought the sweet potato & beet ones. A little sweetness from the potato. A WHOLE lot less salt. Very tasty. And I found that while I didn't quite stop at 12 chips, I didn't eat the whole bag either, because I found it filling.

12 Chips:
120 calories
35 g sodium
12 fat
2 fibre
3 sugar
1 protein

mae1020 · January 2012

I mix a container of salt free mixed nuts, a cup of raisons, 1/4 cup of coconut and 1/4 cup chocolate chip morsels. I put in little containers. This way I can take them to work and just have a little treat when I need something to snack on.

stephenatl09 · January 2012

I mix 1 scoop ON chocolate Casein protein with just a little water. It makes a great tasting pudding and protein packed.

bcampbell54 · January 2012

Depending on what "a few" hershey kisses means, I would stick to that.

dls06 · January 2012

40 cal fudge pops, fat free pudding.

Bentley2718 · January 2012

I use fruit to keep my sweet tooth in check. I also love the freeze dried fruit crunchies. As a treat, you can also have chocolate dipped strawberries. They give you the taste of chocolate, but it's mostly strawberry--and, at least to me, they feel really indulgent.

Yotulip · January 2012

I recently melted a small bar of very high cocoa chocolate (the one that is high in antioxidants), mixed in a load of walnuts, almonds and brazils then drained then in a sieve put them out to dry. With the dribbles left in the bowl I painted the choc onto dried apricots... its made a LOT of nibbles. I put a few choccie ones in my snack pot with non choc ones.. couldn't give you the stats but they are lovely - especially the almonds and the apricots.

laineyluma · January 2012

I'm not huge on sweets but when I want something sweet I eat half an apple and 1 tbsp of peanut butter or the "dark chocolate dreams" peanut butter from Peanut butter and Co with a slice of whole wheat toast and sliced strawberries on top

jefron · January 2012

The recipe for the Brownies is simple.
1 box of brownie mix.
1 can of Black Beans.

Put beans (liquid and all) and blend them in food processor or blender for 2 minutes
Mix contents of Brownie mix with blended beans stir wll until mix is glossy.
Bake according to Box Directions.

They are great!

Clkafka · January 2012

I also love the vitatop muffins. I have also replaced my chocolate fix with ghirardelli 72% dark chocolate squares and I have only one square. But if I don't have many calories left and I need a sweet fix, I make celestial seasons sugar cookie herbal tea and add stevia to it. It is sweet, yummy, and soothing.... and 0 calories. : )

blink1021 · January 2012

I like the fiber one brownies they are really good and only 90cal.

wifeyreebs · January 2012

I can relate to this because I'm always fearful I'll ruin all my hard work by caving into my cravings.
For my sweet tooth I've found a couple of things over the years that seem to help:

Emerald cocoa roast almonds 1/4 c for 150 calories
Tootsie Rolls 6 rolls for 140 calories OR Tootsie Pops 1 for 60 calories
Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches 100 calories each.
In the grand scheme of things 5 Hershey Kisses isn't all that bad either.

Cape Cod 40% reduced fat chips are great too! You can eat around 23 chips for 150 calories.

Good luck!

InTenn · January 2012

Skinny Cow Sugar Free Ice Cream Sandwiches - 140 calories, but wonderful, vanilla with a chocolate cookie outside.

Black bean brownies are 80-100 calories each - take a box of brownie mix and a 15 oz can of black beans (unseasoned). Puree the beans (or somehow mash to a liquid) and mix in the brownie mix. Place in a 9x13 and bake according to instructions on the brownie box (350 for 30 minutes I think). Very moist and fudgey. My kids loved it, then found out what was in it. Eventually, they accepted them.

elg1982 · January 2012

Oranges, Pineapples, Strawberries, and Apple with some honey.

pink59eldo · January 2012

Sounds interesting and makes sense. Kind of like a can of pumpkin or applesauce in a cake mix. Thanks for the post, I can't wait to try it!

Jessika616 · January 2012

I only bought vita tops once...and never again. Instead of seconds, I read minutes...there was a fire in my microwave. Lol I am now traumatized.

InTenn · January 2012

Another good one is fat-free blueberry yogurt with 1/4 cup Kashi berry crunch cereal. Also around 160 calories, good fiber, calcium, and protein. Sweet tasting.

jefron · January 2012

I also like having low fat ice cream. Buy a kitchen scale and follow the serving portions. Also use small spoons and plates so the quantity looks like more and take your time eating it. Another great recipe that is AMAZING is the Dark Chocolate mousse recipe from Ellie Krieger. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/dark-chocolate-mousse-recipe/index.html You wont even notice it is light and good for you.

JenniferAConley · January 2012

What is the calorie for a square on the brownies made with black beans?

MinnesotaManimal · January 2012

Protein Fluff, it is so variable in what you want it to be, Think Creamy desert ( consistency of whipped cream or cool whip) with berries
It is insanely filling
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/1823-protein-fluff

MrsDrake678 · January 2012

I eat 2 no sugar added fudgecicles with 1 tbs peanut butter. put the pops in the microwave for about 15 sec just to get them off the stick then stir in the peanut butter. Tastes just like a reeses peanut butter cup! 170 cals...yummy!