Deliciously healthy treats
/By Lisa Sherman, Nutritionist
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If you are like me and sometimes crave something sweet, it’s good to have a few quick and tasty treats available. Below are some of my go-to recipes that will satisfy that sweet craving and yet are still good for you as they are high in antioxidants and healthy fats.
Foods high in antioxidants such as blueberries, dark chocolate and pecans, provide numerous benefits across most of our body systems. Improved digestive function, immune system support, nervous system function, plus healthy liver and kidney function, and also relieve stress, fatigue and improve sleep quality.
These recipes are all easy to make, are family friendly and can also make a great dessert option if entertaining…just remember to keep an eye on portion size.
RECIPE – BLUEBERRY + COCONUT CHOCOLATE BARK
Serves 6 | Preparation time 15mins | Freezing time 30mins
Ingredients:
o Dark chocolate, high-quality, min 70% cocoa, 100g
o Sea salt, pinch
o Dried blueberries, 40g roughly chopped
o Coconut flakes, 2 tablespoons
Method
o Line a small tray with baking paper and set in the fridge.
o Break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a small saucepan with a few cms of boiling water.
o Once melted, remove from heat and pour onto tray, allow to cool for 2mins.
o Sprinkle with blueberries and coconut flakes.
o Place the bark in freezer for 30mins, before breaking up into individual pieces.
RECIPE – CHOCOLATE COATED DATES
Makes 6 | Preparation time 15mins | Fridge time 2 hours
Ingredients:
o Dark chocolate, high-quality, min 70% cocoa, 100g
o Medjool dates, 6 pitted
Method
o Line a small tray with baking paper.
o Break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a small saucepan with a few cms of boiling water.
o Once melted, using a spoon carefully roll each date in the chocolate and place on tray.
o Place the dates in the fridge for 2 hours to set.
RECIPE – CHOCOLATE NUT DELIGHT
Serves 4 | Preparation time 15mins | Fridge time 2 hours
Ingredients:
o Dark chocolate, high-quality, min 70% cocoa, 100g
o Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, brazil nuts), non-salted, roughly chopped, ½ cup
Method
o Line a small tray with baking paper.
o Break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a small saucepan with a few cms of boiling water.
o Once melted, add the mixed nuts and stir until all coated. Pour onto tray in an even layer.
o Place the tray in the fridge for 2 hours to set.
Note: all prepared items will store in fridge in air-tight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
