Confession: I dream about snacks. All the time. Is this a curse? I say no, it’s a gift. Sweet, salty, crunchy or smooth, I like to tell myself that I’ve mastered the art of crafting snacks. But, when it comes to concocting a new recipe, I do have a few requirements. They must be exceptionally easy, at least a little nutritious and 100% delicious. So, I wanted to share 10 of my most awesome snack hacks perfect for after-school noshing with the kids. Try them out, and I guarantee you will be dreaming about snacks too.
1. Justin’s® Snack Packs
recipe: peel, dip, devour! throw one in your lunch box or keep on hand for a delicious after school pick-me-up!
benefits: gluten free, portion controlled, 3-5 grams protein, vegan, kosher
2. Chocolate Hazelnut Banana “Nice” Cream
recipe: in a food processor, blend together 2 frozen bananas, 2 tablespoons almond milk and 3 tablespoons Justin’s® chocolate hazelnut butter until creamy and smooth. enjoy! [serves 2]
benefits: low sugar, high in potassium, vegan, gluten free
3. Maple Almond Butter Yogurt Parfaits
recipe: layer plain greek yogurt, gluten-free granola, berries, bananas and Justin’s® maple almond butter for a delicious snack packed with protein.
benefits: high protein, gluten free
4. Peanut Butter Strawberry Graham Stackers
recipe: spread graham crackers with Justin’s® peanut butter and top with sliced strawberries for a fun twist on a pb&j.
5. Peanut Butter Apple Sandwiches
recipe: slice an apple horizontally into circles, remove core with a small cookie cutter and fill with Justin’s® peanut butter. stack and enjoy!
benefits: gluten free, low sugar
6. 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies
recipe: mash together 2 ripe bananas with 1 cup gluten-free oats. drop tablespoon size balls of dough on a baking sheet and bake @350 for 12-15 minutes. drizzle warm cookies with melted Justin’s® peanut butter. devour.
benefits: low sugar, gluten free
7. Vanilla Almond Butter Cookie Dough Dip
ingredients:
1/4 cup Justin’s® vanilla almond butter
1.5 cups garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained)
1/4 cup organic stevia (or other sweetener)
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
pinch of salt
pinch of baking powder
1/3 cup chocolate chips
recipe: in the bowl of a food processor, combine all ingredients except chocolate chips. blend until smooth and fully combined. stir in chocolate chips. eat raw or use as a dip for graham crackers, pretzels, apples etc.
benefits: low sugar, high protein, gluten free
8. Chocolate Hazelnut Energy Bites
recipe: melt ½ cup Justin’s® chocolate hazelnut butter and 1 tablespoon coconut oil in microwave (about 20 seconds) to soften. mix in ½ cup gluten free oats, ¼ cup shredded coconut and 1 teaspoon honey. shape into 1 inch balls and refrigerate.
benefits: low sugar, high protein, gluten free
9. Loaded Nut Butter Apple Nachos
ingredients:
sliced apples
coconut, chocolate chips, chopped nuts
Justin’s® nut butter
recipe: layer sliced apples with toppings of choice and drizzle with your favorite Justin’s® nut butter.
benefits: gluten free, vegan
10. Mini Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Brownie Bites
recipe: stuff your favorite brownie bites with Justin’s® mini peanut butter cups and drizzle with extra peanut butter for the cutest little treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
