I’ve always been one of
those people that needs something sweet after dinner. It
doesn’t need to be fancy, just something to satisfy my sweet tooth and stop it
from nagging me. But sticking to just a small, sweet snack can be tricky.
Let's
be honest: Anything that seriously satisfies our sweet tooth isn't
going to be the epitome of a healthy meal. Though all of these snacks contain
(gasp!) sugar, we aimed to find lower-sugar options that offer something
beneficial, whether it be a sneaky superfood (like strawberries and grapes) or
additional nutrients like fiber or protein.
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry
Combat chocolate’s
not-so-healthy side by using it as a semi-sweet jacket on superfoods, like strawberries!
Dip and let set in the refrigerator until the chocolate coating has hardened.
Smoothie
It’s easy to find an easy, healthy smoothie recipe
for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. In fact, here are 54
healthy smoothie recipes sweet enough to fill any of those cravings.
Cafe Mocha
This is the perfect way to get a kick of caffeine
and a serving of dark chocolate all at once. Opt for low-fat milk and stick to
a small size to keep the calorie count low.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pretzels
A little salty sweet combo can cure those sugary
cravings. Microwave 1 square of dark chocolate and 1 teaspoon natural peanut
butter until melted, and dip 1 large or 10 mini pretzel rods.
Hot Chocolate
Skim (or soy) milk can make a healthful base to this
slightly sweet drink—just don’t overdo it on the chocolate syrup.
Trail Mix (with Dark Chocolate)
A small serving of a healthy mix of nuts like
almonds and pistachios with a few nice chewy pieces of dried fruit (like
cranberries or cherries) and some dark chocolate pieces makes a great snack mix
with good nutritional value too.