Two Ingredient Decadent Snacks

Simple.
Delicious.
Sweet and Salty.

I’m not one for complex recipes, so these are perfect staples that we usually have on hand in our fridge or freezer. They’re also a “fancy” treat to bring to friend-gatherings and somehow never fail to impress even though they’re so easy!

Share in the comments if you try these or what your favorite simple snack is!

Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

Ingredients:
-Large soft dates with pits removed (we get them for a good price at Trader Joes)
-Peanut butter (or other nut butter)
*sea salt (optional but recommended)

How to:
-Cut each date in half lengthwise and fill each half with nut butter.
-Sprinkle sea salt on top.
-Store in the fridge or freezer.
*you can also add hemp seeds or chocolate chips into the nut butter!

Nutrition:
Dates are high in disease fighting antioxidants, vitamin B, C, and iron. Their high fiber content helps to counteract the natural sugars to keep your blood sugar more stable.

By pairing them with the healthy fat of a nut butter, you increase your body’s ability to absorb the vitamins and nutrients of the date, as well as further stabilize your blood sugar. Truly a perfect little snack :)

Chocolate Dipped Banana Chips

Ingredients:
-Banana chips (preferably ones without added sugar)
-Dark chocolate melted (a dark chocolate bar or dark chocolate chips)
*sea salt (optional but recommended)

How to:
-Cover a tray with parchment paper.
-Melt the chocolate in a small bowl in the microwave for 20 second intervals, stirring each time so it doesn’t burn.
-Dip each banana chip into the chocolate and then place them on the parchment paper.
-Sprinkle with sea salt and place in the fridge or freezer to harden. I like to store them in the fridge because it keeps them cold and crispy!

Nutrition:
Though banana chips have less nutrient density than a raw banana due to processing, they still contain essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber and are a great snack option. If you can find them without added sugar, that’s ideal, as many dried fruits contain unnecessary added sugars, so check the labels!

Consuming dark chocolate that is over 70% cocoa provides powerful antioxidants, magnesium, zinc, and iron. Chocolate that doesn’t contain dairy also allows for the antioxidants to be more effectively absorbed in the body. You don’t have to buy the expensive chocolate chips labeled “dairy-free,” just find a good dark chocolate bar and check the label for milk, cream, etc. Often if it’s over 70% dark chocolate, it doesn’t contain dairy.

Happy snacking!