ltimes on a whole food diet are actually pretty easy. I have over 300 recipes on this blog that make perfectly balanced breakfasts, lunches, and dinners… but what about healthy snacks? In my experience, snacking is the biggest challenge when transitioning to unprocessed food. The cravings for a sugary or processed snack come on strong. There are times when you want to run straight towards the nearest convenience store to devour every bag of junk food in sight.
1-Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Pecans
PrintINGREDIENTS
1 pound pecans raw halves
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt optional
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Combine the above ingredients in the slow cooker. Stir pecans to coat with honey and spices.
- Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes.
- Turn on low, stir occasionally and cook for approximately 1 hour.
- Transfer nuts to a baking sheet and cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
2-No-Bake Fudge Brownie Bites
INGREDIENTS
1 cup dates no added sweeteners
1/2 cup almonds raw
1/2 cup walnuts raw
1/4 cup cocoa good quality
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon water use additional water if needed
1 tablespoon cocoa optional
DIRECTIONS
- In a food processor combine walnuts ad almonds and pulse to a crumb-like consistency…being sure to leave some coarse pieces for texture. Remove nuts and place in a medium bowl.
- Combine crumbled nuts with cocoa and vanilla, mix with a large spoon.
- Add dates to the food processor and pulse several times until they are a gooey consistency.
- This is very important…must be very gooey, as in one big ball. Add to nut mixture along with vanilla and water. You will need to use your hands to knead the mixture until there is one large ball…this will take a few minutes. Shape into 1-2 inch truffles as seen in photo.
- Combine additional cocoa and sprinkle on half of the truffles (optional). If preferred, shape into small bars instead of balls. Cover and refrigerate. Enjoy!
