The craving for warm, comforting snacks grows as fall’s crisp, chilly breeze sets in and the sun dips earlier. And who says snacking must be unhealthy? In this article, weāll give you a list of healthy snacks you can make this fall. The best part? You can make them in minutes!
Banana maple yoghurt parfait
Snack healthy with a cup of Banana maple yoghurt parfait.
You can make yourself a tasty cup of banana maple yoghurt parfait in just five minutes. This is one of the healthiest snacks you can have this fall. Bananas are rich in potassium and other nutrients that help your heart health and support your digestive system.
In this recipe, banana bread granola is used. If you donāt have this, itās okay to use banana slices and some chopped nuts. Yoghurt is a probiotic that helps to regulate your gut health. Combining these two foods with maple syrup delights your taste buds, keeps your stomach full, and helps your body function better.
Pumpkin pie energy bars
Aside from the brown and fallen leaves, nothing signifies the beginning of the fall season as pumpkins do. If youāre looking for an on-the-go solution to your hunger, this snack is just what you need.
You donāt need any expertise to make a pumpkin pie energy bar. Just blend the ingredientsāsliced pumpkins, dates, cashews, other desired nuts, and some protein powderāin a food processor. Shape the batter and heat in a pan. Afterwards, place it in the freezer until it freezes. Itās really that simple. This snack is also vegan-friendly.
Pumpkin cheese muffin
Another pumpkin recipe! Impress visitors and friends with this easy-to-make pastry.
When properly made, a pumpkin cheese muffin can stay moist and fresh for days. Its sweet and savoury flavour profile adds to its many reasons for being loved. Moreover, it is easy to make and can be done in minutes.
Instead of baking regular muffins this fall, try these pumpkin cheese muffins. It may become your next best pastry.
Roasted pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds contain a large amount of antioxidants. Antioxidants help maintain balance in the body and prevent dangerous diseases like cancer. When roasted, pumpkin seeds become appetizing snacks.
One helpful tip for making the best roasted pumpkin seeds is to boil them lightly for a few minutes before roasting. This allows the seeds to roast evenly. Donāt worry, in spite of the boiling time, preparing this snack takes only minutes.Ā Add chilli powder, paprika, and salt to make the seeds savoury. For sweet roasted pumpkin seeds, use maple syrup or honey.Ā
You can add roasted pumpkin seeds to mashed avocados to make a delicious spread for bread.
Baked cinnamon apple chips
This one takes a little longer to make. You may also need to improve your apple-slicing skills before hopping on this one. Otherwise, get a food slicer here to cut your apples into thin slices. The thinner the slices, the crispier your chips.
In some recipes, you bake for over an hour or two, but really, any time between one hour and above is okay. Just make sure to sprinkle enough cinnamon powder on the apple slices before baking. Your best bet is to use an air fryer.
Caramel apple trail mix
This snack mix reminds me of the TikTok trend that starts like this: āHi, Iām y/n, and I brought the bowlā. Then the bowl is passed to other members playing the game and each person pours in the sweet they brought until the bowl is filled up.
The caramel apple trail mix recipe works the same way. It contains a variety of treats ranging from crunchy to chewy. You will find caramel chips, apple chips, butter popcorn, cinnamon sugar pretzels, and lots of different nuts in a typical mix. Some people add sweets to their mix, but remember, we are trying to make this snack as healthy as possible.
Salted honey sesame almonds
This treat can be made in minutes, with only a few steps. Plus, itās so easy to make.
Nuts always make the perfect healthy snack but sometimes, just sometimes, a little razzle and dazzle wouldnāt hurt. Salted honey sesame almonds give a sweet and savoury twist to the regular, normal-tasting almonds.Ā When making salted honey sesame almonds, be generous with the honey, so it coats each almond well enough to achieve a uniform taste.Ā
Sweet potato bites
Sweet potato bites make the perfect sides and the perfect snacks. You can leave them naked or cover them up with toppings. This irresistible snack is made from sweet potatoes that have been deep-fried or oven-baked to give a crunchy outside, soft inside appetizer.
An ideal topping for this will be pureed avocado and chopped bacon. Or you can also opt for a roasted garlic dip.
Carrot raisin muffins
One of the beauties of muffins is how multiple different ingredients can be mixed into the batter. The complexity of flavours that follow such experimentation is always finger-licking delicious.
The carrot raisin muffin is an example of one of those genius experiments. The simplicity and added health benefits of its ingredients make it twice as good. You can have this as a hands-on snack, and it also works well for brunch.
Cinnamon-sugar roasted chickpeass
Chickpea is a type of legume that helps lower bad cholesterol in your body, to keep your heart healthy. It is famous for being the base ingredient in hummus and falafel.
But did you know it also makes a delicious snack? When roasted with cinnamon sugar, chickpeas go from being enjoyable to becoming irresistible. Whether youāre vegan, gluten or lactose-intolerant, or allergic to nuts, this snack is safe for you to eat. Furthermore, a single serving is only about 125 calories, making this snack healthy enough to be eaten every day.
In ConclusionĀ
Embrace the flavours of fall with these nutritious and effortless snacks. Perfect for busy days or cozy nights, these healthy treats will become your new seasonal staples. Stay cozy, snack healthy, and have a wonderful fall season!
