Indulge in a Healthy Sundae treat

Tips for creating nutritious & delicious treats that you and your family will enjoy all summer long. 

Often times when we think of enjoying a treat, we may think of words like, indulging. Actually when I looked up the definition of indulge, the sentence summed it up!

in-dulge
verb
allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of. 
Example sentence: "we indulged in some hot fudge sundaes" 

I'm forever seeking tricks to creating healthy treats that not only taste delicious but offer little guilt~ and honestly, knowing the treats are healthy, I'm ok with a little indulgence-often!

One of the best tips I've learned for making treats healthy is to add protein to a snack or treat as the protein will help to fill us up~therefore, we typically eat less.  I look to add plant proteins like nuts, seeds, beans, legumes, soy, etc.  I've also learned that if I make the treat look like other, "indulgences" I seem to enjoy it more, and so does my family!

Here's a couple recipes that feel like you may have indulged but truly you are eating a healthy snack~

Blueberry Sundae Delight

Put 1/4 cup plain yogurt in bottom of sundae glass (I use plain greek yogurt as it offers low sugars and high protein)
Add 1 scoop protein powder  (I use Shaklee Life protein powder as it is natural, non-gmo, and truly delicious).
Top with another 1/4 cup of plain yogurt
Add a handful of blueberries or any berries!
Add a dollop of Truwhip
Add a cherry!
~ENJOY~

Packed with protein, this treat is very easy to make and seriously delicious and if I do say so myself,  beautiful!

Craving chocolate or love coconut?  This is another favorite: 

Coconut Chip Sundae Dream

Simply layer the protein powder between yogurt and top with chocolate chips, coconut & a cherry!

You could definitely add nuts, seeds, other berries, bananas, etc. I'd love to know how you would create a healthy sundae! What toppings or ingredients would you add in?

Below are a few of my favorite, "indulgent" products!

Shaklee Life Protein Powder

Truwhip

A yummy and healthier alternative to other whip toppings. 

Stonyfield Organic Greek Yogurt

(Healthy) Pumpkin Fudge Recipe

                   (Healthy) Pumpkin Fudge

Yes, I have fallen for the pumpkin-flavor craze, or maybe its the cinnamon!
Either way, if you enjoy the fall flavors and a quick, healthy snack, you'll love these easy to make fall-flavored treats.

This recipe is a spin off the Peanut Butter Fudge recipe here on my blog with just a few tweaks to add in the fall flavors~

INGREDIENTS: 

1 Cup Vanilla Protein Powder-I use Shaklee Brand
1 Cup Crunchy Cereal (I like Enjoy Life brand-typically found in gluten-free isle)
1 Cup Chocolate Chips (can use carob chips, raisins, cranberries, nuts, granola, etc.)
3/4 Cup Organic Almond Butter (or other nut or non-nut butter)
3/4 Cup mix of Natural Maple Syrup and Honey
1/4 Cup Organic Pumpkin-I used the Farmers Market brand
1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice 

DIRECTIONS:

Place all ingredients into mixing bowl. Use large spoon to stir until completely blended.

Roll or scoop into small individual balls. I use a small scooper, shown below to keep it simple.

May be enjoyed right away. Keep extras in refrigerator or freeze. 

Makes several dozen.

This healthy “fudge” offers a great amount of protein, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates. They are perfect for  after school snacking, for a quick and tasty energy boost, after workout nourishment, or anytime!

 ~Enjoy~

To your health,

 Denise Gaskell

Gaskell Healthy Solutions

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