We heart dark chocolate
And your heart does too.
Dark chocolate can be the ultimate secret weapon when you’re craving a treat.
It’s made from just cocoa solids, cocoa butter and sugar. The higher the percentage of solids, the more pure, rich chocolate flavor it has.
Cocoa is rich in flavanols. Flavanols act like antioxidants, which can help to protect against heart disease and lower your risk for type 2 diabetes.1 Cocoa-rich dark chocolate contains two-to-three times more flavanols than milk chocolate.
When choosing chocolate, choose at least 70% cocoa to get flavanols, minerals (iron, magnesium) and less sugar. Remember that dark chocolate is fairly high in calories (150-170 calories per ounce). When you indulge, be mindful of portion size. Have a square after a meal or before bedtime as a treat.
Sparingly add dark chocolate to oatmeal, frozen treats or smoothies. Or, try our healthy and delicious recipes.
Choose your toppings to satisfy your taste buds. Store half the bar or share it.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Place a sheet of parchment paper over a dinner plate and set aside.
- Melt dark chocolate in the microwave for about 1 minute. Stir and microwave for another 20-30 seconds if necessary.
- Using the back of a spoon, spread the melted chocolate on the parchment-lined plate. Add topping combination, sprinkling on top of chocolate. Lightly press into the formed bar. Place in the refrigerator for 5 minutes or until hardened. Break in half for 2 servings.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 68 Calories
- 5g Total Fat
- 2g Saturated Fat
- 0mg Sodium
- 0mg Cholesterol
- 7g Total Carbs
- 2g Fiber
- 3g Sugars
- 2g Protein
- 117mg Potassium
These muffins are packed with whole grains and bananas. They are a tasty breakfast or snack option.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a regular-sized muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix bananas, honey, vanilla, egg, oil and Greek yogurt until well combined. Add flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Mix until combined. Stir in ⅓ cup chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top. Bake for 25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 177 Calories
- 7g Total Fat
- 2g Saturated Fat
- 135mg Sodium
- 16g Cholesterol
- 29g Total Carbs
- 4g Fiber
- 15g Sugars
- 4g Protein
- 117mg Potassium
Start your day with this creamy, dreamy, balanced meal-in-a-glass.
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Ingredients
Preparation
- Place all ingredients except ice in a high-speed blender.
- Puree until smooth.
- Add a handful of ice and blend.
- Add more until you’ve reached desired consistency.
Nutrition
(per serving)- 415 Calories
- 6g Total Fat
- 1g Saturated Fat
- 366mg Sodium
- 0g Cholesterol
- 50g Total Carbs
- 13g Fiber
- 22g Sugars
- 33g Protein
- 592mg Potassium
Share one of these tasty treats with someone you love.
Want more healthy recipes? These 5 hearty soup, stew and chili recipes are easy to prepare, healthy and delicious.
1https://www.heart.org/en/news/2019/02/12/are-there-health-benefits-from-chocolate
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