{"id":1000,"date":"2017-12-08T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/?p=1000"},"modified":"2023-02-06T10:04:27","modified_gmt":"2023-02-06T10:04:27","slug":"healthy-christmas-treats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/blog\/healthy-christmas-treats\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Christmas Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With Christmas approaching, it\u2019s time to start thinking about festive treats! Before you dive head-first into your sofa and snuggle up, you\u2019re going to need to cook up some Christmas cheer, because the holiday season isn\u2019t the same without delicious snacks at the table. Remember, go easy on the calories by making your snacks healthy. Here are our super tasty picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gluten-free gingerbread men<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your healthy holiday needs gluten free gingerbread men! They are great for baking with children, making for a lovely homemade Christmas treat for all the family. Gluten-free gingerbread men are low in calories and far healthier all-around, especially when compared to some of the usual festive snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/gingerbread-man.jpg\" alt=\"gluten free gingerbread man\" class=\"wp-image-1001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/gingerbread-man.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/gingerbread-man-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/gingerbread-man-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Healthy Mince Pies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mince Pies are a true classic at Christmas. This year, why not make them a little bit healthier? Indulge in your sweet tooth with low-calorie mince pies. There\u2019s no doubt they\u2019ll be a big hit in your home. When backing, steer clear of icing and use more fruits for extra fiber. You just can\u2019t beat mince pies at Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"633\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/mince-pies.jpg\" alt=\"healthy mince pies\" class=\"wp-image-1002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/mince-pies.jpg 633w, https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/mince-pies-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tasteinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/mince-pies-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grinch Kabobs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a quick and easy snack that\u2019s perfect for the kids to enjoy. It doesn\u2019t require any baking and can be made in big batches if you\u2019ve got the family coming over this weekend. To make Grinch kabobs, all you need are strawberries, green grapes, mini marshmallows, and skewers. The result is a \u2018Grinch-like\u2019 fruit snack that\u2019s fun and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Santa Strawberries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though Christmas isn\u2019t the season for strawberries, these little Santa treats are super healthy. Slice the tops of some strawberries to make the \u2018hat\u2019, add some cream cheese and then place a couple of raisins or black cumin seeds for the \u2018eyes\u2019. Santa strawberries are very easy to put together and make for a fun little dessert that kids will love to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image sources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/healthyhomecafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/PC210231-800x600.jpg\">https:\/\/healthyhomecafe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/PC210231-800×600.jpg<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteinc.com\/blog\/diymas-make-christmas-decorations\/\">DIYmas: Make your own Christmas decorations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteinc.com\/blog\/healthy-halloween-treats-scarily-good\/\">Healthy Halloween Treats (That Are Scarily Good)!<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteinc.com\/blog\/balance-eat-well-holiday\/\">Balance: How to eat well on holiday<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteinc.com\/blog\/super-fast-chicken-quesadillas\/\">Super Fast Chicken Quesadillas<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With Christmas approaching, it\u2019s time to start thinking about festive treats! Before you dive head-first into your sofa and snuggle up, you\u2019re going to need to cook up some Christmas cheer, because the holiday season isn\u2019t the same without delicious snacks at the table. Remember, go easy on the calories by making your snacks healthy. 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