9 Healthy Festive Treats To Make At Home

“Who doesn’t love a chocolate cookie? These are squishy and surprising healthy. Serve them with a mug of plant-based hot chocolate.”

“Quick and easy to make, this a great recipe to have on hand for last-minute guests. They taste so luxurious that no-one will ever know they’re full of goodness.”

“Rich and satisfying, these protein balls are vegan and free from refined sugars and gluten. At Christmas, you can make them slightly smaller and serve them in place of chocolate truffles with after-dinner coffee.”

“There’s something quite childlike about dipping nuts and fruit into melted chocolate. You could also try dipping mint leaves into the chocolate – they’re like a healthy version of an After Eight.”

“These are a lovely and quick snack to serve with a glass of ice-cold fizz. They would also make a sweet present, perhaps packed into a small jar and wrapped up with a festive ribbon.”

“Full of healthy fats and natural sugars, these stuffed dates are the perfect festive sweet treat. They can also be stored in the freezer for up to a month in an airtight container.”

“This healthy baked snack has only three ingredients – just remember to have a handful of these instead of reaching for the tub of chocolates to satisfy a craving.”

“This is a simple gingerbread cookie recipe that comes together in no time. Decorating these little trees is also a fun, festive activity for the whole family to enjoy.”

“These are a deliciously nutritious alternative to a standard rocky road, and are made with antioxidant-rich raw cacao. They’re so delicious you won’t know the difference – serve some slices as a pudding, snack or with a cup of coffee.”