Holiday season is around the corner and twinkling lights are everywhere. Whether it is casual family gatherings, cozy festive evenings or gifting moments one thing is commonly celebrated everywhere –irresistible food.
We all know December is the month when winters and festivity embrace the sky line. This is the time when you should make a resolution to be a healthy you. So chocolates, cookies or cakes, everything should celebrate health.Â
You heard right, here’s the good part: You don’t have to choose between delicious holiday treats and health. All you need is just to pick the right ingredients and make smart swaps.
In this blog we will explore mouth watering and absolutely healthy recipes that are no less than christmas treats and you can enjoy them on the eve of Christmas and New Year. Time to read, yummy desserts are calling your name.
1. Greek Yogurt Hot Chocolate
It is a lighter and a creamier twist to your favorite hot chocolate.
Why It’s Healthy:
Your traditional hot chocolate generally has approx 200–350 calories per mug. However, this lighter version reduces the sugar and adds a touch of protein and probiotics in it and all thanks to Greek yogurt.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of low-fat milk or almond milk
- 2 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp of honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp of Greek yogurt
- A pinch of cinnamon powder
How to Make:
- Take a pan, pour in some milk and heat it on low flame.Â
- Add some cocoa in it and whisk until it gets smooth.Â
- Turn off the flame and remove it from heat, stir in honey and Greek yogurt. Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
Nutrition (Approx):
- 120 caloriesÂ
- 7g proteinÂ
- Low sugar
2. Oatmeal Gingerbread Breakfast Cookies
This breakfast option tastes just like dessert for your morning celebration.
These yummy oat cookies are packed with fiber, essential vitamins, and winter special spices like ginger and cinnamon that support the digestive and immune system. It’s just perfect winter fuel.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 1 mashed banana
- 1 tbsp of honey
- ½ tsp of cinnamon + ½ tsp of ginger powder
- Dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips
How to Make:
- Take a bowl, put rolled oats,mashed banana honey, dried cranberries, cinnamon and ginger powder in it. Mix everything well.Â
- Shape them like cookies, top them up with dark chocolate chips on them.Â
- Bake them at 180°C (350°F) for at least 12–15 minutes.
Nutrition (Per Cookie):
- 70–90 caloriesÂ
- High fiberÂ
- No refined sugar
3. Avocado Deviled Eggs
It is a creamy and keto-friendly starter dish you would love to have.
You can replace mayonnaise with avocado for healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and a lot of fiber.
Ingredients:
- 6 boiled eggs
- 1 ripe avocado
- Lemon juice
- Salt, pepper to taste
- Paprika or peri-peri powder
How to Make:
First of all remove the egg yolks, mash them with avocado. Squeeze fresh lemon on it, sprinkle some salt, and pepper to taste. Now fill these egg whites with the mixture and sprinkle paprika.
Nutrition (Per Egg):
- 100 calories
- High protein
- Good fat
4. Warm Roasted Winter Veggie Bowl
It is a perfect cozy dinner loaded with unforgettable festive flavors.
Made with winter special vegetables like carrots, beetroot, broccoli, and sweet potatoes that are rich in antioxidants, beta carotene, and fiber.
Ingredients:
Assorted chopped veggies
- Olive oil
- Rosemary & thyme
- Pink salt & black pepper
How to Make:
Roast all the veggies at 200°C (400°F) for at least 25–30 minutes. Then squeeze some lemon juice on them before serving hot.
Nutrition:
- 200 calories per servingÂ
- High fiberÂ
- Vitamin-rich
5. Spinach & Ricotta Christmas Pinwheels
It looks festive, tastes like gourmet food and the best part is it’s secretly healthy.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole wheat tortilla
- ½ cup of ricotta or hung curd
- Fresh spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
How to Make:
Spread some ricotta on a tortilla, top it up with spinach leaves, roll the tortilla tightly, slice some spirals and serve it cold. You can also toast it lightly.
Nutrition:
- 110 calories eachÂ
- High calcium
- Balanced macros
6. Dark Chocolate Almond Bark (Healthy Version)
Nutritious holiday chocolate bark made for you, your kiddos, beloved and family.
Instead of sweetened milk chocolate, 70%+ dark chocolate contains antioxidants, flavonoids, and less sugar in it.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of melted dark chocolate
- Almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds
- Sea salt sprinklers
How to Make:
First of all spread some melted chocolate thinly on the parchment. Then top it up with nuts and seeds then refrigerate it for at least 1 hour. Then break it into bark.
Why It’s Healthy:
It helps to reduce inflammation, improves your mood, good for the heart and satisfies your festive cravings too with less sugar.
Nutrition:
- 150 calories per pieceÂ
- Healthy fatsÂ
- Magnesium-rich
7. Christmas Fruit & Cinnamon Chia Pudding
A dessert that’s a healthiest and tastiest choice for festive mornings.
It is made with chia seeds that are a rich source of omega-3s, protein, and soluble fiber, keeping you full for a long time.
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp of chia seeds
- 1 cup of almond milk
- ½ tsp of cinnamon
- Honey
- Kiwi, pomegranate, or berries
How to Make:
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate them overnight. Top it with some freshly chopped fruits before serving.
Nutrition:
- 180 calories
- 6g proteinÂ
- High fiber
8. Healthy Christmas Cupcakes (Almond Flour + Greek Yogurt)
These are moist, flavorful and bakery-style cupcakes made with better and healthier ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp of cocoa powder
- ½ cup of Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp of honey
- ½ tsp of baking powder
- Dark chocolate or some berries for topping
How to Make:
First of all mix all above ingredients in a bowl, pour the batter into greased muffin cups, place them on a baking tray and bake them for at least 18 to 20 minutes at 180°C.
Nutrition:
- 150–170 calories eachÂ
- Gluten-freeÂ
- Good protein
9. Cranberry Walnut Quinoa Salad
It is a colorful salad that feels so festive and refreshing.
Quinoa is one of the most nutritious ingredients containing all nine essential amino acids your body needs. It is a complete protein that is rare in plant-based foods.
Ingredients:
- Cooked quinoa
- Dried cranberries
- Chopped walnuts
- Lemon vinaigrette
- Parsley or mint for freshness
How to Make:
All you need to do is toss everything and chill the mix before serving.
Nutrition:
- 220 calories per serving
- Protein-richÂ
- Gut friendly
10. Cinnamon Apple Baked Crisp
It is a warm dessert without too much butter or refined sugar.
Apples are rich in fiber along with polyphenols that help to improve digestion and metabolism.
Ingredients:
- 2 sliced apples
- ¼ cup of rolled oats
- 1 tsp of coconut oil
- Cinnamon powder
- HoneyÂ
How to Make:
Take a baking dish, layer apples in it. Mix oats with some coconut oil and cinnamon, then sprinkle on top, and bake it for at least 25 minutes at 180°C.
Nutrition:
- 190 calories
- High fiberÂ
- Low sugar
Do you Know The Best Part?
These recipes are not only healthy but they are also festive, flavorful, beautifully presentable, and crowd-friendly.
Your guests will not be able to find any difference, all they will say is we love it. You can enjoy healthier versions of tasty delights staying absolutely guilt free.
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Don’t forget to share your favorite picks with us. From foodie we to foodie you! Happy Holidays may you stay healthy,happy, and full of joyful bites! For morehealthy recipes, festive recipes, holiday treats, and Christmas snacks stay tuned with us at Chefs Home Around!
