Happy National Chocolate Day, my fellow Chocolate lovers! There’s no shame in grabbing a nice Snickers bar (or five), but sometimes it’s nice to have a chocolate treat without feeling chocolate wasted after. Here are 15 decadent treats to try!
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Chocolate-covered strawberries — Try this foolproof recipe! Use dark chocolate to get some added health benefits! http://www.laurainthekitchen.com/recipes/chocolate-covered-strawberries/
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Coconut cacao cnowballs — Four words: Raw. Vegan. Gluten-Free. Delicious. http://www.popsugar.com/Coconut-Cacao-Snowballs-21555080
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Chocolate protein shake — It’s super yummy, filling and full of protein! http://www.asweetpeachef.com/drinks/chocolate-banana-peanut-butter-prote…
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Chocolate avocado mousse — Finally, a dessert that’s just as good for your body as it is your taste buds. This decadent-tasting mousse gets its rich, creamy texture from avocado. YEP. IT’S HEALTHY! http://www.fitpregnancy.com/recipe/avocado-chocolate-mousse
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Chocolate fudge pie — If you’re looking for a healthy dessert to bring to a party that does NOT taste healthy, this is the dessert to bring. http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/09/06/the-ultimate-chocolate-fudge…
6. Chocolate Almonds — You got the protein and the sweet chocolate, delishhh… http://www.shelovesbiscotti.com/5-minute-cocoa-dusted-almonds/
7. Iced mint chocolate milk — This refreshing, sweet and nutritious drink will satisfy all your needs. http://www.fitpregnancy.com/recipe/mint-chocolate-ice-milk
8. Vegan chocolate doughnuts — Since each baked doughnut offers 4.5 grams of fiber and 5.1 grams of protein, these are the perfect healthier way to conquer your doughnut and chocolate cravings! http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Vegan-Chocolate-Doughnuts-37047242 9. Vegan Almond Joy — Skip the ingredients you’ve never heard of and make these Almond Joys and Mounds at home. http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Healthy-Almond-Joy-Recipe-38575918
10. Vegan Samoas — A healthy Girl Scout cookie?! UH… YEAH GIRL! http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Vegan-Samoas-Recipe-28446559
11. Zucchini double fudge brownies — These melt-in-your-mouth moist, rich and fudgy brownies taste so sinful, you’ll be amazed how healthy they are. Aside from the fiber, potassium and vitamin C offered by the zucchini, the dark chocolate is also full of antioxidants.
http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Healthy-Zucchini-Brownies-31120011
12. Frozen banana pops — Have a little ice cream obsession, no matter what the season? Not only for smoothies, frozen bananas also make a tasty dessert that can satisfy the deepest of sweet-tooth cravings. http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Banana-Popsicles-36771134
13. Strawberry fudgsicles — If you remember creamy Fudgsicles when you were a kid, whip up this healthier version made without high-fructose corn syrup or added sugar. http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Vegan-Fudgsicles-Strawberries-24285106
14. Vegan chocolate avocado cupcakes — It’s somebody’s birthday somewhere, so that’s a good reason right there to immediately bake a batch of these chocolate cupcakes smothered with homemade chocolate frosting. http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Vegan-Chocolate-Cupcakes-35927206
15. Peanut butter chocolate dip — Think of this dip as a peanut butter fondue. Serve this with your favorite sliced or cut up fruits and veggies … and watch how fast they disappear. http://www.mealmakeovermoms.com/kitchen/2011/03/30/two-new-recipes-peanut-butter-honey-noodles-and-peanut-butter-chocolate-dip-and-and-a-flip-video-camera-giveaway-podcast-140/
Happy National Chocolate Day! I hope you have as good of a time as Alex Russo!