Looking to impress your guests with delicious yet healthy Super Bowl treats? This roundup of nutritious desserts proves you can indulge without sabotaging your diet.
Whip up no-bake sweets like chia pudding parfaits, fresh fruit nachos with Greek yogurt dip, and gluten-free fudge brownies made with black beans and sweet potatoes.
I’ve perfected the recipes so you can feel good about enjoying these lighter sweets on game day. Read on for better-for-you desserts no one will guess are healthy.
In A Rush? Key Takeaways:
- No need to sacrifice taste – these treats are delicious and good for you
- Nutrient-dense ingredients like fruit, Greek yogurt, chia seeds
- Vegan, gluten-free, and no-bake options included
Guacamole
This guacamole is hands down the best guac I’ve ever tasted. After numerous trips to Mexico and working alongside talented Mexican chefs, I’ve honed the perfect blend of ingredients and flavors for authentic, fresh guacamole. All it takes is ripe avocados, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, and salt.
The flavor speaks for itself – it’s so simple with no unnecessary fillers. With just the right balance of cool creaminess from the avocado and a pop of heat from the jalapeño, this guacamole is simply addicting.
2. Stuffed Mushrooms
Soft and tender mushroom caps are filled with a delightful blend of cream cheese, garlic, onions, parsley, and pecans. Each bite bursts with creamy, cheesy decadence accented by the fresh herbs, nuts, and subtle sweetness from the caramelized onions.
The chopped pecans add a nice textural crunch too. Simply sauté the aromatic ingredients, mix everything together, stuff the mushrooms caps, and bake until browned and delicious.
3. Bruschetta
Juicy Roma tomatoes are tossed with fragrant basil, pungent garlic, and fruity olive oil to make a quick tomato topping. Then slices of crusty baguette are toasted until crisp and topped with the fresh tomato mixture for an iconic Italian antipasto.
Simply mix up the tomato salad, toast the bread, and assemble for a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any gathering. The tomatoes can even be prepped ahead of time, making this no-fuss recipe even easier.
4. Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
These crispy, flavorful Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are the ultimate game day appetizer! Baked cauliflower florets are coated in a simple ginger and garlic batter, then baked until golden brown.
Finally, they’re tossed with a zingy vegan buffalo sauce for a scrumptiously spicy flavor. Served with ranch dressing, carrot sticks, and other dippable veggies, these cauliflower bites taste just like classic buffalo wings.
5. Stromboli
Loaded with Italian meats like sausage, salami, and ham along with melty mozzarella, it’s like all your favorite pizza toppings wrapped up in a crispy, cheesy crust. The best part about this Stromboli recipe is that it comes together easily in just 50 minutes.
You can use convenient store-bought pizza dough to cut down on time. With only 20 minutes of active prep and a short bake time, soon you’ll be biting into slices of this super stuffed and flavor-packed Italian specialty. It’s a fun twist on pizza night that feels fancy yet is simple enough for busy weeknights
6. Crispy Pan-Fried Tofu Spring Rolls
With tofu, cabbage, carrots, and leftover rice, I came up with a spring roll filling packed with protein and vegetables. After wrapping the filling in rice paper wrappers and lightly pan-frying them, the spring rolls turned out crispy on the outside while the inside retained a lovely, soft texture. These Crispy Pan-Fried Tofu Spring Rolls are a delicious and healthier alternative to typical deep-fried spring rolls.
Packed with vibrant vegetables, protein-rich tofu, and wrapped in a delicate rice paper before being lightly pan-fried to achieve that irresistible crunch. A perfect blend of health-conscious eating and indulgent flavors, these spring rolls are a testament to the fact that you don’t need to compromise on taste to enjoy a meal that’s good for you.
7. Green Goddess Hummus
This spin on my classic hummus recipe packs in spinach, parsley, green onions and garlic for a nutritious, emerald-hued dip or sandwich spread. The addition of leafy greens and mixed herbs gives it a vibrant color and lively flavor that plays beautifully with crackers, chips and wraps.
Blending up this protein-packed snack only takes 5 minutes, and it keeps for up to a week refrigerated so you can dip to your heart’s content all week long. For a pop of texture, top with toasted walnuts, a drizzle of olive oil and extra chopped herbs.
8. Chicken Ranch Wraps
To create an easy wrap highlighting this iconic flavor pair, I load up soft tortillas with chopped grilled chicken, melty cheese, fresh cilantro and a generous drizzle of Hidden Valley® Simply Ranch. A quick pan-fry crisps up the tortilla while melting the cheese into gooey perfection.
For a quick and craveable lunch or snack, you can’t go wrong with these Chicken Ranch Wraps. They come together in just 10 minutes flat. I just chop up some seasoned, cooked chicken breast, add shredded cheese, ranch dressing and cilantro into warmed tortillas before crisping them up in a hot skillet.
9. Nacho Loaded Potato Skins
These potato skins take a flavor-packed spin on nachos by stuffing crispy potato shells with refried beans, bacon, melty cheese and all the fixings. Each crunchy, decadent bite overflows with the iconic nacho toppings we crave: smooth guac, spicy salsa, cool sour cream. Throw in some chopped scallions for a pop of color and freshness.
Loaded with the ultimate nacho flavors yet neatly contained in crisp, hollowed-out potatoes, these Nacho Loaded Potato Skins will be the MVP of your game day snacks. The refried bean and bacon filling provides a savory base for the melted cheddar cheese binding it all together.
10. Pesto Pinwheels
These Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels takes just minutes to assemble and bake up flaky, golden and delicious. I simply roll out store-bought puff pastry, layer on pesto and slices of mozzarella cheese before rolling it all up into a log.
After chilling briefly, I cut the log into rounds and bake until the pastry turns crisp and the cheese melts into an irresistible creamy filling. With only 3 main ingredients, these Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels impress without much effort. Kids and adults alike devour the savory, melty centers wrapped in flaky, buttery dough.
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