1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar until well combined.
- Press the mixture into a lined 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set. Cut into bars and serve.
2. Energy Bites
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and chia seeds.
- Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
3. Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
- 1 cup granola
- 1 cup fresh fruit (e.g., berries, sliced bananas)
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with honey.
- In serving glasses or bowls, layer the yogurt mixture, granola, and fruit.
- Repeat layers as desired and serve immediately or chill until ready to eat.
4. No-Bake Cheesecake
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
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Instructions:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set. Top with fruit or pie filling before serving if desired.
5. Coconut Macaroons
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions:
- Preheat the refrigerator.
- In a bowl, mix shredded coconut with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 1 hour.
6. Frozen Banana Bites
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Ingredients:
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
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Instructions:
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip banana slices into the melted chocolate and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze until chocolate is set, about 1 hour.
7. Rice Krispies Treats
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Ingredients:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons butter
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Instructions:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
8. Chia Pudding
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Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix chia seeds with almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.
- Serve topped with fresh fruit or nuts if desired.
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