Lower Fat Milk Chocolate Popcorn Fudge

This lower fat fudge recipe lets you enjoy the delicious combination of milk chocolate and air-popped popcorn. For those who adore the combination of sweet and salty flavors without the guilt of being overly fat, this is the ideal treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk fat-free
• 3 cups air-popped popcorn
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

Line an 8x8-inch 20x20 cm baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk

Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth

Stir in the vanilla extract and salt into the chocolate mixture

Gently fold in the air-popped popcorn and chopped nuts if using until they are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly

Refrigerate for about 2 hours or until the fudge is set

Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang

Place it on a cutting board and cut into squares or rectangles

Enjoy your lower fat milk chocolate popcorn fudge!

Berry-Beer Popsicles

These refreshing Berry-Beer Popsicles, or Beer-sicles, combine the sweetness of mixed berries with the crispness of beer for a delightful frozen treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed berries such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup beer preferably light and fruity, such as a wheat beer or pale ale

Instructions:

Use a blender to mix the mixed berries and sugar into a smooth mixture

Mix until it's smooth

If you want to get rid of the seeds, strain the berry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve

Strain the berry puree and then mix it into the beer until everything is well mixed

Put the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving some room at the top for them to rise

Place popsicle sticks inside the molds

Put it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until it's completely frozen

To take the popsicles out of the molds, run warm water over the outside of them for a short time

Vegan Pumpkin Cake with Vanilla Frosting

This vegan pumpkin cake is moist and delicious, and it comes with a creamy vanilla frosting. It tastes like fall. Great for any event or just to treat yourself.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup vegan butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

A 9-inch round cake pan should be greased and floured

Put pumpkin puree, almond milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl

Sift the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt together in a different bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are well mixed

When the cake pan is ready, pour the batter into it and spread it out evenly

After the oven is hot, bake it for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

On a wire rack, take the cake out of the oven and let it cool all the way down

While the vegan butter is soft, add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract

Beat the ingredients together until the frosting is smooth and creamy

Spread the frosting over the top of the cake after it has cooled

Cut it up and serve!

Baklava Waffles

Enjoy the tastes of baklava in the form of a waffle! The batter for these Baklava Waffles is nutty, and they are topped with chopped pistachios and almonds. They are a tasty take on a classic dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup finely ground walnuts
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, ground walnuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon

In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil

Pour enough waffle batter to cover the waffle iron's grids and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crispy

Once cooked, drizzle honey over the waffles and sprinkle chopped pistachios and almonds on top

Serve the Baklava Waffles warm and enjoy!

Banana Peanut Butter Nice Cream

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Indulge guilt-free with this creamy and delicious nice cream made from just frozen bananas and peanut butter. It's the perfect treat for when you're craving something sweet and satisfying without any added sugar or dairy.

Ingredients:

• 3 frozen bananas
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter

Instructions:

Peel and slice the bananas

Place the banana slices and peanut butter in a food processor

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed