Healthier Holiday Treats

While the holiday season is synonymous with indulgence, it doesn't have to mean bidding farewell to your health and wellness goals. This year you can embrace the joy of the season without compromising your commitment to a healthier lifestyle. Check out these holiday treats - from higher-protein to lower-calorie versions of your favorite classics, these treats are a testament to the fact that you can have your yule log and eat it too! Bon appetit!

Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cool Whip Cookies Recipe - Oh Snap Macros

This easy, four-ingredient recipe for cookies won’t break the calorie bank or have you baking in your kitchen for hours. They have just four ingredients and are perfect for taking to a party or giving away to friends.

Healthy Peppermint Brownies with Chocolate Frosting | Lauren Fit Foodie

If you love chocolate and peppermint - these fudgy brownies are for you! They are a lightened up and healthier version of traditional brownies — but no one will ever know each serving has 8 grams of protein! Our own Coach Brooke keeps a batch on hand during the holidays (and may or may not share them with her family).

Pancake Mix Protein Cinnamon Rolls - Amazing, with No Yeast | Hayl's Kitchen (haylskitchen.com)

These yeast-free cinnamon rolls are almost too good to be true! Each serving has is 167 calories and contains 16 grams of protein - making these a great high protein breakfast or snack option. The secret ingredient is protein pancake mix (like Kodiak Cakes). A great recipe to make for your holiday brunch or to give away to friends.

Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese (Air Fryer or Oven) (skinnytaste.com)

Cottage cheese is having its moment (another blog post in itself!) but you’ll never guess they are the secret ingredient in these protein-packed bagels. This recipe is another great option for powering up your breakfast this holiday season or giving as a savory treat to your closest friends.

Slow Cooker Cranberry-Pear Butter (skinnytaste.com)

Slow cook a big batch of this cranberry pear butter and pass out to your family and friends for eating with toast, smearing on turkey sandwiches, or serving at the fanciest holiday meal. Bonus: your house will smell amazing while you are making this holiday treat.