Who’s still working on losing that baby weight? Let me tell you, the stress from mommyhood often pushes me to the treat drawer, and my pants aren’t happy about it. We still need treats but we want our pants to fit, too! We can have both! Here are 30 decadent homemade snacks for mom for under 200 calories each. Yes, you can eat the entire recipe, and your pants will still fit. You’re welcome!
1. Stuffed Dates
- 4 pitted dates
- 4 almonds
- 1 teaspoon almond butter
Stuff each date with an almond and a small amount of almond butter.
2. Caprese Skewers
- 8 cherry tomatoes
- 8 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 8 small basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Thread a cherry tomato, a mini mozzarella ball, and a basil leaf onto each skewer. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
3. Peach and Prosciutto Rolls
- 4 slices of prosciutto
- 1 ripe peach, sliced into 8 wedges
Wrap each peach wedge with a slice of prosciutto.
4. Watermelon Feta Salad
- 1 cup cubed watermelon
- 1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Arrange watermelon cubes on a plate, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, garnish with mint leaves, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
5. Cucumber Feta Bites
- 8 cucumber slices
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- Dried oregano for sprinkling
Top each cucumber slice with crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of dried oregano.
6. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Mushrooms
- 4 large button mushrooms
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Remove stems from mushrooms. In a skillet, sauté spinach and garlic until wilted. Mix in crumbled feta cheese. Stuff each mushroom cap with the spinach mixture.
7. Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
- 8 cucumber slices
- 2 ounces smoked salmon
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- Fresh dill for garnish
Top each cucumber slice with smoked salmon, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a sprig of fresh dill.
8. Honeyed Ricotta Stuffed Figs
- 4 fresh figs, halved
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Chopped pistachios for garnish
Mix ricotta cheese with honey. Spoon mixture into halved figs. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.
9. Raspberry Cheesecake Bites
- 12 fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon crushed graham crackers
Mix softened light cream cheese with honey. Spoon onto raspberries. Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers.
10. Almond Joy Energy Bites
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon chopped almonds
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
Blend rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped almonds, cocoa powder, and honey. Roll into balls and chill.
11. Pistachio Chocolate Bark
- 1 ounce dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
Melt dark chocolate, spread onto a baking sheet. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Let it set in the fridge before breaking into pieces.
12. Coconut Mango Sorbet
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup coconut water
Blend frozen mango chunks with coconut water until smooth. Serve immediately.
13. Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles
- 2 tablespoons powdered peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Mix powdered peanut butter, cocoa powder, and honey. Roll into balls and chill.
14. Caramelized Banana Split
- 1 medium banana
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon honey
Slice banana lengthwise, sprinkle with cinnamon and coconut sugar. Broil until caramelized. Serve with Greek yogurt and honey.
15. Dark Chocolate Covered Almond Stuffed Dates
- 6 pitted dates
- 6 almonds
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
Stuff each date with an almond. Dip in melted dark chocolate. Let them set in the fridge.
16. Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon light cream cheese
17. Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Chickpeas
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chickpeas with melted coconut oil, cinnamon, and coconut sugar. Roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
18. Chocolate Covered Strawberry Yogurt Pops
- 6 fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
Dip each strawberry in Greek yogurt and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until set. Dip halfway into melted dark chocolate.
19. Peanut Butter Cup Greek Yogurt
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon powdered peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon mini dark chocolate chips
Mix Greek yogurt with powdered peanut butter. Top with mini dark chocolate chips.
20. Cacao Coconut Bliss Balls
- 1/4 cup dates, pitted
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil, melted
Blend dates, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and melted coconut oil. Roll into balls and chill.
21. Vanilla Almond Butter Banana Boat
- 1 medium banana
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon honey
Split banana lengthwise. Spread almond butter on each half. Sprinkle with sliced almonds and drizzle with honey.
22. Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried raspberries
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
Blend freeze-dried raspberries until powdered. Mix with melted dark chocolate. Roll into balls and chill until set.
23. Coconut Cream Pie Smoothie
- 1/2 cup frozen banana slices
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
Blend frozen banana slices, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and shredded coconut until smooth.
24. Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans
- 1/4 cup roasted espresso beans
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
Dip espresso beans into melted dark chocolate. Let them set on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
25. Dark Chocolate Dipped Orange Slices
- 1 orange
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
Slice orange into rounds. Dip halfway into melted dark chocolate. Let them set on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
26. Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon honey
Mix shredded coconut, cocoa powder, egg white, and honey. Form into small mounds and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
27. Banana Nutella Crepes
- 1 whole grain crepe
- 1 tablespoon Nutella
- 1/2 medium banana, sliced
Spread Nutella on the crepe. Top with sliced banana and fold.
28. Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sticks
- 3 pretzel sticks
- 1 ounce dark chocolate, melted
- Pinch of sea salt
Dip pretzel sticks halfway into melted dark chocolate. Sprinkle with sea salt. Let them set on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
29. Berry Chocolate Chia Pudding
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup mashed berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
30. Mocha Protein Smoothie
- 1/2 cup cold brew coffee
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- Handful of ice cubes
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Conclusion
If you didn’t find a treat that tickles your fancy from the above list of 30 snacks for under 200 calories, than I don’t know how to help you! The best thing about these recipes is that they are created for ONE person. How annoying when you make a recipe and it’s 3 servings? We all know we’re going to eat the entire thing. Who are we kidding?
These recipes are intended for real moms who need real, decadent snacks for under 200 calories each. They deliver what you’re looking for! I hope you enjoy. Pair them with a cup of tea and, ooh la la, what an experience you’ve just created. Happy snacking, mama!
