As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to whip up some spook-tacular treats! These festive recipes incorporate Daily Nutri-Greens for a nutritious twist that will keep you feeling your best. Whether you're hosting a party or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these fun dishes will delight everyone at your Halloween gathering.
Pumpkin Patch Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1 scoop Daily Nutri-Greens
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chocolate chips or nuts for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, honey, melted coconut oil, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, oats, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and sprinkle extra toppings on top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
Wicked Green Halloween Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop Daily Nutri-Greens
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Green food coloring
- Optional: candy eyes, sprinkles, or frosting for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined. Stir in green food coloring until you achieve your desired shade of green.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate with candy eyes, sprinkles, or frosting to create spooky designs!
Ghostly Green Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop Daily Nutri-Greens
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: white chocolate chips for ghost decorations
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add cocoa powder, flour, Daily Nutri-Greens, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and melt white chocolate chips to drizzle over the brownies, creating ghost shapes.
- Let the chocolate set before serving.
With these Halloween-inspired recipes, you can enjoy festive flavors while nourishing your body. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create some delicious and nutritious treats that are sure to impress. Happy cooking from Equilibria!