Who said that snacks were just for children? The sweet delights of our childhood can be adapted and modernized to satisfy our adult taste buds. Discover 6 classic snacks revisited for a moment of relaxation and indulgence.
Nutella Redesigned: Healthier Homemade Spread just as Tasty
Nutella is undoubtedly THE star of snacks, but its composition often leaves much to be desired nutritionally. Why not create your own spread using quality ingredients?
Mix some melted chocolate, roasted hazelnuts ground into powder, condensed milk and a touch of neutral vegetable oil to achieve a creamy and smooth texture. Adjust the quantities according to your preferences, optionally add some honey or agave syrup to slightly sweeten it and don’t hesitate to incorporate vanilla extract or a few pinches of salt flower to enhance the flavors. A homemade delight.
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Shortbread Biscuits: Salty Twist for Chic Aperitif
The famous shortbread cookies transform into elegant appetizer bites by adding a touch of yeast extract, almond powder or poppy seeds. Make a dough with flour, soft butter, an egg, grated cheese and a filling of your choice: sundried tomatoes for example for a Mediterranean taste, black olives for a Provencal touch or fresh herbs such as basil or chives for a summer feel. Let the dough rest in the refrigerator before rolling it out and cutting small cookies with a cookie cutter. Bake for a few minutes and enjoy these alternatives to traditional sweet shortbread cookies.
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Gourmet Toasts: when snack meets aperitif
The traditional jam sandwich also transforms with flair into an aperitif version. Forget about cold cuts and cheese, highlight fresh and original products. For example, try a slightly acidic red onion compote on a slice of toasted bread, garnished with slices of avocado and diced mango. Sprinkle some pomegranate seeds for a sweet and crunchy touch. Suggest simple but balanced recipes that are out of the ordinary, while recalling the good old sandwich of our childhood, revisited of course!
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Savory Smoothie Bowl version
Take inspiration from the famous smoothie bowls to create a delicious cold soup, original and colorful. Start by blending a seasonal vegetable with water, coconut milk, or a vegetable cream to achieve a creamy and refreshing texture. Then, let your creativity shine by adding spices, aromatic herbs, or even lemon zest. To finish, garnish everything with a multitude of toppings, to make these little soups both aesthetically pleasing and delicious: crunchy vegetable cubes, roasted seeds, slices of dried fruit… The possibilities are endless to give a festive touch to these cold soups.
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Spicy hot chocolate for cold days
The hot chocolate doesn’t need to be just a simple sugary children’s drink. Rediscover this comforting delight by adding some taste subtleties. Choose a good 70% minimum dark chocolate, which you would melt in whole or semi-skimmed milk, with a bit of brown sugar and a touch of liquid cream for creaminess. Then dare to use spices: add a pinch of cinnamon, cardamom and even sweet pepper to enhance it all. And why not slip in a liquorice stick to soften the overall flavor? This grown-up version of hot chocolate warms both the body and the heart.
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Savory Tiramisu
The tiramisu, the quintessential Italian dessert, can also be made in a savory version for a refined adult snack. Replace the ladyfingers with slices of grilled vegetables (eggplant, zucchini…) or pieces of polenta and the mascarpone with a mix of ricotta and fresh cheese. You can then imagine the egg cream with crumbled smoked salmon, black olive tapenade or fine herbs coating your vegetable. You will thus create an original recipe, generating striking taste contrasts that will fuel discussions and indulgence during your well-deserved relaxation moments.