100 Calorie Snacks and Treats: March 2015

Fresh Pineapple, Chile, and Black Pepper Salsa

Photography: Karry Hosford

Enjoy these low-calorie snacks and treats when the mid-afternoon munchies strike, or when you get those midnight snack cravings. These snacks are easy and guilt-free!

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Mini Cheese Crackers

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams

Made with whole-wheat flour, extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, and a pinch of cayenne pepper, Mini Cheese Crackers are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! They're the perfect snack for lunches or after school.
Mini Cheese Crackers Recipe

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Roasted Red Pepper and Cannellini Bean Dip

Randy Mayor

This Mediterranean-inspired appetizer offers a little extra protein, heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, and fiber. Serve with cut-up vegetables or toasted pita wedges.
Roasted Red Pepper and Cannellini Bean Dip Recipe

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Chocolate Thumbprints

Kids of all ages will indulge in our sweet little butter cookies filled with chocolate ganache. Thankfully this recipe makes a big batch.

Chocolate Thumbprints Recipe

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French-Style Stuffed Eggs

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Stuffed eggs are often served warm in France, and this recipe is similar to one from the Périgord region. If you plan to dye Easter eggs, cook extras for this dish.
French-Style Stuffed Eggs Recipe

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Greek Spinach Dip

Photo: James Baigrie; Randy Mon

This savory Greek spinach dip takes its flavor cues from spanakopita. Serve it with warm pita bread or crisp crudités.

Greek Spinach Dip Recipe

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Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallows

Photo: Kan Kanbayashi

Leave the s'mores to the kiddos. Treat yourself to fresh marshmallows dipped in chocolate and topped with sweet and savory delights like coconut or pistachios. As for the topping you'll pick, the options are as broad as your imagination.

Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallows Recipe

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Baba Ghanoush

Baba Ghanoush Recipe

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Raspberry Frozen Yogurt

Photo: Randy Mayor

This light, refreshing frozen yogurt makes an ideal finish for a multicourse meal. Serve with biscotti and a garnish of fresh mint sprigs.
Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Recipe

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Barbecue Pizza Bites

HOWARD L. PUCKETT

Barbecue Pizza Bites Recipe

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Crunchy Edamame

Crunchy Edamame Recipe

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Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho

The mangoes, melons, and nectarines, along with the cucumber, give the gazpacho a sweet spin. Don't seed the jalapeño if you like a soup with more zip.
Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho Recipe

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Parmesan-Sour Cream Dip

Parmesan-Sour Cream Dip Recipe

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Chocolate Almond Cherry Crisps

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Cindy Barr; Leigh Ann Ross

These no-bake treats taste like bite-sized candy bars and are terrific with a cup of coffee. Prepare them up to two days in advance, and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Chocolate Almond Cherry Crisps Recipe

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Radishes with Iceberg and Herb Butter

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

You can make the herb butter a few hours ahead and store it in the fridge. Some water will seep out of the lettuce as it sits; just bring the dip to room temperature and give it a good stir to reincorporate the water before serving.
Radishes with Iceberg and Herb Butter Recipe

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Cheese Fondue with Apples

Photo: Karry Hosford

We recommend Pink Lady apples, which don't discolor as quickly as other apples, for this fondue. Use your favorite apple, or a combination of a few varieties; just toss the apple wedges with 2 teaspoons lemon juice to prevent browning. Kirsch, a type of cherry brandy, traditionally finishes cheese fondues, but you can substitute white wine.
Cheese Fondue with Apples Recipe

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Spicy Oatmeal Crisps

Pepper may sound like an odd ingredient for a cookie, but it complements the other spices well (although you can omit it if you prefer).
Spicy Oatmeal Crisps Recipe

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Kale Chips

These chips are crispy, salty, and so easy to make. Opt for them instead of potato chips next time you're craving a salty snack. For a different flavor, try sprinkling the kale with grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or sweet paprika before baking.

Kale Chips Recipe

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Rosemary Popcorn

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Claire Spollen

Rosemary Popcorn Recipe

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Indian-Spiced Roasted Nuts

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

This simple recipe makes a tasty party snack. Use your favorite nuts, and add a bit of heat with a dash of ground red pepper, if you like.
Indian-Spiced Roasted Nuts Recipe

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Hot Crab Dip

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Crab dip is a delightful addition to any appetizer spread. Serve warm with melba toast or pita chips.
Hot Crab Dip Recipe

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Tex-Mex Pinto Bean Spread

Randy Mayor

Fiber-rich, low-fat pinto beans are the base of this tasty dip, made zesty with lime, cilantro, and jalapeño. Serve with baked tortilla chips. You can also perk up quesadillas or vegetarian tacos with this spread.
Tex-Mex Pinto Bean Spread Recipe

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Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese

Randy Mayor; Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Bake these bite-sized frittatas in a miniature muffin pan. They taste great hot or at room temperature, so you can make them in advance.

Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese Recipe

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Meatballs in Brussels Sprout Cups

Photo: Andrew Thomas Lee; Styling: Kaitlyn Du Ross

Friends will love the ingenuity of Meatballs in Brussels Sprout Cups. Little meatballs are cradled in Brussels sprout cups for a clever seasonal appetizer.
Meatballs in Brussels Sprout Cups Recipe

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Creamy Artichoke Dip

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Serve with Pecorino-Black Pepper Breadsticks. To make this the night before, combine dip ingredients, spoon into the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
Creamy Artichoke Dip Recipe

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Perfect Poached Shrimp

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty

Perfect Poached Shrimp yield a moist, tender-crisp shellfish with loads of flavor. If you like this easy, gluten-free appetizer, try pairing the poached shrimp with this Summer Tomato Cocktail Sauce.

Perfect Poached Shrimp Recipe

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Spicy Chickpeas

Hot and a bit crisp, these quick little snacks are good with almost any drink. Serve them right away; time is not their friend, and they are best when still warm from the oil.
Spicy Chickpeas Recipe

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Brownie Bourbon Balls

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

In this quick-and-easy rendition, we used packaged brownie mix, a little bourbon, and chopped toasted walnuts for a spunky after-dinner treat.
Brownie Bourbon Balls Recipe

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Lima Bean Dip (Salsa di Fagioli)

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Fava beans are traditional in this hummuslike dip. Use them, if you find them, in place of the lima beans. Serve with raw vegetables for dipping.
Lima Bean Dip (Salsa di Fagioli) Recipe

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Kentucky Chocolate Nut Tartlets

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

Chocolate, pecans, and bourbon fill petite versions of the state's favorite pie.
Kentucky Chocolate Nut Tartlets Recipe

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Garlic Parmesan Popcorn

Photo: Thomas J. Story

Inspired by the explosion of pre-popped popcorn on the market, we came up with some fresh and easy snacks of our own. The key to flavorful popcorn is to toss it very well with the butter first, then with the seasonings.

Garlic Parmesan Popcorn Recipe

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Fresh Pineapple, Chile, and Black Pepper Salsa

Photography: Karry Hosford

Aromatic, freshly ground black pepper awakens the sweetness of the pineapple. Serve with shrimp, pork, or chicken. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you want a less spicy salsa.
Fresh Pineapple, Chile, and Black Pepper Salsa Recipe

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100 Calorie Snacks and Treats

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Mini Cheese Crackers

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Roasted Red Pepper and Cannellini Bean Dip

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Chocolate Thumbprints

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French-Style Stuffed Eggs

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Greek Spinach Dip

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Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallows

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Baba Ghanoush

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Raspberry Frozen Yogurt

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Barbecue Pizza Bites

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Crunchy Edamame

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Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho

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Parmesan-Sour Cream Dip

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Chocolate Almond Cherry Crisps

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Radishes with Iceberg and Herb Butter

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Cheese Fondue with Apples

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Spicy Oatmeal Crisps

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Kale Chips

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Rosemary Popcorn

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Indian-Spiced Roasted Nuts

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Hot Crab Dip

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Tex-Mex Pinto Bean Spread

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Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese

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Meatballs in Brussels Sprout Cups

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Creamy Artichoke Dip

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Perfect Poached Shrimp

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Spicy Chickpeas

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