Graham crackers are awesome- if you have these on hand you can make a variety of mini treats.... top them with strawberry preserves and sliced banana with a drizzle of chocolate for a "Banana Split" or spread with Almond butter, drizzle of melted chocolate and sliced bananas or spread some lemon curd on top with a dallop of whipped cream- imagine all the lovely variations of mini "pies"... Dessert in our house happens almost every night so being able to do quick, small portioned, and healthier versions is really important. A new favorite grocery staple is ricotta cheese, not only is it creamy and yummy enough to eat with your grapes or spread on toast with a drizzle of honey... but it also make a great base for our mini "cheesecakes" and it has a host of health benefits: it's high in protein, calcium, and it's is a great source of phosphorus (20%), zinc (10%) and selenium (26%) and a good source of Vitamin A, Riboflavin and Vitamin B1... Plus it is rich in Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids ( Known to help prevent heart disease and cancer, and are healthy for the body) Mix it in with some antioxidant rich dark chocolate, and top with with fresh berries all on a bed of whole grain graham cracker for a crust... and feel good that you are eating such a healthy treat!
(Makes 4 servings, or 8 Cheesecake Crackers)
1/2 cup low fat Ricotta Cheese
4 sheets of Graham Crackers, Honey Low Fat
1 small package of fresh raspberries
Directions
Combine melted chocolate and ricotta in a small bowl.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of the mixture on each graham cracker
Top with fresh raspberries
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