Lets face it, I think we all crave junk food from time to time and I’m all about finding foods or creating healthier swaps for my cravings so that I can still enjoy the flavors & foods that I love.
After several requests from blog readers and clients. I have decided to put together a few “healthier” junk food swaps for you!
HEALTHIER JUNK FOOD SWAPS
SKINNY POP I think popcorn is my ultimate favorite “salty” snack. I almost always make homemade popcorn with Marc at home because those bags of microwave popcorn usually contain chemicals and unneccesary ingredients. We probably eat popcorn once a week!
So although I prefer to make my own popcorn, Skinny Pop has WOWED me with their product. It only has a few ingredients and it’s so tasty!
VITA-TOPS I keep Vita-Tops in my freezer for my “Chocolate” cravings. Usually when I crave chocolate I want ice cream or a brownie. These little muffin tops are loaded with vitamins & fiber and definitely satisfy that craving when it hits.
PLANTAIN CHIPS To replace a potato chip craving, another salty snack I keep on hands is Plantain chips. Ava has grown to love them too and she snacks on them a lot. I buy these at Stop & Shop and they only contain plantains, oil, and salt. I also love the Trader Joe’s brand too! They are tasty & filling.
LATE JULY CHIPS & SALSA In the summer time I find myself wanting Chips & Salsa or guacamole. Late July chips are low in fat, they contain omega 3’s, and they pair well with this organic salsa from Stop & Shop.
PROTEIN BITES I keep protein bites in the freezer and I try to make them on a regular basis because they satisfy my carb, protein and sweet craving. My two favorites are Fudgy Protein Bites & Cookie Dough protein bites. I usually add peanut butter to mine and they are very satisfying when you are looking for a filling snack.
TURKEY HILL FROZEN YOGURT Last but not least, ICE CREAM. Well actually frozen yogurt. There are so many brands of ice cream/yogurt out there but this one has only 90 Calories per serving, contains probiotics and has a good mix of flavors. I’m sure a healthier version of ice cream will make you smile on a hot summer day without feeling like you did any damage!
I have more healthier junk food swaps that I will be posting in the near future 
Do you have any healthy Junk food swaps to share?
If you had to choose one junk food item to eat what would it be?
June 2, 2015 at 3:06 pm
Great swaps! I love keeping protein balls int he freezer, and those Late July chips are my favorite!
June 2, 2015 at 8:19 pm
the late july chips are awesome!! I wish there were more in the bag
I also made some Chocolate Protein Bars that I’m going to keep in my freezer too. They are very fudgy!