Month: April 2021

Healthy Snickers Smoothie Recipe

Craving a Snickers bar but looking for a healthier alternative? Whip up this delicious Snickers Smoothie using quality ingredients from Wasteless Pantry. It’s not only nutritious but also a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 2 dates (from Wasteless Pantry)
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder (from Wasteless Pantry)
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter (from Wasteless Pantry)
  • 2 frozen bananas
  • 2 cups of almond milk (make your own using almonds from Wasteless Pantry for an extra fresh taste!)

Instructions:

  1. Blend: In a blender, combine the dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, frozen bananas, and almond milk. Blend until smooth.
  2. Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with chopped dates, chocolate shavings, and if you’re feeling indulgent, a dollop of whipped cream.

Benefits of Shopping at Wasteless Pantry: Choosing Wasteless Pantry for your smoothie ingredients not only ensures you’re using the freshest and finest products but also supports your zero waste goals. By purchasing bulk ingredients like cocoa powder and almonds, you reduce packaging waste and can buy exactly the amount you need, minimizing food waste. Wasteless Pantry’s commitment to sustainability means you’re contributing to a healthier planet while enjoying your delicious treats.

Using older bananas in your Snickers Smoothie not only enhances the natural sweetness of the drink but also contributes to reducing food waste. Overripe bananas, often discarded, are actually an excellent choice for smoothies due to their softer texture and higher sugar content, making them perfect for blending. By utilizing these bananas, you’re not only optimizing the flavor of your smoothie but also practicing sustainable kitchen habits. Wasteless Pantry encourages the use of such ingredients to help minimize food waste while enjoying delicious and nutritious recipes.

This Snickers Smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or even a decadent dessert. Enjoy all the flavors of your favorite candy bar without any of the guilt!


Eco-Friendly Treats: No-Bake Peanut Butter Choc Cups

For a delicious treat, try making No-Bake Peanut Butter Choc Cups using ingredients from Wasteless Pantry. The recipe involves mixing granola or oats, peanut butter, chopped peanuts, and honey to form a base, then filling with melted peanut butter and topping with melted dark chocolate. This easy, no-bake dessert requires chilling in the refrigerator before enjoying. It’s a perfect combination of crunchy, sweet, and nutty flavors that peanut butter and chocolate lovers will adore.

Buying unpackaged pantry items, like the ingredients for No-Bake Peanut Butter Choc Cups, offers environmental benefits by reducing packaging waste and allowing you to purchase only the amount you need, which can also reduce food waste.

Ingredients from WP

– 2 1/2 cups of granola or oats

– 2 tbsp peanut butter for the base

– 1 1/2 cups melted peanut butter

– 1 cup chopped peanuts

– 3 tbsp honey

– 2 cups dark melting chocolate

Method

1. Combine granola, peanut butter, chopped peanuts, and honey in a bowl. Spoon the mixture into muffin tins and press down, with a spoon, into a cup-like shape

2. Pour the melted peanut butter into the ‘cups’

3. Refrigerate for 1 hr

4. Melt the chocolate and pour over the top of the peanut butter

5. Refrigerate for another hour and then enjoy!