Top 5: easy and healthy recipes to add chocolate to your day

Chocolate has a bad reputation these days. It is known as a rich ingredient, yes, but one that makes you gain weight and should only be eaten on special occasions to avoid losing your figure. The reality is that cocoa is quite healthy when eaten in moderation, and even more so when we enjoy it in healthy and nutritious preparations. Today we share five recipes that let you enjoy chocolate without guilt. Chocolate glazed cake If we say chocolate ring, you might not imagine a very healthy recipe, but we promise it is. This recipe is made with oats, blueberries, contains no sugar at all, and is whole grain. It's even an ideal recipe for diabetics! When you’re looking for a chocolatey dessert for the whole family that won't be too overwhelming, this is the alternative. Chocolate and banana smoothie A chocolate and banana smoothie has all the chocolate flavor that kids love, and we also add the nutritious part of banana to fill them with potassium and essential vitamins. You can choose the amount of sugar you use, or also include oats or another fiber-rich cereal to make a super tasty smoothie that can even help you start your day right. Christmas hot chocolate This delicious autumn drink is much lighter than it seems. It contains dark chocolate, which is the healthiest type of chocolate due to its low sugar content, a little milk, which can be soy or almond milk, and water. It’s that easy; you don’t need even ten minutes to have a hot chocolate that will surely brighten up your family's afternoon. Chocolate-covered strawberries There’s no easier way to create a chocolate dessert than with this recipe. You just need to dip strawberries or other fruits of your choice into melted chocolate, and you’re done. The good thing is that even though you’re using chocolate, you’re also consuming all the vitamins and nutrients from the fruit, making it a perfect and easy balance to prepare for dinners and meals at home. Dark chocolate popcorn Popcorn is the lightest snack; it’s pure fiber, and if you don’t add butter or salt, it’s actually beneficial for health. On the other hand, dark chocolate is full of antioxidants that help keep your body alert. The combination of both ingredients is not only healthy but also easy to make and a great snack for movie nights.