Festive & Flavorful Holiday Snacks
( Family Features ) The holidays are filled with delicious food - from indulgent breakfasts to decadent desserts - but snacks can get overlooked . Spice up this holiday season with festive snacks that are perfect for a quick on-the-go bite or a taste of your favorite holiday dessert .
Although beloved in pie , pecans are a versatile nut that can be used beyond the pie shell - add them to a snack mix , incorporate them into granola or munch on them straight from the bag .
Delicious and nutritious , 1 ounce of pecans offers 3 grams of plant-based protein and 3 grams of fiber , plus 12 grams of " good " monounsaturated fats and only 2 grams of saturated fat - perfect to power you through long days of holiday shopping .
This holiday season , nosh on a handful of these spiced Gingerbread Pecans for a sweet and savory snack while decorating the house or wrapping presents late at night , or set out a bowl for the family to enjoy .
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You can also make snack-sized versions of your favorite holiday desserts to have on-hand when you ' re craving a quick and tasty treat . Chopped pecans add a flavorful and nutrient-dense crunch to these paleo-friendly No-Bake Pumpkin Pecan Pie Bites , while pecan halves provide a festive touch to these Reindeer Pecan Brownies .
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