Don't Worry, These Sweet Snacks Will Satisfy Your Sugary Craving
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In need of an afternoon pick-me-up? Some people go straight for the salty snacks. But if you have a sweet tooth like Ree Drummond, you'll love this collection of extra sweet snacks. Whether you're a fan of chocolate, cookies, or even fresh fruit, this list has something for everyone. Yes, there are even a few healthy snacks that are still perfectly sweet like the crispy apple chips and fresh-baked zucchini bread. Of course, if you want to make things even sweeter, you can go all out with s'mores bars, edible cookie dough, and decadent peanut butter treats.
Many of these sweet snacks would make a perfect addition to your next birthday party or holiday celebration, but even if you don't have a special occasion in sight, you can still make these easy treats at home. Just think how happy you'll be that you made puppy chow or chocolate-covered pretzels for snacking on during a movie marathon. Or how crazy your kids will go for the homemade Dunkaroos as an after-school snack. The mini cookies even come with a sprinkle-filled frosting for dipping! And speaking of dips—we have sweet versions that you simply need to try like Ree's caramel apple dip, which she says will "become your favorite snack ever!"
Homemade Dunkaroos
This beloved snack was a childhood favorite for many kids in the '90s. The homemade version is just as tasty with adorable animal-shaped cookies that taste a bit like graham crackers and a sprinkle-filled frosting for dipping.
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Pretzel Turtles
These treats are a little bit sweet, chocolaty, salty, and nutty. Basically, it's the perfect bite! It's no wonder Ree has been making this recipe for years.
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Lemon Shortbread Cookies
Make this sweet treat for your next picnic or even for a tea party with friends. It's buttery and citrusy with just the right amount of sweetness.
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Puppy Chow
Puppy chow is one of those snacks that you can whip up in just five minutes so it's perfect for when the last-minute craving strikes. Just be careful—you'll want to eat it by the handful.
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Chocolate Chip Muffins
This is one snack that you can eat any time of day! The muffins are packed to the brim with both mini and regular chocolate chips, plus a sprinkle of sparkling sugar for that extra sweetness.
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Edible Cookie Dough
When you're baking cookies from scratch, it's so tempting to eat the raw cookie dough but you know you shouldn't. Well, we have some good news—now, you can! This version is safe to eat since it's made without any eggs.
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Oreo Cheesecake Bites
These treats have cookies and cream in every bite! Not only is the no-bake cheesecake filling loaded with crushed Oreos, but each one has a whole Oreo cookies as the base.
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Candied Pecans
You'll want to eat these cinnamon-sugar pecans by the handful, but they also double as a great homemade food gift. Wrap them up in food-safe gift bags with pretty bows to share with all your friends.
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Cowboy Cookies
This recipe takes classic chocolate chip cookies to the next level by adding even more mix-ins like oats, pecans, and coconut flakes. The hardest part about them is waiting for them to cool.
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S'mores Bars
S'mores aren't just for camping trips! You can bring the flavors of the classic treat right to your home with these snackable bars made with a graham cracker crust, chocolate filling, and toasted marshmallow topping.
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Caramel Apple Dip
Dips are usually associated with savory flavors, but this variation is perfectly sweet. The cream cheese-based dip is topped with homemade caramel and crushed peanuts for crunch. Serve it up with apple slices to satisfy both kids and adults.
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Buckeyes
Peanut butter and chocolate go together like Ree and Ladd. They're the perfect combo for this homemade candy that's both rich and decadent.
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Nutella Krispie Treats
These cereal bars are gooey, crispy, and sticky, which is exactly the way we like 'em! Ree even decided to up the sweetness by adding Nutella, toasted pecans, and mini marshmallows on top.
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Baked Apple Chips
When you want something sweet, but also crunchy, and, to top it off, you want to make it healthy, these apple chips are the way to go. They can be made with any type of apple you have on hand.
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Zucchini Bread
Quick breads are great for snacking on because they're usually just sweet enough. Here, the zucchini adds moisture and an extra boost of nutrients, and the chocolate chips make it irresistibly sweet.
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Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels
You only need two ingredients to make this salty-sweet snack. Can you guess what they are? Melted dark chocolate and pretzels. There are some fun variations you can try, too—like topped them with sprinkles, crushed freeze-dried raspberries, or flaky sea salt.
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Watermelon Smoothie
This smoothie is both sweet and refreshing, especially when it's made with frozen strawberries, vanilla Greek yogurt, and fresh watermelon. A touch of tart lime juice helps to balance it out.
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Mercantile Snack Mix
This snack is made up of mostly salty ingredients, like pretzels, cereal, peanuts, and popcorn. But the sweet glaze that covers everything will make those with a sweet tooth very happy.
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Scotcheroos
If you've never heard of this treat before, let us fill you in: it's basically like a Rice Krispies Treat, but with lots of peanut butter and chocolate flavor. It was invented back in 1965!
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Homemade Creamsicle Pops
Keep a stash of these homemade creamsicles in your freezer for those extra-hot days when you simply need something sweet and refreshing. Your kids will love how pretty they look with their tie-dye swirl.
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