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Cinnamon Apple Delight

A sweet treat that replenishes carbohydrate after a workout!

Can a tasty dessert be a healthy post-workout snack?  YES!  The goal of a post-workout snack is to replenish carbohydrate stores used during exercise as well as provide protein to start muscle tear repair. 

Let’s breakdown the “Cinnamon Apple Delight” ingredients…Apples are a great source of carbohydrate and fiber in addition to providing tons of vitamins and minerals.  Besides apples, yogurt is a great source of calcium and protein.  The nutrition community recommends 3 servings of dairy a day, especially for girls and women.  Calcium helps with bone growth, development and maintenance.  Complex carbohydrates, like whole grain cereal, are also a great source of energy and fiber.  Then of course, everyone needs spice in their life!  Cinnamon provides great flavor without lots of added sugar!

“Cinnamon Apple Delight” Recipe

•1 medium apple chopped in cubes or cut in thin slices

•Cover the apple, once cut, with cinnamon & cook in the microwave 2-3 minutes

•Cover apples with one Dannon Light-n-Fit vanilla yogurt & stir

•Sprinkle 2 Tbs. Kashi Go Lean Crunch cereal on top

•Grab a big glass of low-fat milk and enjoy!!!

“Cinnamon Apple Delight” Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 144, Carbohydrate: 30 gm, Fiber: 3 gm, Protein: 5 gm, Fat: less than 1 gram, Cholesterol: 5 mg