When you eat anything, it might trigger a flood of memories from long ago. Our hearts have a special place for the junk food we all love to detest. Perhaps you've found yourself unable to resist a bag of Doritos or a box of snacks.
When we think of fast food, our imaginations immediately go to pizza, burgers, cakes, and kebabs, and our appetites frequently follow suit. In moderation, nearly all foods are healthy options; instead of ordering from a high-calorie, high-carbohydrate fast food restaurant, you might want to try making some of your favorite dishes at home. Some may argue that eating out is more convenient.
But, by following one of these simple 'junk food' recipes, you can cut back on calories, refined carbohydrates, and cost without sacrificing enjoyment or flavor. Below, we've included some of our favorite homemade junk food cookbooks for those with a sweet and savory craving.
4 Best Healthy Junk Food Recipes We Love
Quinoa Pizza Bites
Try making these pizza bites if you have some quinoa and want to use it. Because of their adaptability, you can top them with whichever pizza fixings you choose. Since they require a few simple ingredients and are already adorable due to their diminutive size, they would be great to make with youngsters.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup mini pepperonis
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 and 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
METHOD:
STEP 1:
The first thing you need to do is set your oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Spray a mini-muffin tin liberally with nonstick cooking spray and put it aside.
STEP 2:
Put everything into a big bowl and stir it around until it's well blended.
STEP 3:
Put the batter into the tiny muffin tins and evenly divide them to 18 to 20.
STEP 4:
Prepare for 15 minutes in the oven at 400 degrees.
STEP 5:
Take out of the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes in the dish. Take it out of the pan and serve it with some marinara.
Homemade Vegan Doritos
These handmade chips don't require a nutritional label, so that's a plus. You're happiest when you never have to guess how to pronounce an ingredient and always know what's going into your dish. You will like it even more when you can cook all your favorites in your kitchen and still have enough food to eat.
INGREDIENTS:
- Six corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- Optional seasoning
METHOD:
STEP 1:
To preheat the oven, set the dial to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
STEP 2:
Stack the tortillas up like so. Make 8 equal pieces.
STEP 3:
Put the "chips" in a bowl large enough to hold them all, then sprinkle olive oil over them until they are evenly coated.
STEP 4:
Sprinkle your preferred seasoning over each chip with a spoon and flip it over to ensure that both sides are evenly covered.
STEP 5:
Cook for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan every 7 minutes. During the final 2 minutes, you should watch the edges closely to ensure they don't burn.
STEP 6:
Be patient and let it cool before devouring it.
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
If you're seeking a low-carb alternative to traditional pizza dough, try this crust prepared with steamed cauliflower.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 340 g cauliflower
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp dried basil leaves
- 1/2 cup light mozzarella
METHOD:
STEP 1:
Prepare a baking sheet by coating it thoroughly with oil in an oven warmed to 230 degrees Celsius (210 degrees fan-forced).
STEP 2:
Prepare a food processor by adding bits of cauliflower.
STEP 3:
You should have around 3 cups of cauliflower rice after pulsing it until it reaches rice consistency.
STEP 4:
Take the cauliflower rice out of the microwave and place it in a plastic-wrapped microwave-safe dish—microwave on high for 8 minutes.
STEP 5:
The key to a crispy foundation is to let the cauli rice cool somewhat, lay it in a tea towel, and press as much moisture out of it as possible.
STEP 6:
Toss the cauliflower rice with the rest of the ingredients in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
STEP 7:
Spread the ingredients out in a thin circle on the baking paper, about 25 centimeters in diameter.
STEP 8:
In a preheated oven, toast the almonds for 15–20 minutes.
STEP 9:
Distribute over toppings and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and toppings are browned.
Kettle Corn Snack Mix
Enjoy the ultimate movie-watching snack blend with us! Mix this sweet and salty popcorn in pretzels, Shreddies, dried fruit, and almonds. You can't go wrong with a few handfuls of your favorite chocolate candy.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup Shreddies cereal
- 1 cup pretzel sticks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup dried cherries
METHOD:
STEP 1:
Heat the oil with three popcorn kernels on medium in a broad, deep saucepan. After a few minutes of popping, add the remaining kernels and sugar and stir until the sugar is uniformly distributed.
STEP 2:
Cook for 2–3 minutes with the cover on, pulling up the pot to shake it every few seconds until the popping calms down.
STEP 3:
Put the popcorn in a big basin and mix the pretzels, peanuts, salt, Shreddies, and cherries.
STEP 4:
Serve and enjoy.
Conclusion:
It's conceivable, though not certain that you're in the market for some rather unhealthy fare today. Making indulgent dishes at home gives you much more variety, whether you're celebrating a holiday or need comfort food. Crispy carbohydrates at their finest may be found in freshly fried tater tots or potato chips with creative seasonings. This tasty yet healthy junk food list makes your mouth water.
