Snacks

Apple Donuts

When you’re making a swap for a well-loved treat, your alternative needs to live up to the original. With their bright colors and burst of delicious flavor, apple donuts do just that.

Cheesy Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple Rings

Baking the pineapple brings out its natural sweetness; combine that with salty, crispy bacon bound together with a humble stick of string cheese, and you’ve got all the makings of a fan favorite.

Party (Apps) of the Year

Sure, you can carb-count over cocktails at the next party you attend. Or you can bring a pre-counted, knock-out appetizer of your own; here are recipes for three.

Pickle Rolls

Kids LOVE this fun take on what’s typically thought of as a more grown-up food. And at just 1 carb gram per roll, they can indulge in a few.

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks are the perfect low-carb appetizer to bring to a party: Not only are they easy on blood sugar, but they’re bite-size (read: easy to carb count), full of delicious flavor, and require only a few ingredients.

BB-8 Egg & Cheese

Whether you’re observing May the Fourth or celebrating the latest Star Wars movie release, serve your rebel crew a snack that’s far, far, and away the best in the galaxy!

Healthy(ish) Snacks for the Big Game

by Brooke Wheeler, guest blogger, FingerPrickinGood.com

Calling all football fans! We’re helping you gear up for game day with some more blood sugar-friendly takes on traditional tailgating fare.

Seven-Layer Dip Cups With Bacon Chips

by Brooke Wheeler, guest blogger, FingerPrickinGood.com

Kids with type 1 diabetes can eat anything if we cover the carbs with insulin, but it makes it a lot easier to bolus when you have an exact individual portion versus just scooping from a big platter or grabbing a handful of chips. Plus, this ensures no double dipping!

Cauliflower Nachos

by Brooke Wheeler, guest blogger, FingerPrickinGood.com

Cauliflower is high in minerals, vitamins, and fiber, and it’s relatively easy on the blood sugar. It’s also super flavorful! You truly will not miss the tortillas once you try this recipe.