What You Will Need For This Recipe:

Hawaiian Rolls

Pesto

Turkey

Mozzarella cheese

Hot honey

Butter melted

Garlic powder

Salt

Black pepper

Other Healthy Recipes To Make:

Christmas Puppy Chow

A childhood classic! This Christmas Puppy Chow is something we made alllll the time growing up! I remember having to use ALDI paper bags instead of ziploc bags to shake it up because we would make so much at one time haha. But it is so delicious- you have to make a big batch or it’s gone almost instantly! The full recipe is at the bottom of this post + healthy swaps towards the end. Enjoy this festive and simple recipe!

Healthy Gingerbread Oatmeal Cookies

These healthy gingerbread oatmeal cookies are easy to make and absolutely delicious! The perfect way to start the day during the winter months. The flavor is delicious and they have the perfect amount of gingerbread flavor! Not overpowering but just enough to make you feel like you’re in a winter wonderland. Okay, maybe that’s a stretch but they’re ready in less than 20 minutes and perfect for on the go!

Healthy S’Mores Cookies

One of my all time favorite cookie recipes ever. The perfect texture with this soft, chewy cookie mixed with the gooey marshmallows + melted chocolate chips. Sounds pretty perfect, right? This dessert will be on repeat this fall because s’mores = fall in my book! Not that these wouldn’t be delicious anytime of year but they especially hit the spot during these cooler nights.

Pesto Christmas Tree Sliders

Need a last minute Christmas appetizer or just a fun way to arrange sliders you already planned on making? Try this! These pesto Christmas tree sliders couldn’t be easier and they’re so fun!

Prep Time

5 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Serves

12

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Ingredients

10 Hawaiian Rolls

1/4 cup pesto

10–12 slices of turkey

3/4 cup mozzarella cheese

2 tbsp hot honey

2 tbsp butter melted

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Method

Arrange the Hawaiian rolls into a Christmas tree 

Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half lengthwise. Spread an even layer of pesto, then drizzle honey on top 

add on the turkey and cheese.

add the top of the rolls back on 

Use a mini star cutter to cut the star for the tree! 

In a bowl, add the melted butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk to combine. Spread on top of the rolls 

Cover everything with foil 

Bake at 350F for 15 minutes, remove foil, cook for 2 more minutes. 

Remove and serve!

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What You Will Need For This Recipe

Ricotta 

Hot honey 

Olive oil 

Red pepper flakes 

Fresh parsley 

Lemon zest 

Salt & pepper to taste 

What to Pair With This Dip 

This dip pairs well with a variety of things. I personally like to toast bread and drizzle it with a little olive oil then dip it in this whipped ricotta dip. You could also try: 

Pita chips 

Fresh vegetables 

Crackers 

Let me know what you end up using!

Other Health Recipes To Try

Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower

Gluten free & vegan bang bang cauliflower made in the air fryer! This cauliflower is the perfect easy side dish or appetizer. Quick, easy, and delicious. Made with vegan mayo, sriracha, and lots of spices to give the cauliflower the perfect flavor. Pair with rice or eat before your meal.

Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon & Apples

Here’s the best healthy side dish! This brussels sprouts salad with bacon & apples is a delicious salad that will be a crowd pleaser for sure! It has an easy honey mustard dressing that is so tasty, I use this dressing recipe on so many salads & roasted veggies!

Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts

These hot honey brussels sprouts are the best side dish to compliment any meal. They aren’t too spicy but pack enough punch to add a little flavor to a meal. You only need 5 ingredients to make these! I love making them to eat on their own or to pair with grilled chicken, salmon, etc.

Hot Honey Pecan Baked Brie

This easy hot honey pecan baked brie is a great appetizer! It pairs well with pita chips and will be the hit of the party. Seriously, you must add this to a charcuterie board. The hot honey is a little spicy but not too spicy. You can use regular honey if you aren’t into the spice though! It’s a fun way to elevate your cheese board or appetizer game.

Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta

The easiest 5 minute appetizer.  This whipped ricotta dip is so creamy & tasty. And of course easy to make. 

Prep Time

5 Minutes

Serves

6

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Ingredients

1 cup ricotta 

1 tbsp hot honey 

1 tbsp olive oil 

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 

1 tsp fresh parsley 

1/2 tsp lemon zest 

Salt & pepper to taste

Method

Place the ricotta in a food processor. Purée for 2 minutes or until it’s smooth. Place the whipped ricotta in a serving bowl or spread on a plate.

In a separate bowl, stir together the parsley, lemon zest, olive oil & honey.

Pour the herb and honey mixture on top of the whipped ricotta.

Top with salt & pepper to taste.

Serve with grilled baguette slices, crackers, or vegetables.

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