A good life is all about finding balance. After a long week of hustling at work and being diligent about your diet, there’s nothing like a treat to help you unwind. Are you looking for the ultimate treat for your “cheat” treat or just want to practice indulging yourself with moderation? Here’s a look at five food and drink items to indulge yourself with without an ounce of guilt occasionally! You deserve this!
1. Chocolate Lava Cake
Calling all chocolate lovers! While there are many desserts out there to splurge on when you’re calling a cheat day, not all of them offer the satisfaction of chocolate lava cake. Digging your fork in is an experience filled with anticipation. There’s nothing like the mixture of a moist, spongy cake with hot liquid chocolate. Also known as chocolate molten cake, this French dessert is made with chocolate cake with a liquid core of rich chocolate. You can even gild the lily by adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Let’s call this the dessert you deserve after a grueling week.
2. Brandy and a Cigar
There’s a reason why cigar clubs were once the go-to spots for shedding off the stress of long, tiresome weeks. If you’ve been grinding your gears, it’s time to slow down with the perfect pairing of an alcoholic drink and a cigar. Nothing tops a good brandy with a premium-quality cigar if you want to get the full effect of matching flavor profiles. You get bonus points if you can find a comfortable chair to melt into as you savor every alternating sip and puff.
3. Flavored Popcorn
Who doesn’t love a movie night at home after a long week? If you’re looking to really indulge, swap your usual snacks for flavored popcorn. We’re talking about caramel, chocolate drizzle, chocolate peanut butter, kettle corn, and other sticky and gooey favorites. Of course, this treat isn’t 100% unredeemable from a nutritional standpoint. Popcorn is a whole-grain food that’s high in fiber and antioxidants.
4. Frozen Margarita
While you may not be getting to Key West or Cancún for a vacation this year, a frozen margarita is a party in a cup you can enjoy everywhere. This go-to drink at resorts and restaurants is sweet and refreshing. Frozen margaritas are made with tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup blended together with ice. While frozen margaritas are traditionally flavored with lime, they can be made with strawberry, watermelon, guava, and whatever other tangy and tropical flavor you can dream up!
5. Loaded Nachos
If your idea of a treat is more on the “savory and salty” side, it’s time to load up on a giant plate of loaded nachos. This indulgent treat has it all! Crispy, delicious tortilla chips create a bedrock layer for an untold number of toppings. Make sure your nachos have the classic ground beef or pulled pork, refried beans, cheese, and sour cream. You can also dress loaded nachos up with onions, pico de gallo, jalapenos, and guacamole.