If you have ever read and/or made any of the recipes on my website, then you know I’m all about good-for-you, delightful meals and snacks that are simple to make. Simple for me means that I am more likely to enjoy and stick with something. I’d gather the same is true for most of you as well!

Recently, two new Mini Babybel flavors arrived on the market: Mini Babybel Sharp Original and the Mini Babybel White Cheddar.  I have been having a blast concocting new, calorie-conscious and delightful, simple and fun snacks using them.

A quick background synopsis on the two new flavors so you understand what we’re working with:

1. Mini Babybel Sharp Original – mostly mild flavor with a subtle tang
2. Mini Babybel White Cheddar – a little creamy with a pinch of the sharp

Here are 3 Simple & Fun Snack Ideas with Mini Babybel:

1. #SnackJoy Plate: The first thing I did with the new flavors was created a, “Red, White and Blue #SnackJoy” plate with them for this past 4th of July. This is a simple appetizer plate that you can bring to your next summer BBQ. Included on the plate: Almonds, Sea Salt & Vinegar chips, Gluten-Free rice crackers, The Laughing Cow Light Garlic & Herb Wedges, Mini Babybel Sharp Original, Mini Babybel White Cheddar, red peppers, blueberries, strawberries and dried cranberries.
2. Beverage Pairing: Don’t think you have to limit simple and fun snack ideas using food only. Sometimes the perfect pairing is with a beverage! A great summer way to enjoy the new Mini Babybel flavors is to pair them with some iced tea. I enjoy the Mini Babybel White Cheddar with a “dessert tea,” such as my Teavana Azteca Fire Herbal (includes chocolate and strawberries). It’s kind of like cheesecake with coffee; a little creamy and a little sweet! I enjoy the Mini Babybel Sharp Original with a fruity iced tea, such as my Teavana Blueberry Bliss Rooibos Tea. The mild flavor goes perfectly with the fruity flavor. Best of all, you’ll stay snack satisfied, while keeping perfectly hydrated!
3. Layered Bites: Layers are a simple and fun way to spice up everything from your tank tops to your table top center pieces! Creating layers with Mini Babybels are simple and fun as well.
   1. Layering idea #1: (bottom) small, square cube of grilled chicken sprinkled with cinnamon + (middle) Mini Babybel White Cheddar + (top) slice green apple.
   2. Layering idea #2: (bottom) cracker + (middle) Mini Babybel Sharp Original + (top) spiced almonds.

There are many things to do with the new Mini Babybel flavors. Keep it simple. Make it fun, and I guarantee you will stick with your healthy lifestyle! I’m always looking for new #SnackJoy ideas. What have you done with the new Mini Babybel flavors?

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