Halloween Quest Treats

October is here and that means Halloween is right around the corner! You know what that means...candy candy CANDY! Yes, it is absolutely acceptable to indulge in some of that candy you already bought for the trick-or-treaters! I know I do! One of my all time favorite candies is Candy Corn! Not the healthiest snack on it's own, but when you pair it with a Quest Bar...

You have some delicious, and somewhat nutritious, Halloween Quest Treats!

So easy to make!

You just need a Quest Bar and candy corn! I like using the Chocolate Brownie bar, but feel free to try any flavor.

**If you need to restock on Quest bars, go here now**

There are so many kinds of candy corn out there!

I am using regular, chocolate, and s'mores flavored. 

First you need to microwave the Quest Bar for 10-12 seconds. 

Be sure to use a microwave safe plate.  Use parchment paper if you have it.  Do NOT use a napkin or paper towel!!

Break the bar into 20 little pieces.  Roll into balls, and press down a bit.  

I highly recommend using parchment paper or a silicon baking mat to line your pan.  

Into the oven at 350 for 3-5 minutes.  Keep a close eye on them so they don't burn!

 As soon as they come out of the oven, press a candy corn into the middle of each one.

Press them in there good so they stick!!

 And there you have it!!!

The perfect Halloween treat!

They are soft, chewy, sweet, and chocolatey! 

What more could you ask for?!

 How cute would these be sitting out at a party!?

Perfect little bite sized snacks.

 So when someone asks you "Trick-or-Treat?"...

Be sure to answer with "Quest Treats Please!"

Halloween Quest Treats

• 1 Quest Bar (chocolate brownie)
• 20 candy corn pieces

1. Microwave Quest Bar for 10-12 seconds (use microwave safe plate or parchment paper)
2. Break bar into 20 pieces
3. Roll pieces into tiny balls and press down a bit
4. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicon baking mat
5. Bake at 350 for 3-5 minutes
6. As soon as they come out of the oven, press a candy corn into the middle of each one
7. Let cool and enjoy!!

For 20 Treats - 310 calories

6F 60C 20P

**Check out the recipe video**

Quest Rice Crispy Treats!

I remember making Rice Crispy Treats as a kid all the time! I still make them with the kiddos I nanny for, but don't eat four or five bars like I used to! I decided to come up with a little healthier version of this childhood treat so I could still enjoy them without the guilt!

Since I didn't want to use an entire bag of sugary marshmallows half a stick of butter, I needed to come up with something to replace those ingredients with...Quest Bar to the rescue!!

Only two ingredients! That is less than what you need for the original recipe.

Puffed Rice cereal and a Cinnamon Roll Quest Bar.  That's it!!

*Get creative!! Try different cereal / bar combos*

First microwave the Quest Bar for about 10 seconds to get it nice and soft.  Break it up into little pieces, put it in a bowl. 

And add a little bit of water (about 1 Tablespoon) Microwave 10 seconds, stir, microwave 10 seconds, stir...

Until you get it to this consistency.  

Stir in your cereal.  

Make sure you get it mixed up really well!

You will want a pretty small container.  I just used some tupperware.  Spray your container with a touch of non stick spray and press the cereal in there. 

Feel free to use two or three bars to make more bars! I consider this one serving.

Place in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to let the bar set up.

And there you have it!

Two big rice crispy treats that are not full of sugar and butter!

Both bars are only 230 calories! 

Because of the Quest Bar, they also contain 21 grams of protein.  Great pre or post workout!

I think next time I will use a Chocolate Brownie Quest Bar to make chocolate treats!

The possibilities are endless! 

Rice Crispy Treats

• 1 Cinnamon Roll Quest Bar
• 1 cup puffed rice cereal (17g)

1. Unwrap Quest Bar, place on microwave safe plate, and microwave 10 seconds
2. Break bar into little pieces, put in a bowl, and add 1 T warm water
3. Stir, microwave 10 seconds, stir, microwave til bar is dissolved
4. Stir in cereal 
5. Lightly coat your dish and press in bar mixture
6. Refrigerate at least 20 minutes
7. Enjoy!

Makes 2 Bars

230 calories for both

 6F 38C 21P

Check out my recipe video too!

Quest Creation - Strawberry Cheesecake Jello Bars

I think it is time I come clean...I am...a Quest Bar addict...There, I said it! I am not ashamed either! These bars taste amazing, are super healthy, and you can turn them into crazy creations! For example, how about some Strawberry Cheesecake Jello Bars?!

This dessert is fantastic! It is a great way to satisfy that sweet tooth.  Plus, it is packed full of protein and very low in fat.  

Don't worry, it is very easy to make! You only need four ingredients.

Vanilla protein powder, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, sugar free fat free strawberry jello mix, and that wonderful Strawberry Cheesecake Quest Bar. 

Unwrap the bar, place on microwave safe plate, and warm it up.  

It only needs 8-10 seconds in the microwave.  Just enough to make it soft enough to mold. 

Place the bar between some parchment paper and roll it nice and thin.  

I am using a small 5x7 baking dish, so I made it to fit.  You could use any shape and size dish.  If your dish is much bigger, you may want to use two bars.  

Coat the dish generously with some non stick spray and just lay the flattened bar in there.  It doesn't have to be a perfect fit because the bar will expand some as we bake it.  Into the oven at 350 for 10-12 minutes.  

Ta-Da! 

Now we have a beautiful and tasty crust for our bars. Stick this in the fridge while we mix up the jello part. 

Add the whole package of jello mix to one cup of boiling water.  If you want, you can add a sweetener to two.  I used one little Splenda. 

Make sure all the powder is dissolved and stick this in the freezer, just to take the chill off.  

In a shaker cup, add 1/2 scoop of vanilla protein powder and 1/2 cup milk.  Shake it up real good!

If you don't have a shaker cup, you can just use a whisk or spoon.  I find the shaker works really well though! 

Now add the jello mix.  It's ok if it a little warm, you just don't want to add boiling hot liquid to milk...Mix it up some more!

Really work those arm muscles! 

Now you should have a very pretty pink mixture.  Don't worry, we are almost done!!

Stick this back in the fridge or freezer for a bit.  You want to make sure your Quest Bar crust, and jello mixture are completely cool before we do the next step!!

Once you are sure everything it cooled, slowly pour the jello mixture over the crust.  If the jello mix is even a little bit warm, it will start to melt and break apart the crust.  

Stick the in the fridge for about an hour or until the jello has set.  I know...waiting is the worst part!!

 It is so worth it though!! As you can see, I was a little impatient and forgot to take a finished product picture...I couldn't wait to eat a piece!!

 I got six nice sized bars from this recipe.  Let's be honest though, I ate the whole dish by myself...And why shouldn't I?! The whole dish is only 260 calories! That is much less than any teeny tiny piece of cheesecake you might get at a restaurant.  

 That bite is pure perfection! 

The jello is cold and creamy, the crust is sweet and crunchy, and together it is simply amazing!

Yum!!!

 The whole dish also has a whopping 36 grams of protein! I really look forward to this treat after a tough workout!

If you're only excuse for not making this is that you don't have any Quest Bars, then let me stop you right there!!! Go here and buy some now! I promise you will be glad you did :)

Strawberry Cheesecake Jello Bars

• 1 Strawberry Cheesecake Quest Bar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
• 1 package sugar free fat free strawberry jello mix
• 1/2 scoop MTS vanilla whey (15g)
• 1 cup water
• sweetener if desired

1. Microwave Quest Bar for 10 seconds.
2. With a rolling pin, flatten the bar between parchment paper. Make is fit whatever size dish you are using. 
3. Coat dish with nonstick spray and place flattened bar on bottom.
4. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes
5. Let cool completely.
6. Mix together entire package of jello and 1 cup boiling water.  Let cool.
7. In a shaker cup, mix milk and protein powder.  Add jello mixture once it is cool. 
8. Once crust and jello mixture are both completely cooled, slowly pour jello over the crust.
9. Place in fridge for 1-2 hours or until jello is set.
10. Enjoy!!

Makes 6 Bars

Whole Dish - 260 calories

7g Fat

29g Carb

36g Protein 

Quest Creation - Creamy Coconut Cups

Quest Bars are amazing! They taste delicious and are actually good for you! Packed with protein, no added sugar, and only the best ingredients  The best part about them is that you can turn them into so many crazy and yummy treats! For example, some Creamy Coconut Cups!

Can you believe these were made from a Quest Bar?! True story!

So simple too! All you need is a Coconut Cashew Quest Bar, nonfat plain greek yogurt, shredded coconut, vanilla, and sweetener if you like. 

I used unsweetened coconut, but whatever you prefer is fine.  You could use any type of yogurt, but I prefer the thickness of greek.  

Unwrap that wonderful bar and microwave for 10 seconds.  

Make sure you use a microwave safe plate.  I recommend using parchment paper so it doesn't stick.  DON'T use a napkin or paper towel!

I am making two tasty treats, but you could also make this as one bigger dessert.  Coat whatever dishes you are using very generously with nonstick spray. Break the softened bar into two pieces and just mold it into the dish.  

Bake at 350 for 10 minutes. 

Let them cool completely before trying to get them out of the baking dishes.  

I stuck mine in the freezer for a couple minutes and popped them out.  Just go around the edges slowly with a knife and they should come out pretty easily. 

While those are cooling you can mix up the filling.  Just add your yogurt, coconut, vanilla, and sweetener to a bowl and stir.

This stuff is great to eat just like this! It also makes a great dip for crackers and pretzels.  Try your best to not eat it all this time!

Once your cups are cooled, just plop a spoonful of the filling in each one. 

Make sure they are completely cooled so you don't melt the yogurt. 

 Take a little more of that shredded coconut and sprinkle it on top!

I just love coconut! The smell...the taste...

How amazing do those look?!

The best part is they are a "clean cheat" That means they taste like something that is not so good for you...but they really are good for you! Packed with protein from the bar and yogurt, sweet from the coconut and vanilla, and just simply delicious! 

 Seriously...

Just look at that bite!!

 The bar makes a perfect crunchy crust and the yogurt is cold and creamy.  

So go buy some Quest Bars, make these, and share the recipe with your family and friends!!

Creamy Coconut Cups

• 1 coconut cashew Quest bar
• 1/4 cup nonfat plain greek yogurt (56g)
• 1 T unsweetened shredded coconut (5g)
• 1/4 t vanilla
• sweetener if desired

1. Microwave bar for 10 seconds on microwave safe plate.
2. Cut in 2 pieces.
3. Mold into baking dish - use nonstick spray!
4. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.
5. Let cool.
6. Mix together yogurt, coconut, vanilla, and sweetener.
7. Fill cups with mixture and top with more coconut.

For both cups - 233 calories 

9g Fat

 28g Carb 

26g Protein

Quest Creation - Salted Caramel Brownie Bites

So in love with Quest Bars! I love eating them out of the wrapper, microwaving them, baking them into teeny tiny cookies, and experimenting with them! I recently made the best treats out of the Chocolate Brownie bar!

Yes, these taste as amazing as they look! Best part is they are quite healthy!! As Quest would say, they are the perfect way to cheat clean :)

So simple too...all you need is a Chocolate Brownie Quest Bar, some caramels, and some sea salt!

I just used regular caramels, but you can also use sugar free.

Unwrap the bar and place it on a microwave safe plate or parchment paper if you have some. Microwave for 10 seconds.

Do NOT try to microwave these bars on a napkin, paper towel, or paper plate! You will have a mess and a wasted Quest Bar!! People go to jail for wasting Quest Bars...

Break the bar into 3 pieces.  Flatten out one piece and place the unwrapped caramel inside. 

 I probably don't have to say "unwrapped", but ya just never know with some people... 

Roll the bar into a ball.

Make sure the caramel is completely covered so it doesn't ooze out.

Do the same with the other two pieces of the bar and place on a baking sheet. I highly recommend using parchment paper.  

Bake at 350 for about 10 minutes.

 As soon as they come out of the oven sprinkle some sea salt on top. 

You could leave the salt off, but they are so much better with it!!

Let them cool a tiny bit before taking that first bite!! 

I know...it is very hard to wait!! I made the mistake of tasting too soon and that caramel is hot!

If you don't have the Chocolate Brownie bar, you can definitely try with some other flavors! Cookie dough, double chocolate chunk, cinnamon roll, peanut butter supreme...you get the idea!

So go buy some Quest Bars, make these, and then tell your friends all about it!

Salted Caramel Brownie Bites

• Chocolate brownie Quest Bar
• 3 caramels
• Sea salt

1. Place bar on microwave safe plate and microwave for 10 seconds.

2. Break bar into 3 pieces.

3. Flatten each piece and place caramel inside.

4. Roll dough into a ball with caramel in the middle.

5. Place on baking sheet with parchment.

6. Bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes.

7. Sprinkle with sea salt as soon as they come out of the oven.

8. Let cool for a few minutes and enjoy!!

3 Bites for 250 calories 

8g Protein

 40g Carb 

21g Protein

**Check out the video for making these tasty treats!! Salted Caramel Brownie Bites