Holiday Guide 2018

(BPT) - 'Tis the season for cookies, cakes, candies and more! Those delectable treats are an iconic part of celebra ons big and small. Don't stress at the thought of a packed schedule and the tempta on of too many unhealthy treats. Registered die an Dawn Jackson Blatner shares some smart ps to save me while also crea ng be er baking that provides rich flavors and higher quality nutrients. Streamline by planning ahead First, consider designa ng a part of your cabinet or pantry to your holiday baking supplies and let family members know it's off limits. There's nothing worse than star ng a recipe only to realize an ingredient you need became a snack two days prior. Those nuts, dried fruit and chocolate can be temp ng! So, stock up on high-quality ingredients and add a note to deter tempted snackers if necessary. Another p: Bake what you can ahead of me. "There are many holiday cookies that freeze beau fully," says Blatner. "That means you can start your baking weeks ahead of me and be ready for celebra ons of all kinds. Just remember to thaw the day prior so that your baked goods are ready to go." Get be er results with be er eggs "Fresh ingredients are the key to superior baking and eggs are the perfect example," says Blatner. She recommends Eggland's Best eggs because they are the only eggs that have double the omega-3s compared to ordinary eggs. Omega-3s are classified as "essen al" fa y acids because they are important for maintaining good health and the body cannot make them on its own. Omega-3s also enhance baking as they improve emulsifying quali es. More than just Omega-3s, Eggland's Best eggs have 25% less saturated fat, six mes more vitamin D, 10 mes more vitamin E and more than double the amount of vitamin B12. That means no ma er what recipe you use them in, you'll be improving the nutri onal profile of your holiday treats. Use simple swaps for healthier results Making more nutri ous cookies can be as simple as swapping out a few key ingredients. Consider chocolate, a popular ingredient in holiday desserts. Instead of buying milk or Time Saving Tips and Healthy Tricks for Holiday Baking

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