Here's Why You Should Eat More Chocolates Round The Clock

You know dark chocolates are good for you (they’re full of antioxidants and feel-good phenylethylamine), but how do you get more in your diet? Here’s one way for each meal of the day!

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You know dark chocolates are good for you (they’re full of antioxidants and feel-good phenylethylamine), but how do you get more in your diet? Here’s one way for each meal of the day!

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1. For Breakfast:

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Skip the sugar and grate a few shards of dark, unsweetened chocolate over your morning cereal or oatmeal to liven up your breakfast. Try it on this Bircher Muesli recipe.

2. For Lunch:

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Other than sneaking in some chocolate treats after your meal, why not try finishing your lunch with a chocolate banana or berry smoothie?

3. For Teatime:

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Your options here are plenty (chocolate tarts and muffins come to mind), but snacking on a bar of dark chocolate is just as satisfying.

4. For Dinner:

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Most of us enjoy a serving of fruits after dinner, but how about dipping them in melted chocolate (see below).

How to make chocolate fondue: Combine ½ bar dark chocolate with ½ cup milk or cream in a small bowl. Place bowl in a simmering water bath or microwave on medium for about 2 mins. Stir until smooth and keep heated on low when dipping.

5. For Supper:

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A cup of hot cocoa is the best thing to send you off to slumberland!

Chocolate & Raspberry Fudge Brownie

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Want more? How about baking some of our favourite chocolate treats? Here are some Chocolate & Raspberry Fudge Brownies both you and kids will love.

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Flourless Chocolate Meringue Cake

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Meringue and chocolate makes a beautiful and delicious combination which is irresistible. And this cake will draw all the "oohs" and "aahs" when you serve it up!

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Date, Almond And Chocolate Torte

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Made with luscious melted dark chocolate, this yummy but healthy bake also contains dates and almond meal for a fibre boost.

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Crunchy Chocolate Slice

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Make these treats and keep them in a jar for midday snacks, or pack them into a nice box to make a gift. You can also swap the milk chocs for dark chocs for more antioxidants.

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