Courtesy Devin Alexander

Apple “fries” with peanut butter dip

“This dip is oddly crave-worthy,” says Devin Alexander, a celebrity chef and author of You Can Have It! “This will turn the apples with peanut butter that moms feel great about serving from a ho-hum snack to a dessert. The fat and protein in the peanut butter, along with the protein in the quark and fiber in the apple make this dessert very balanced. And the Stevia adds plenty of sweetness without adding calories.” To make it, cut two extra large apples (avoiding the core) into sticks about 1/3-inch thick and as long as the height of the apple. Transfer the “fries” to a medium glass, and toss them with 1 tablespoon lemon juice until evenly coated. To make the dip: Add 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon plain nonfat quark (or Greek yogurt), 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter, and 1 tablespoon Stevia to a small mixing bowl. Using a spoon, mix the dip until well combined. Read on to find out 30 healthy snacks that can help you lose weight.