Which snack foods are your downfall?

[Lookinagain]

I've learned to make taro chips at home.
Local Asian markets charge around $4 a pound for fresh raw taro, but my Mexican market charges only $1.78 and they welcome Bibi too.
My OXO mandolin helps slice each one very thin and very even.
Even thickness is essential; otherwise thiner ones burn and thicker ones are raw inside.

I deep fry in a LC enameled cast iron wok with avocado oil, expensive but one of the healthiest oils with a high smoke point.
A wok requires less oil than a flat-bottom dutch oven to get the oil deep enough so temp doesn't drop as much when you add the taro.
Also cast iron has so much mass that it holds heat well, which Las is helpful to keep the temp up to fry properly and quickly.
Less time in the oil results in less oil absorbed.
Also I'm experimenting with a lower temp so the edges of the chips are not darker than the middle.
I had no idea deep fat frying well required so much nuancing.

I had never deep fat fried in my life, but I'm enjoying learning more about various cooking styles.
It took about 4 tries before I was happy with the taro chips.
My neighbors are going gaga over them.



Taro chips are surprisingly healthy for how scrumptious they are.
I use avocado oil and sprinkle on tiny pinch of Kosher salt right after removing chips from oil.
If you let chips cool the salt doesn't dissolve and spread as well.

Next I'm going to try baking them after brushing oil onto them.

Go ahead, I dare ya.
Try to eat just one.

Cooking Taro Chips as Healthier Alternative

Got the munchies? You might be tempted to reach for a bag of potato chips. After all, they’re readily available in convenience stores and supermarkets, and are very affordable. But that may come at the price of your health: Potato chips have over 500 calories per 100g and are loaded with sodium...

shop.healthyoptions.com.ph

too much work for me.

 

[VRBeauty]

I have an incredibly well-muscled sweet tooth. Which is probably why I can’t stay away from barbecue flavored potato chips. Derp fried sugar and spice and potatoes - what could be better?

 

[kenny]

too much work for me.

Actually the work is a another reason I love my homemade taro chips so much.
It's one reason I don't make them often, so I really appreciate them as something special.
Overall for me it's worth the work.
Plus I find yummy but healthy food prep to be an enriching and rewarding way to spend time.

Same thing with my home made ice cream.
That's a once a year treat!
Take one bite, and you die by orgasm. MMMMMMMM!

 

[Tonks]

Parmesan crisps. They’re baked parmesan that basically takes the form of crackers. And they are highly addictive!

 

[ItsMainelyYou]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

 

[stracci2000]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

I love these, too. Queen Anne.
Try to eat one without it dripping down your chin......!
Maybe that's part of what makes these so much fun to eat!

 

[lala646]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

My grandma always gave boxes of these to the grandkids at the holidays. I still have a soft spot for them!!

 

[SandraLynn]

Miss Vickies Jalapeño chips!

Have you tried the spicy pickle ones? So good.

 

[Piper70]

Doritos. The classic nacho cheese. I only buy them on vacation so I can eat the whole bag because otherwise I wouldn’t be able to stop myself. Cool Ranch are good too but not irresistible.

 

[Avondale]

Oreos. They're like a drug, and I'm not overexaggerating. Their combination of sugar and fat is damn near deadly. I haven't bought a packet for ages.

It disgusts my DH.

Perfect. More for you!

Actually the work is a another reason I love my homemade taro chips so much.
It's one reason I don't make them often, so I really appreciate them as something special.
Overall for me it's worth the work.

Come to think of it, I have the same attitude towards a variety of baked goods and desserts. Especially eclairs. Last time I made some was years ago. They're like a drug, too. One moment you have an entire plate full of them, the next you're munching on the very last one with no recollection of what happened to them...

 

[winetime12]

Have you tried the spicy pickle ones? So good.

I don't like pickle chips

 

[Lisa Loves Shiny]

Doritos! We don't keep junk food in the house because we have no control.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

I would buy my grandmother a box of these every Christmas, she loved them so much and my mom loved the popcorn balls. Same as you, had to be this exact brand.

 

[smitcompton]

Hi

My desires are so ordinary. Potato chips, pretzels and popcorn. I like salty stuff.

I love marzipan. I couldn't find this for a while, but amazon to the rescue.

Annette

 

[ame]

Most of my "before times" options I cannot physically have anymore without getting violently sick, but my current "issue" is sugar free dark chocolate chips. I keep them pre-measured at work, but at home, I TRY portioning them out but by the end of the cup I pre-measured, I end up practically dumping the entire bag in my gullet in a few minutes.

 

[Rebel Rebel]

I have so many! Short list:

- Cape Cod Original Reduced Fat Chips - I joke that I have to slap my hand to get it out of the bag, but it's not far from the truth.
- Doritos Nacho Cheese - I still sometimes eat the whole bag for dinner.
- Cannoli from Publix - We don't have a lot of bakeries here & these slap. I eat both the same day I buy them.

Some things I've self-banned because I can't stop once I start:
-Frosted Chocolate Pop Tarts
-Golden Oreos
-Drake's Coffee Cakes
-Walker's Shortbread
-Aldi Southern Grove Deluxe Sea Salt Cashews

My husband has some dietary restrictions, so his fav is Utz Sourdough Special Extra Dark Pretzels. I love them, too.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

chicken chips
also sweet chillie

chocolate
but im picky on brands

i love this, but its hard to find outside of xmas or easter
ive never seen the bars here in orange

 

[Petalouda]

Chips - especially tortilla. I tend to get lightheaded at times and they help but have to really control myself or else I’ll eat 3-5 servings in a sitting. The snacks I have no self control over at all and cannot keep in my house are chocolate covered pretzels and chocolate covered almonds.

 

[missy]

Potato chips with cream cheese...I curse whoever created cream cheese! It's my downfall!

And I bet you can't guess my dessert of choice...yep, Cheesecake!

This is for you @tyty333. I didn’t know which you prefer. Plain or with topping

 

[canuk-gal]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

LOVE THESE! I suck the cherry out and spit the chocolate into the compost. Good times!!!

 

[Kim N]

I hope I'm not the only one feeling hungry from this thread!

I recently discovered True North's almond pecan crunch and cannot stop eating it. Also honey roasted peanuts, certain kinds of dark dark chocolate, Doritos, and barbecue potato chips.

 

[Calliecake]

Oh, you aren’t alone @Kim N. I’ve really been craving a bag of Cool Ranch Dorito’s since reading this thread yesterday. I may have breakdown tomorrow and get a bag.

 

[stracci2000]

LOVE THESE! I suck the cherry out and spit the chocolate into the compost. Good times!!!

Whaaaa?
Spit the chocolate out? Woman you are cray-zee!

 

[Calliecake]

Hey @canuk-gal, Are you ok???

 

[canuk-gal]

LOVE THESE! I suck the cherry out and spit the chocolate into the compost. Good times!!!

I love these so much, but cannot eat much chocolate. I always search for these cordials, but are not easy to find here. When I do find them, my family--eats them whole--and empties the box before I get my chance!

 

[canuk-gal]

Whaaaa?
Spit the chocolate out? Woman you are cray-zee!

I suppose!!!

 

[canuk-gal]

Hey @canuk-gal, Are you ok???

LOL you guys are the best!!!

 

[Cerulean]

Man there are some good ones in here…I’m drooling!

Popcorn and ice cream are my deadly treats.

Smartfood white cheddar popcorn especially, or when I make truffle popcorn on the stove top

I LOVE jeni’s ice cream (gooey butter cake) or Oberweis (peanut butter swirl with cookie dough in a vanilla base)

 

[jaysonsmom]

I've learned to make taro chips at home.
Local Asian markets charge around $4 a pound for fresh raw taro, but my Mexican market charges only $1.78 and they welcome Bibi too.
My OXO mandolin helps slice each one very thin and very even.
Even thickness is essential; otherwise thiner ones burn and thicker ones are raw inside.

I deep fry in a LC enameled cast iron wok with avocado oil, expensive but one of the healthiest oils with a high smoke point.
A wok requires less oil than a flat-bottom dutch oven to get the oil deep enough so temp doesn't drop as much when you add the taro.
Also cast iron has so much mass that it holds heat well, which Las is helpful to keep the temp up to fry properly and quickly.
Less time in the oil results in less oil absorbed.
Also I'm experimenting with a lower temp so the edges of the chips are not darker than the middle.
I had no idea deep fat frying well required so much nuancing.

I had never deep fat fried in my life, but I'm enjoying learning more about various cooking styles.
It took about 4 tries before I was happy with the taro chips.
My neighbors are going gaga over them.



Taro chips are surprisingly healthy for how scrumptious they are.
I use avocado oil and sprinkle on tiny pinch of Kosher salt right after removing chips from oil.
If you let chips cool the salt doesn't dissolve and spread as well.

Next I'm going to try baking them after brushing oil onto them.

Go ahead, I dare ya.
Try to eat just one.

Cooking Taro Chips as Healthier Alternative

Got the munchies? You might be tempted to reach for a bag of potato chips. After all, they’re readily available in convenience stores and supermarkets, and are very affordable. But that may come at the price of your health: Potato chips have over 500 calories per 100g and are loaded with sodium...

shop.healthyoptions.com.ph

Sounds amazing! I love taro anything.

 

[monarch64]

I like a lot of snacks, but I wouldn't be mad for more than say, fifteen minutes, if someone else polished them off...except these. I only get them once a year, so they're very time specific, but I'll eat a shocking amount. I receive them like tribute. Boxes over the holidays, plural.
They have to be the cheap kind or no dice. I've had people gift me some lovely elevated versions over the years. They're fine. They're nice. They're not my Queen's.
My secret love are these.
Less than two months left to wait!
It disgusts my DH.

Those are strictly valentines treat for me! I love that people enjoy them for other holidays.