3 Easy and Delicious Bedtime Snacks for Better Sleep!

Sometimes we just need a little bedtime snack before bed, but it can be tricky trying to eat something that’s not going to be too heavy on our digestive system or cause us to wake up in the middle of the night (thanks, blood sugar spikes!)

Luckily, it doesn’t have to be this way!

By strategically choosing foods that will nourish your body while still being absolutely satisfying and delicious, you can have a great night’s sleep (and stay asleep all night long!)

That’s why I’m sharing these 3 easy and tasty bedtime snacks that are specifically designed to promote better sleep and stress support (and still taste amazing because we aren’t about to eat plain rice cakes…m’kay?)

No boring recipes here. You can finally enjoy bedtime snacks without the guilt!

Here are the 3 easy bedtime snacks you can make and enjoy throughout the week:

1. Dark Cherry Yogurt Parfait
2. Almond Butter and Banana Toast
3. Golden Honey Milk

3 Tasty Bedtime Snacks That Are Nutritious and Keep You Asleep All Night Long!

1. Dark Cherry Yogurt Parfait

Dark cherries are a fantastic fruit to have on hand! Not only are they jam-packed with flavor (pun intended) but they also support a healthy night’s rest by boosting your body’s natural melatonin production. 

By pairing dark cherries with Greek yogurt, you get a delicious parfait that is full of natural fiber and protein that will keep you satisfied all night long.

You will need:

• ½ cup of diced dark cherries (for extra tastiness, simmer them in a small pot on the stovetop until slightly bubbly and warm)
• 1 cup of Greek yogurt (plain is ideal, but you can use whatever flavor you want – just try to avoid too much sugar so your blood sugar doesn’t spike at night)

Add a small spoonful of Greek yogurt to the bottom of a small bowl or mug. Dollop a spoonful of diced cherries over the yogurt. Repeat this process until you have yummy layers of creamy yogurt and dark cherries. If you are using plain yogurt, you may add honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness and flavor).

This yogurt parfait is easy to make and the fat and protein from the yogurt stabilizes your blood sugar which will keep you from waking up at 3 am every single night! The cherries will help increase your natural melatonin production which is the hormone responsible for your sleep-wake cycles.

Instead of reaching for those sugar-filled melatonin gummies, make this parfait for a better (and more filling) sleep-promoting option!

2. Almond Butter and Banana Toast

The best things in life are so simple, and this bedtime snack hits all the marks!

Healthy fat from the almond butter, potassium from the banana, and fiber from the whole grain bread is sure to Eli you catch some ZZZs each night.

Plus, it’s so easy to make! You will need:

1. 1 tbsp of 100% almond butter (or nut butter substitute if you can’t have almonds – just avoid butters that have palm oils as these are inflammatory to your gut and can disrupt sleep)
2. ½ banana sliced into circles
3. 1 piece of sprouted or whole grain toast (Ezekiel brand bread is a great option!)

Take your slice of bread and lightly toast it in the toaster or under your oven broiler. Once toasted, spread the almond butter over the bread and top with the sliced banana. For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle cinnamon over the bananas and enjoy!

Almond butter is an excellent healthy fat that keep blood sugar stable all night while the toast is full of digestive-friendly fiber that will keep you regular!

(happy bowel movements = happy sleep!)

The potassium in bananas has been found to promote muscle relaxation which helps people stay asleep longer. This bedtime snack is perfect for anyone who needs extra relaxation or may live active an lifestyle where their muscles require a bit more TLC.

3. Golden Honey Milk

An absolute classic! 

You’ve heard about how drinking a cup of warm milk before bed helps you sleep?

This isn’t some old wives tale; milk before bed is a great bedtime snack for any age to support sleep and strong bones (plus, it’s easy on the digestive system because it’s all liquid! No chewing required!)

 We’re gonna take it up a notch and help you get the best night’s rest with this simple milk recipe with a twist!

You will need:

1. 1 cup of plain milk (whole, grass-fed cow milk is ideal, but choose the milk you like best)
2. 1 tsp turmeric
3. 1 tsp of honey (or maple syrup)

Add all the ingredients to a small pot and simmer until warm and fragrant. You may use a milk frother to add that classic, creamy texture you get from your local coffee shop. And you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to top it off! Think of this as your special “bedtime latte” that helps you wind down and relax from a long, hard day! Good sleep, here we come!

The antioxidant properties in the turmeric and honey give this milk beverage a healthy boost! Not only are you getting a tasty drink, but you are protecting your body from oxidative stress and inflammation thanks to these key ingredients.

Add these 3 bedtime snacks to your bedtime routine to have a better night’s sleep!

These 3 bedtime snack recipes are chock full of nutrients that provide a variety of health benefits while supporting better sleep each night! By enjoying these snacks 30 minutes – 1 hour before bed, you can begin enjoying a good night’s sleep without the guilt of indulging in a yummy treat at the end of the day. 

You can sleep well knowing you are giving you body exactly what it needs to stay asleep all night long and avoid waking up feeling tired and sluggish. You will soon have renewed energy when you start incorporating healthy (and delicious) foods in your diet and lifestyle!