Be Kind-Three treats to make and share

Kindness Is Healthy—and Sweet!

Being kind isn’t just nice. Every act of kindness you extend—to another person, to animals, or to a cause near and dear to you—offers benefits that go way beyond a momentary mood boost or a smile. Each act of kindness comes with real physical and emotional benefits, according to science. In other words, kindess is healthy! Learn more.

You don’t have to wait until Random Acts of Kindness Day, there are lots of ways you can be kind all year long. Volunteer at a local community organization. Offer a heartfelt “thank you” or write a note of appreciation to a neighbor, friend, or loved one. Or whip up a batch of sweet, wholesome treats to share like the ones below.

Chocolate Chip Blondie

Everybody loves a bar cookie, and these are no different! But these blondies have a secret. They’re made with chickpeas, oats, and applesauce that bump up the nutrition while cutting back a bit on sugar. They’re a sweet way to say you care.

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PB&Q Energy Bites

Here’s a treat that is a breakfast, snack, or anytime pick-me-up! With creamy, dreamy peanut butter, oats, cooked quinoa, and dried cranberries and apricots, these sweet and protein-packed bites offer energy to keep you going through the day.

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Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

Biscotti—which means “twice cooked” in Italian—is the perfect make-ahead cookie. These treats are made with white whole wheat flour, almond butter, coconut milk, dried cranberries, and crunchy pistachios.

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More ways to practice random acts of kindness

Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.

Be Kind–Three treats to make and share

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