It’s late in the evening, a little chilly, and feels a whole lot like winter outside.  I find myself wanting something warm and sweet, and I’m not talking about a man! Haha. I came up with a quick and moderately healthy microwave treat using ingredients you might already have in your kitchen cabinet and refrigerator. You’ll need:

1 Medium Apple, cinnamon to taste, apple pie spice to taste, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon butter, 2 tablespoons triple zero vanilla yogurt.

Core the apple and cut into bite size pieces. You can peel or not peel, depending on how much work you want to do. I don’t peel. Maybe I’m too lazy, maybe I think there are lots of vitamins and fiber in the peel – you can judge as you see fit. Place the apple pieces in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1:30 -2:00, depending on the power of your microwave. Remove the apples from the microwave and sprinkle with cinnamon and apple pie spice. Add the butter and brown sugar and mix well. Place the apples back in the microwave for an additional 1:30-2:00. Remove the apples from the microwave and stir again. Top with two tablespoons of vanilla yogurt while the apples are still warm and enjoy!

Is this as healthy as eating an apple? No. Is it as bad as a big slice of dutch apple pie with ice cream? Heck no!! It’s the rational middle ground you can enjoy whilst not feeling like either a fasting monk or glutton. Balance. Yes.