Everyone loves a good snack, but unfortunately, when the "snack attack" comes, we usually make poor choices and end up regretting it later. Fortunately, with a bit of preparation, you can put together a healthy, delicious, and filling snack that will keep your body and brain sharp for at least a couple of hours.

You don't have to hunt down specialty "black" cocoa to make authentic Oreos; the only essentials are Dutch cocoa powder and a little baking soda to alkalinize the dough. Together, they make crispy wafers as inky and intense as the original, with a hint of bitterness to balance the sweet vanilla filling.