Best Healthy Dessert Recipes That Aren't Boring For Health

 

You’ simply want to enjoy treats in moderation in the net carbs provided by this recipe. (That unofficial term roughly describes the total carbs minus fiber and sugar alcohols, according to Atkins.com.) That’s because the ketogenic diet (aka Keto) can be both restrictive and delicious if you approach your desserts with the right mindset. The end result is an easy dessert that will satisfy all of your favorite meal planning cravings without feeling like it’s missing out on important nutrition. So, instead of making everything from scratch, check these 8 recipes. It’ll be worth the effort.

1. Creamy Coconut Sorbet with Chocolate Glaze

This creamy coconut sorbet recipe uses bananas and fresh strawberries as its base. Adding vanilla extract gives every bite a silky richness that is sure to make you forget about some of the bad things. If you prefer less sweetness add a dash or two of lemon juice. And since they're both dairy free, no worries about calories here.

2. Strawberry Banana Pudding

This strawberry banana pudding is incredibly simple to prepare. No need to do any heavy work preparing it beforehand, just throw it together in about 20 minutes. And of course, any fruit toppings are welcome on top (or on the bottom). Of course, this makes for a pretty satisfying treat. The only real downside here is the amount of time required to get the pudding to rise to the top. Also, keep in mind that most people tend to opt for the banana slices that give them the best taste of the whole thing. On the other hand, using a little cream might not be as difficult as you think. But, that doesn't mean you shouldn't try! Just take extra care to store the extra ingredients separately. Otherwise, you can end up having more than enough whipped cream!

3. Fruit Cakes With Granola Crumb

This combination of granola and fruit cake is a surprisingly delectable way to go keto! They use almond flour for their crumbs and maple syrup for the batter. Since there are so many different kinds of yogurt available at your local grocery store, you could easily tweak this recipe to fit your liking. Plus, all ingredients are always within reach! For instance, feel free to switch things up when adding sweeteners, such as stevia! We love how they also pair the fruit cake with a bowl of warm watermelon chunks because honestly who can say they don't turn into liquid jelly after consuming enough?

4. Easy Lemon Oatmeal

Lemon oatmeal has been around for awhile, but recently a lot of new players have joined the act. This one definitely fits the bill with all the flavors of Greek food, including mint and lemon basil. The key to success with this dish is having plenty of lemons and plenty of oats to sink your teeth into. But if you decide to skip the added sugars try replacing them with an agave nectar or honey substitute. One cup of granulated almonds plus 2 cups of mashed pumpkin will yield 3 extra servings of yumminess. Or alternatively try switching out the cinnamon for cardamom powder to help create that signature sticky experience.

5. Blueberry Cheesecake

This cheesecake is SO easy! Make sure to prep ahead of time so you won't be stuck eating frozen cakes as long as you can handle the frosting. While it does require a bit of heat to caramelize the blueberries on top, you'll be able to pull off this dessert even a week sooner with proper prep. Instead of using milk, which tends to create a higher viscosity, we'd recommend using a small amount of butter or margarine. Then it's just a matter of stirring and folding until a nice dark color comes across without melting the sides of your fingers. As a bonus, don't forget to put in a sprinkling of chopped walnuts for an added crunch and flavor.

6. Pineapple Parmesan Cupcakes

This isn't quite as straightforward to prepare as our last pick, but still very tasty! All you need is pineapples and cheese to build this dessert into a ball at the least. Not only that, but pineapple is very high in natural sugars that could potentially spike your blood sugar levels, which would make this low carb option really hard to eat. What I've learned in my years of research is that there are ways you can remove those naturally occurring calories without compromising your overall keto goals. And guess what? Those added sugars come straight from the pineapple itself! Try swapping the regular sliced fruits for raspberries, plums, blackberries, etc., for an ultra-tasty variation.

7. Raspberry Ricotta Cookies

If you aren't yet familiar with ricotta, you should probably start with this delicacy-dense snack with white chocolate chips. Rich and cheesy, they're perfect topping choice for cookies like these. This cookie recipe takes a few hours to set and gets better every single day; after all, what are the odds that something goes wrong and you freeze the final batch? This particular recipe is especially good for breakfast because it provides a quick burst of energy that helps kickstart your metabolism before you even hit the hay.

8. Mango Macarons

Mangoes are high in nutrients, vitamins, and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. In fact, 1-2 mangos provides 100% of the recommended daily allowance for vitamin C. And, the antioxidants can literally protect you from chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease. There's nothing quite like a refreshing mango. These macarons take 15 minutes to assemble and are super quick to heat. Making them yourself would be a great gift for anyone who wants to cook dinner for someone special without giving up on their healthy lifestyle.