16 Healthy Desserts You Can Feel Good About Eating
A sweet treat is always welcome after a meal, and while it’s tempting to reach for a traditional sugary dessert, you can’t deny that those are not the healthiest choices. These sixteen recipes are delicious alternatives made with all-natural ingredients that won’t leave you feeling guilty about indulging.
1. Healthy Strawberry Ice Cream
Skip the expensive store-bought version and make your own Strawberry Ice Cream. All you need is frozen strawberries, bananas, and cottage cheese for a creamy, fruity, and guilt-free treat.
2. Pumpkin Blondies
Everyone loves sweet, gooey pumpkin blondies. These homemade pumpkin blondies are loaded with healthy pumpkin puree.
3. Instant Pot Chocolate Cake
Instant Pot Chocolate Cake is easy to make, and you won’t have a ton of leftovers staring at you from the fridge. It’s great portion control.
4. Lemon Cream Pie
Lemon Cream Pie is a delicious choice for a summer dessert. It’s cold, refreshing, and topped with delicious whipped cream.
5. Black Bean Brownies
Delicious, decadent brownies with a secret ingredient nobody will ever know about. A good dose of fiber, thanks to black beans. These Black Bean Brownies may be some of the most chocolatey brownies ever.
6. Healthy Twix Bars
Love Twix? This popular candy bar is found everywhere, from grocery stores to gas stations. But the ingredient list is less than desirable (a definite understatement). So, instead, try making them at home with this Healthy Twix Bars recipe.
7. Strawberry Crumb Bars
These delicious Strawberry Crumb Bars are sure to make your summer or at least your day. The crumb topping with strawberries makes a sweet treat you won’t soon forget.
8. Chocolate-Dipped Stuffed Dates
Chocolate-dipped stuffed dates are a naturally sweet treat that combines the sweetness of dates with the richness of chocolate. These delectable snacks begin with plump, tender dates, which are carefully pitted and filled with anything you like. Popular stuffing options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, or even creamy fillings like peanut butter or caramel.
9. Homemade Crunch Bars
Homemade crunch bars are insanely good treats that combine the satisfying crunch of crispy cereal with the smoothness of melted chocolate. These delicious bars are made by mixing together your favorite cereal, such as rice puffs or cornflakes, with melted chocolate. They are perfect for gatherings, lunchbox treats, or simply for enjoying a moment to yourself.
10. Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bark
Strawberry frozen yogurt bark is a deliciously healthy treat that combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with the creaminess of yogurt. This tasty dessert is made by spreading a mixture of strawberries and yogurt onto a baking sheet and then freezing it until solid. Once frozen, the bark can be broken into bite-sized pieces, giving you a sweet and guilt-free snack any time you need one.
11. Gluten-Free Carrot Cake
If you live a gluten-free lifestyle, then this Gluten-free carrot cake is a deliciously wholesome dessert perfect for gluten sensitivities or dietary restrictions. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg infuse the cake with an earthy, satisfying aroma and flavor. The result is a moist and tender cake that is rich in flavor and packed with good-for-you ingredients. But shhh… nobody will ever know!
12. Chocolate Pizza
This chocolate pizza combines your love of dessert with your love of takeout. The toppings can be adjusted to your preference, making each chocolate pizza you make a delicious creation of its own. This chocolate pizza is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
13. Blueberry Pie
Blueberry pie combines sweet, juicy blueberries with a buttery pie crust. The filling is made with a few simple ingredients that are all-natural, and the resulting flavor will blow your mind. Serve a slice of blueberry pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
14. Peanut Butter Cups
Homemade peanut butter cups are possibly the tastiest portable treat you can make at home. These tantalizing treats are a delicious and nostalgic confection that will satisfy any craving for peanut butter and chocolate.
15. Chocolate Bark
Chocolate bark is a simple yet tasty treat that combines decadent chocolate with pretty much anything you care to mix into it. Once cooled, you end up with an amazing slab of customized chocolate that you can break into pieces and enjoy anywhere.
16. Peanut Brittle
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This originally appeared on The Gracious Pantry.