Healthy-(ish) Summer Dessert Recipes
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Fit meals need fitting deserts
It's been a scorching summer so far, and we feel like we all deserve a reward. It can be tough when, at the same time, you might be trying to keep an eye on your sugar or processed food intake!
Cool off and treat yourself to beat the heat with these 9 healthy-(ish) dessert recipes.
Peach Lemon S'mores
From eatingwell.com.
This super simple sweet n’ citrus s’more is made with toasted crispy ginger thins. Check out the recipe here.
Berry Cheesecake pops
From fruitsandveggies.org.
These strawberry-raspberry cheesecake popsicles are perfect for anyone craving an ice cream fix. Get the recipe here.
Watermelon Donuts
From Fork and Beans (via sharpaspirant.com.)
Coconut cream glaze and sprinkles make these magic no-bake watermelon donuts a must. Score this summer dessert recipe here
Fluffy Key Lime Pie
From tasteofhome.com.
This key lime pie tastes like a dream and looks like a cloud. Plus, it’s no-bake and no-stress. Learn how to make it here.
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Seriously Healthy Chocolate Beetroot Cake
From delicious.com.
Beetroot makes for a nutritious addition to the always delicious chocolate cake. Get Jamie Oliver's recipe here.
5 Minute Grape Sorbet
5 minutes, 3 ingredients, under 200 calories per serving. This sorbet is your best bet. Score the recipe here.
Carrot and Zucchini Bars
From www.bhg.com.
Veggies can make for some delicious desserts, like these zucchini-carrot bars topped with citrus cream-cheese frosting. Take a look at the recipe here.
Greek Yogurt Fudge Pops
From Food Network.
These chocolatey fudge pops are fully fudged up with semisweet chips, reduced-fat Greek yogurt, and low-fat milk. Here’s the recipe.
Blueberry-Miso Crumb Cake
From Bon Appetit’s Healthy(ish).
Crumbly and complex, this cake has its umami down. Whole wheat flour means rich flavors and high fiber. Find the recipe here.