Who doesn’t love a delicious dessert? The problem is, many desserts can be calorie bombs that leave you feeling sluggish and unsatisfied. Fortunately, there are plenty of quick and simple dessert recipes out there that are light but still tasty.
Here are four of our favorite light dessert recipes:.
Fruit Salad with Honey Yogurt Sauce
This fruit salad is a great choice when you’re looking for something light and refreshing. You can use any combination of your favorite fruits, but we recommend using strawberries, blueberries, mango, and kiwi for a colorful and tasty mix.
Ingredients:.
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 mango, peeled and chopped
- 2 kiwis, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, blueberries, chopped mango, and chopped kiwis.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and honey.
- Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the fruit salad and gently toss to combine.
- Chill the fruit salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Mint Chocolate Chip Yogurt
This mint chocolate chip yogurt is an easy and delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without all the calories and sugar that come with regular ice cream.
Ingredients:.
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions:.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, and peppermint extract.
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Chill the yogurt in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar
Grilling pineapple brings out its natural sweetness and makes for a delicious, light dessert. The cinnamon sugar adds just the right amount of warmth and flavor.
Ingredients:.
- 1 pineapple, peeled and cored
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Cut the pineapple into slices or wedges.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Brush the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the pineapple slices.
- Grill the pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the pineapple is heated through.
Berry Sorbet
This berry sorbet is a guilt-free way to indulge in a frozen treat. It’s super easy to make and can be customized with your favorite berries.
Ingredients:.
- 3 cups mixed berries (such as blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:.
- In a blender, puree the berries until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the water and honey over medium-high heat until the honey is dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Add the berry puree to the honey mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a pan or dish and freeze for 4-6 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
These four dessert recipes are quick, simple, and perfect for when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to derail your healthy eating habits. Give them a try and see for yourself!.