Many people believe that indulging in desserts is a surefire way to gain weight, but this is not always the case. With the right ingredients and preparation methods, it is possible to enjoy tasty desserts without expanding your waistline.

Here are ten scrumptious desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth, without ruining your diet.

1. Dark Chocolate Truffles

Dark chocolate truffles are delicious, healthy, and easy to make. You will need dark chocolate, coconut oil, and cocoa powder. Melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together and roll the mixture into small balls. Then, coat them in cocoa powder.

Dark chocolate boasts antioxidants and minerals that can provide numerous health benefits.

2. Low-Calorie Fruit Salad

One of the simplest and healthiest desserts out there is a fruit salad. Fruits are packed with vitamins, fiber, and minerals. Chop up some of your favorite fruits and mix them in a bowl. You can add some honey for extra sweetness if you desire.

3. Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seed pudding is a popular and healthy dessert that is loaded with proteins, vitamins, and minerals. All you need is chia seeds, almond milk, vanilla extract, a sweetener of your choice (optional), and fresh fruits.

Combine all the ingredients in a blender and let it sit in the fridge until the chia seeds pudding up.

4. Banana Oat Cookies

Banana oat cookies are tasty, healthy, and incredibly easy to make. You will need rolled oats, ripe bananas, and a sweetener of your choice. Mix all the ingredients together until they form a sticky dough and then form balls from the dough.

Bake these balls in an oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden in color.

5. Dark Chocolate Energy Bites

Dark chocolate energy bites are perfect for a midday snack or a dessert. All you need is almond flour, dates, cashews, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate. Blend the almond flour, dates, and cashews in a food processor until they form a sticky dough.

Mix in cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips. Form small balls and refrigerate for an hour before serving.

6. Yogurt Parfait

Yogurt parfait is a healthy and delicious dessert that is easy to make. You will need plain Greek yogurt, honey, fruits, and granola. Mix the honey and yogurt in a bowl. Then, layer the yogurt mixture with fresh fruits and granola in a glass.

Yogurt is a great source of protein and probiotics while granola adds a nice crunch.

7. Berry Sorbet

Berry sorbet is a refreshing and healthy dessert that takes minutes to make. You will need frozen berries, lime juice, honey, and water. Blend all the ingredients together and freeze for a few hours until it is firm but not frozen solid.

Serve with fresh berries and mint leaves on top.

8. Baked Apples

Baked apples are a classic dessert that is healthy and delicious. Core your favorite apples and stuff them with a mixture of cinnamon, brown sugar, chopped nuts, and raisins. Bake them in an oven for 25-30 minutes until the apples are tender.

9. Almond Butter Cups

Almond butter cups are a tasty and healthy dessert that is easy to make. Mix almond butter, honey, and coconut oil together in a pan until they melt. Layer melted chocolate and almond butter mixture in cupcake tins. Freeze for an hour until they are solid.

10. Chocolate Quinoa Pudding

Chocolate quinoa pudding sounds like an indulgent dessert, but it is filled with healthy ingredients. You will need cooked quinoa, cocoa powder, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract.

Mix all the ingredients in a pan and cook for a few minutes until the mixture thickens. Chill the pudding in the fridge before serving.