Healthy Deserts, Is That Even Possible ?
Healthy Deserts, Is That Even Possible ?
By Isabel De Los Rios |Author The Diet Solution Program
Visit Isabel’s site ==> : http://www.yourdietsolutionprogram.com
Hi
If you’re anything like me (and thousands of other people), your whole life comes to a screeching halt at the mere mention of a chocolate cake, key lime pie or a chocolate chip cookie.
Yes, I love me a delicious dessert every now and again, but I know that in order to maintain my 30 pound weight loss and continue to enjoy life in a healthy body, it’s just not something I can do on a regular basis. (Bummer!)
So I’ve come up with a few strategies that help me curb my nasty sweet tooth when it rears its ugly head…baked apples with cinnamon in the oven, herbal tea sweetened with stevia, or fruit salad with a little raw honey drizzled on top.
But sometimes these just don’t cut it for some people. They’re looking for a yummy piece of cake or cookie or brownie. Is there any way to have that and still keep it healthy?
I decided to do a little research and figure out some good ways to bake and create some healthy and delicious desserts without all of the usual sugar and flour that goes into making most of them.
I was so excited to share these recipes with you today that I haven’t gotten the chance to try them out myself yet (but now you know what I will be doing this weekend).
Give some of these a try and then be sure to email me so we can compare notes. I’m also going to ask my husband to give me his honest opinion on them (Poor guy, he will be sampling desserts all weekend, don’t you feel bad for him?)
Brownies
Ingredients
1/3 cup Organic Virgin Coconut Oil (http://www.nutiva.net) or butter, melted
½ cup cocoa powder
6 eggs
½ cup Steviva Blend baking stevia (http://www.stevivasweetener.com) (which is equal to 1 cup sugar)
½ teaspoon Celtic Sea salt (http://www.celticseas.com)
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ cup sifted Organic Coconut Flour 1 cup raw nuts, chopped (optional)
Directions
In a saucepan at low heat, blend together butter and cocoa powder. Remove from heat and let cool. In a bowl, mix together eggs, stevia, salt and vanilla. Stir in cocoa mixture. Whisk coconut flour into batter until there are no lumps. Fold in nuts. Pour batter into a greased 11x7x2 or 8x8x2 inch pan. Bake at 175C (350F) for 30-35 minutes.
Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients
¼ cup sifted coconut flour
¼ cup butter or virgin coconut oil
1/3 cup cocoa powder
3 eggs
1/8 cup Steviva Blend baking stevia
¼ teaspoon celtic sea salt
¼ teaspoon vanilla
Directions
In a saucepan at low heat, melt butter and stir in cocoa powder. Remove from heat and let cool. In a bowl, combine eggs, stevia, salt and vanilla; stir in cocoa mixture. Whisk coconut flour into batter until there are no lumps. Let batter rest for 4 to 5 minutes to allow it to thicken slightly. Drop batter by the spoonful on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 175 Degree C (350F) for 14 minutes. Makes about 16 cookies.
Strawberry Shortcake
These delicious little shortcakes are made in muffin cups.
Ingredients
¼ cup sifted coconut flour
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 eggs
3 tablespoons raw honey
¼ teaspoon Celtic Sea salt
¼ teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon baking powder
Directions
Blend together butter, eggs, honey, salt and vanilla. Combine coconut flour with baking powder and whisk into batter until there are no lumps. Pour batter into greased muffin cups. Bake at 205 Degree C (400F) for 15 minutes. Serve topped with fresh strawberries and a little bit of whipped cream. Makes 6 cakes.
Basic Whipped Cream Recipe (as a once in a while treat):
Ingredients
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup powdered sugar (or I’m going to try to use 1/8 cup Steviva Blend baking stevia but I’m not sure how this will work)
Directions
1. Mix the liquid ingredients in a bowl. Mix the powdered sugar with the liquid ingredients.
2. Whip the mixture with an electric hand mixer until raised peaks form in it and hold their shape. It should take about four minutes (or much longer if using a manual hand mixer or whisk).
3. Serve over your dessert and enjoy!
Please remember that even though these desserts are far better than most store bought or bakery treats, they should still be eaten in moderation. One piece or treat 1-2 times per week is enough to satisfy anybody’s sweet craving and will not deter you from continuing to achieve your weight loss and health goals.
Ok, I’m off for now. Happy baking!
In health and happiness,
Chocolate Cookies
By Isabel De Los Rios |Author The Diet Solution Program
Visit Isabel’s site ==> : http://www.yourdietsolutionprogram.com
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