If one of your goals this year is to eat healthier, great news! We’ve sourced 5 healthy, sweet-tooth-satisfying, no-sugar desserts to add to your weekly meal plan. These treats don’t include any refined sugars or expensive artificial sweeteners — so they’re kind on the body and your budget too.
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1. Yogurt and Honey Mini Cheesecakes by Erin Lives Whole
These mini cheesecakes are lightly sweetened with honey and feature protein-packed Greek yogurt to lower the amount of cream cheese used. It’s all about balance with this easy, no-sugar treat. Visit Erin Lives Whole for the recipe.
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(Makes 12 servings)
- 10 graham crackers
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 block cream cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
2. Peanut Butter Zucchini Brownies by Hummusapien
In this dessert recipe, zucchini provides moisture to create rich and fudgy brownies. This flourless treat is also low in sugar to keep your health goals in check. Check out the recipe on Hummusapien.
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(Makes 10 servings)
- ¾ cup natural peanut butter
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (for vegan option) or 1 egg
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼–½ cup chocolate chips
3. Banana Oat Muffins by Flipp
This one-bowl dessert is as simple as can be! Simply combine the ingredients, distribute between muffin liners, and bake at 350° F for 15–18 minutes. The best part? You can customize it with your preferred mix-ins: chocolate chips, chopped apples, nuts, etc… Watch our Instagram Reel for the recipe.
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(Makes 5 servings)
- 2 over-ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- Mix-in ideas: chopped apples, blueberries, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts
4. Dark Chocolate Chia Pudding by Flipp
Chia seeds are full of fiber which helps you stay full for longer — so imagine our delight when discovering that this healthy ingredient can be used for a sweet treat. Simply mix the ingredients in a bowl, let soak for 15 minutes, and transfer to a jar with a lid to chill in the fridge. Watch our Instagram reel for the recipe.
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(Makes 2 servings)
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder
- For topping: Greek yogurt and dark chocolate chips
5. Lemon Almond Cookies by Paleo Grubs
These simple, no-sugar cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tart, using all-natural ingredients that are easy to source. Visit Paleo Grubs for this dessert recipe.
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(Makes 16 servings)
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup finely shredded coconut
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
With these simple desserts, you can satisfy your sweet tooth while meeting your health and budget goals. For more money-saving tips to apply year-round, check out, 14 Ways to Stretch Your Budget in 2023.
