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Low-carbdesserts are the perfect way to wrap up a healthy meal.
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Some dried fruitsuch as bananas, mango, raisins, anddatesare also not ideal.
(Yes, chocolate!)
We can help you with both!
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11 Best Low-Carb Snacks
What are low-carb desserts?
“Fifteen grams of carbs makes one serving of carbs, per theAmerican Diabetes Associationand theCDC.”
With that in mind, check out the best low-carb desserts that you may not be able to resist!
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Greenwood recommends “layering fresh or frozen mixed berries with Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of crushednuts.”
Along with being a luscious dessert, the berries can offer an abundance of benefits.
In fact, theHarvard T.H.
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Chan School of Public Healthdeemed them to be “among the healthiest foods you might eat.”
“Blend ripe avocados with unsweetened cocoa powder,” says Greenwood while suggesting this decadent low-carb dessert.
Are Avocados Good for You?
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What they don’t have is a lot of carbs.
The same goes forchia seeds, which may be small but pack a mighty punch regarding their nutritional value.
“Let it sit overnight, and top with berries or nuts.”
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Although you may be understandably wary ofartificial sweeteners, stevia is different.
As Greenwood mentioned, it’s a natural sweetener.
Put them together, and you have a drool-worthy dessert.
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Roll into small balls and refrigerate."
Let it sit overnight and enjoy."
That makes this low-carb dessert satisfying in all kinds of ways!
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Of course, you’ll also want to focus on the deliciousness of your dessert.
However, macaroons (note the additional “o”) are bite-sized morsels made up of shredded coconut.
Granted, not everyone likes to make a breakfast shake first thing in the morning.
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If this sounds like you, consider opting for a berry smoothie for dessert instead.
In fact, there’s even aNational Chocolate Pudding Day, which falls on June 26.
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