Either way, it’s a tasty, satisfying dessert that never disappoints.

Except when it comes to nutrition.

Plus, each serving is very low in both carbs and sugar.

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Take a look at the ingredient list, and you’ll find antioxidant-rich cocoa powder and high-fiber almond flour.

“The one drawback is the higher saturated fat content from the coconut oil,” Snyder says.

The main ingredient in this dough is oat flour, which is a great source of prebiotics.

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“Aside from the fat from the cashews and cashew butter, there is MCT oil added.

Bhu’s cookie doughalso contains prebiotic tapioca, which Snyder calls “food for our friendly gut bacteria.”

And as a bonus, it contains baobab, a fruit native to Africa and Australia.

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“Excess sugar can also contribute to inflammation and increase risk for cellular aging,” Hilbert says.

This cookie dough is made of a blend of oat, tapioca, and potato starches.

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Snyder also likes that these are low in saturated fat and sodium, making this dough more heart-friendly.

One serving contains 13 grams of added sugar, which can add up quickly.

What’s more, the main ingredient is bleached white flour, a highly processed food.

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However,this pickis high in added sugar and contains zero fiber.

“Added sugars offer no other nutrients compared to sugars found in nutrient-rich plant foods,” Snyder says.

“The saturated fat content is higher along with the added sugars.

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We don’t want fat stored in the liver as it can affect your liver function later on.”

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