desserts

Dark Chocolate Mousse

Dark Chocolate Mousse It’s hard to imagine, but this tofu version of a chocolate mousse offers the same satisfaction as its richer, less healthy sibling. Contributed by my colleague READ MORE

Chia Seed Pudding

Chia Seed Pudding Chia has gained recent popularity for good reason; these little seeds are nutrient powerhouses--high in protein, fiber and anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Including chia seeds in your diet can deliver a healthy breakfast or afternoon energy boost because chia is associated with vitality and satiety READ MORE

Almond-Blueberry Gelatin Parfaits

Almond-Blueberry Gelatin Parfaits The flavors and colors of the almond and blueberry gelatins play off each other beautifully in this dessert. Blueberries rank very high in their ability to fight free oxygen radicals that damage cells. They also contain vitamin C and antibacterial elements called anthocyanosides, READ MORE

Velvety Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Velvety Vegan Chocolate Mousse Chocolatey, rich mousse is a perfect dessert for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year, really. Heart-healthy compounds abound in cocoa, so a lightened-up, vegan version of this classic recipe will benefit you and the ones you share it with. Many mousse recipes use chocolate chips for flavor, but this one READ MORE

Chocolate Chip Spice Cookies

Oatmeal chocolate chip cookie with glass of milk. Healthy cookies on natural wooden background.

Chocolate Chip Spice Cookies These chocolate chip and spice cookies are packed with wholesome ingredients like walnuts, rolled oats, whole-wheat flour, and applesauce to reduce caloric content while maximizing nutrients. They are made without butter and without white or brown sugar, yet they maintain a READ MORE

Brownie Bites To Live For!

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Brownie Bites You won’t believe these brownie bites are completely raw and fruit-based!Medjool dates from Morocco blended with walnuts and cocoa powder create a rich, chocolate treat perfect for a special occasion, party, or holiday. Feel free to roll brownie bites in nuts or READ MORE

Mango Tapioca

Mango Tapioca A variation on traditional tapioca pudding, this refreshing dessert is low in fat but creamy and satisfying all the same. Mango contains skin-friendly carotenoids and vitamin C to help skin stay looking young. It also has silica, a mineral that keeps skin elastic by helping to form collagen. Mango's READ MORE

Coconut Rice Cake

Coconut Rice Cake Eat this chewy cake warm. It’s great plain or drizzled with my berry sauce for extra antioxidant power. Be sure to use the chewy variety of rice flour sometimes called sweet white rice flour or mochiko. You can substitute fresh or frozen blackberries for the boysenberries. You can READ MORE

Oatmeal Date Cookies

Homemade Oatmeal Cookies and Glass of Milk

Oatmeal Date Cookies Nothing tastes better than classic oatmeal cookies but these sweet treats have less butter and READ MORE

Chocolate Goji Berry Smoothie Bowl

Chocolate Goji Berry Smoothie Bowl This decadently rich chocolate smoothie bowl tastes like an indulgence, but it’s actually a rich source of energy-promoting carbohydrates, plant-based protein, and healthy fats. Cacao powder is similar to cocoa powder, but has no sugar, milk, or cocoa butter in it. It READ MORE

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