Diabetic Dessert of the Week – MELON BANANA SORBET
March 30, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a commentTags: Banana, Cantaloupe, Cooking, Corn syrup, Creme de Menthe Liqueur, Desert, Diabetes, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Food, Grated Lime Peel, Ground Cinnamon, Lime juice, MELON BANANA SORBET, recipes, Sorbet, Splenda Sugar Blend
This weeks Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a MELON BANANA SORBET. To make this recipe you’ll be needing Cantaloupe, Banana, Splenda Sugar Blend, Corn Syrup, Creme de Menthe Liqueur, Lime Juice, Grated Lime Peel, and Ground Cinnamon. The Sorbet 80 calories and 19 carbs per serving. So you can find this Diabetic Friendly recipe and more all at the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. You can also sign up to receive wonderful recipes, engaging articles, helpful and healthful tips, critically important news and more. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023 https://diabeticgourmet.com/
Here’s a frozen treat to keep on hand for hot days or July 4th parties. Recipe for Melon Banana Sorbet from our Desserts recipe section.
Ingredients
1 small cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
1 banana, sliced
1/4 cup Splenda Sugar Blend
2 tablespoons corn syrup
2 teaspoons creme de menthe liqueur
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
1 – In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients.
2 – Process until smooth, then scrape into an ice-cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Or scrape into a shallow metal pan, cover, and freeze 4 to 6 hours.
3 – Break mixture into chunks and pulse 10 to 20 seconds in the food processor or just until no longer chunky and somewhat creamy in texture. Freeze up to 1 month. Pulse briefly in the food processor just before serving.
NOTES:
Here’s a frozen treat to keep on hand for hot days.
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings
Serving Size: 2/3 cup
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 80
Fiber: 1 grams
Sodium: 10 milligrams
Protein: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 19 grams
Sugars: 9 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/melon-banana-sorbet
Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Almond Berry Parfaits
March 23, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: Almond Berry Parfaits, Almond Extract, Blueberries, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, Parfaits, Plain Low Fat Yogurt, Raspberries, recipes, Sliced Almonds, Strawberries, Sugar substitute
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is Almond Berry Parfaits. These are made using Plain Low-Fat Yogurt, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Almond Extract, Sugar Substitute, and Sliced Almonds. This recipe also is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Almond Berry Parfaits
Make the most of the berry harvest with this high-fiber and delicious dessert!
Ingredients
1 container (8 ounces) plain low-fat yogurt
1 cup sliced strawberries
1/2 cup raspberries
1/2 cup blueberries
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons pourable sugar substitute,* divided
2 tablespoons slivered or sliced almonds, toasted
Directions
Yield: 2 servings
Serving size: 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 cup berries
1 – Line strainer with coffee filter or 2 sheets paper towel; place over bowl. Place yogurt in strainer; refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours to drain.
2 – In medium bowl, combine strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Add extract and 2 teaspoons sugar substitute; toss lightly. Chill at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3 – Transfer drained yogurt to small bowl, stir in remaining 1 tablespoon sugar substitute. Spoon 1/3 cup berry mixture into each of 2 wine or parfait glasses. Spoon half of yogurt mixture over berries. Repeat layering with half of remaining berries, remaining yogurt, and remaining berries. Top with almonds.
*Note: This recipe was tested using sucralose-based sugar substitute.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 220 calories, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 9 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 7 mg, Sodium: 84 mg, Fiber: 6 g
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Healthy Parfait Recipes
March 23, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in dessert, EatingWell | Leave a commentTags: Bananas, Berries, Chocolate, Cooking, Desserts, EatingWell, Food, Granola, Healthy Parfait Recipes, recipes, Strawberries
From the EatingWell website it’s Healthy Parfait Recipes. It’s Dessert Heaven with these Delicious and Healthy Parfait Recipes with recipes including Strawberry and Yogurt Parfait, Chocolate-Raspberry Breakfast Banana Split, and Yogurt-Fruit Parfaits. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! http://www.eatingwell.com/
Healthy Parfait Recipes
Find healthy, delicious parfait recipes including yogurt parfaits and fruit parfaits. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
Strawberry and Yogurt Parfait
This strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go……
Chocolate-Raspberry Breakfast Banana Split
This fun, breakfast-friendly twist on a banana split swaps in yogurt for ice cream. Using strained yogurt (e.g., Greek-style or skyr) provides more protein for staying power. Plus, its thicker consistency holds its shape better to resemble a scoop of ice cream. Raspberries and peanuts give this PB&J vibes……
Yogurt-Fruit Parfaits
This yogurt parfait makes a great snack for after school but it’s also a nice healthy dessert choice for after dinner. It’s light, fresh, and full of fruit, and you’ll love the contrast of crunchy toasted nuts in each spoonful……
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods
March 9, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, Multicolored Sprinkles, Pretzel Rods, recipes, semisweet chocolate chips
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Semisweet Chocolate Chips, Pretzel Rods, and Multicolored Sprinkles. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods
If you’re looking for a sweet and salty snack, you can’t go wrong with these homemade treats.
Ingredients
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 5 minutes
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
12 7-inch pretzel rods
5 teaspoons red and green (or multicolored) sprinkles
Directions
Yield: 12 pretzels
Serving size: 1 pretzel
1 – Place chocolate chips in a large saucepan over low heat and stir frequently until melted and smooth; heat carefully to avoid scorching the chocolate. Remove saucepan from heat.
2 – Hold one pretzel at a time over the melted chocolate and spoon chocolate over pretzel, coating all except 2 inches at one end; use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate evenly. (Rewarm chocolate over low heat as needed.) Lightly sprinkle each pretzel rod with sprinkles.
3 – Carefully place coated pretzels in a pie plate, propping the uncoated end against the edge of the pie plate. Chill coated pretzels in the freezer for 5 minutes, or until chocolate is set. Carefully remove from the pie plate and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 121 calories, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 126 mg, Fiber: <1 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Hot Fudge Cake
March 2, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: baking, Baking powder, Brown Sugar, Cocoa, Cooking, Corn Oil, dessert, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, Hot Fudge Cake, recipes, Salt, Skim Milk, Sweet'N Low Brown Sugar Substitute, Vanilla extract
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is Hot Fudge Cake. Made using Sweet’N Low Brown Sugar Substitute, Cocoa, Baking Powder, Salt, Skim Milk, Corn Oil, Vanilla Extract, Brown Sugar, Hot Water, and Light Whipped Topping (optional). Hot Fudge Cake made healthier. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Hot Fudge Cake
Nothing says Valentine’s Day quite like chocolate, and nothing says chocolate quite like this decadent cake!
Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
6 teaspoons Sweet’N Low brown sugar substitute
2 tablespoons plus 4 tablespoons cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons corn oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 3/4 cups hot water
Light whipped topping (optional)
Directions
Yield: 9 servings
Serving size: 1/9 of cake
* Preheat oven to 350°F. Place flour, sugar, brown sugar substitute, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; stir to combine. Stir in milk, oil, and vanilla extract (batter will have small lumps). Spread batter in an ungreased 8-inch square baking pan; set aside. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and remaining 4 tablespoons cocoa; sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over all; do not stir. Bake for 30 minutes, or until crust forms on top and filling is bubbly. Portion into 9 equal servings. Serve while warm with light whipped topping, if desired.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 172 calories, Carbohydrates: 31 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 134 mg, Fiber: <1 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Ice Cream Cake
February 23, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: Cake, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, Fudge Topping, Ice cream, Ice Cream Cake, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Ice Cream Cake. Made with Crushed Sugar Cones, Unsalted Butter, Sugar Free Light Ice cream, Reduced Fat Whipped Topping, and Sugar Free Hot Fudge Sauce. It’s only 118 calories and 14 net carbs per serving! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Ice Cream Cake
Nothing says party quite like ice cream cake! Satisfy your cravings with this low-carb, homemade version.
Ingredients
5 crushed sugar cones
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 pints (4 cups) no-sugar-added light ice cream, softened at room temperature, divided
1 container (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
3 tablespoons sugar-free hot fudge sauce, warmed (optional)
Directions
Yield: 16 servings.
Serving size: 1/16 of cake.
1 – Spray 10-inch springform pan or deep-dish pie pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2 – Place sugar cone crumbs in small bowl. Stir in butter until crumbs are evenly moistened. Press crumbs onto bottom and partially up side of prepared pan. Refrigerate 20 minutes.
3 – Spread one pint of ice cream into crust with rubber spatula. Freeze 30 minutes or until firm. Spread remaining pint of ice cream over first layer. Freeze 30 minutes or until firm. Spread whipped topping over ice cream; freeze 2 hours or until firm. If desired, drizzle with fudge sauce after 30 minutes.
4 – Let soften in refrigerator 15 to 30 minutes; slice into wedges to serve.
* Tip: To finely crush sugar cones, place in resealable plastic bag. Remove excess air from bag; seal. Press rolling pin on top of cones to break into pieces. Continue pressing until evenly crushed.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 118 calories, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 11 mg, Sodium: 35 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
February 23, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in dessert, EatingWell | Leave a commentTags: baking, Chocolate, Cooking, dessert, EatingWell, Food, Grilling, Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes, Ice cream, Mangos, Nuts, Peach Strawberries, recipes, Roasting, Vanilla
From the EatingWell website it’s Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes. Find some Delicious Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes with recipes including Pineapple Nice Cream, Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream, and Blueberry-Swirl Buttermilk Ice Cream. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! http://www.eatingwell.com/
Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
Find healthy, delicious homemade ice cream recipes including vanilla, strawberry and mango ice cream. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023!
Healthy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
Find healthy, delicious homemade ice cream recipes including vanilla, strawberry and mango ice cream. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
Pineapple Nice Cream
All-fruit, dairy-free and with no added sugar–these are the hallmarks of nice cream, a healthy alternative to ice cream. This pineapple nice cream has tropical flavors, thanks to a hit of mango and lime. It takes just minutes to make this naturally sweet frozen dessert in the food processor or a blender. Enjoy it alone, or top with fresh fruit and toasted coconut……
Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Here’s a simple recipe for low-fat vanilla ice cream. Our version has all the richness you’ll need but about 90 fewer calories than store-bought premium ice cream and a whopping 15 grams less total fat and 10 grams less saturated fat per serving……
Blueberry-Swirl Buttermilk Ice Cream
This gorgeous homemade ice cream is a showstopper, thanks to bold swirls of blueberry syrup that cut through tart buttermilk-yogurt cream……
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Double Chocolate Biscotti
February 16, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: All-Purpose Flour, baking, Baking powder, Brown Sugar, Chocolate Syrup, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Double Chocolate Biscotti, Egg Whites, Food, Puffed Wheat Cereal, recipes, Sliced Almonds, Sugar substitute, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Double Chocolate Biscotti. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing All Purpose Flour, Sugar Substitute, Brown Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Salt, Egg Whites, Butter, Chocolate Syrup, Puffed Wheat Cereal, and Sliced Almonds. There’s 38 calories and 5 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Double Chocolate Biscotti
Satisfy your sweet tooth without blowing your carbohydrate count with these chocolately biscotti. This easy-to-prepare recipe makes 24 servings, providing an ideal dessert for your next shindig.
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar substitute
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
1/2 cup puffed wheat cereal
4 teaspoons sliced almonds
Directions
Yield: 24 servings
Serving size: 1 biscotti
1 – Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
2 – Combine flour, sugar substitute, brown sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl.
3 – Melt butter in small saucepan. Pour into small bowl. Stir in chocolate syrup and egg whites. Stir butter mixture into flour mixture to form stiff dough. Stir in cereal.
4 – Turn dough out onto prepared cookie sheet; shape into 12×2-inch log. Press almonds onto log. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until firm. Cool completely on wire rack.
5 – Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Using serrated knife, cut loaf into 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet. Bake biscotti 10 minutes. Turn slices; bake 10 minutes more. Cool completely on wire racks.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 38 calories, Carbohydrates: 6 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 3 mg, Sodium: 58 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/double-chocolate-biscotti/
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