There was a time, when you cannot eat anything sweet if you are diagnosed with diabetes. But gone are those days. With so many sugar-free alternatives in the market, choose what you want. The major sugar-free alternatives are stevia, monk fruit powder, and so much more. Coconut sugar in less quantity is a great alternative to regular table sugar. It also has a low glycemic index. Check out these recipes that are either prepared with sugar alternatives or no sugar:
- Mocha Shake
In a blender add dark cocoa powder, espresso powder, almond milk, stevia and ice cubes. Pour in a glass and top with some grated dark chocolate curls. A delicious concoction of chocolate dark is the best drink for a warm summer evening. Buy best chocolate online from Choko La.
- Chocolate Mousse
To make this mousse, melt sugar-free dark chocolate with a bit of butter. In a bowl, add melted chocolate, whipped cream, whipped egg whites and fold gently. Garnish with some orange zest and serve cold.
- Yogurt Fruit Cups
Add a layer of Greek yogurt in the bottom of a jar. Top with some chopped mangoes and strawberries. Top it with some crunchy homemade granola. Drizzle a bit of honey and mint leaves. This sugarfree recipe makes for a delicious breakfast or an afternoon snack.
- Banana Popsicles
Slice the banana diagonally and spread some unsweetened almond butter. Drizzle some melted dark chocolate. Top with some roasted almond flakes and fresh berries. Sprinkle some toasted coconut flakes. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Poached Stone Fruits with Greek Yogurt
Poach some ripe peaches, pear and plum in orange juice. Drizzle a little honey and some thyme leaves. Once the peach is poached, set it aside to cool. Serve with chilled greek yogurt and chopped pistachios.
- Chocolate Banana Bread
Nothing compares to a warm slice of banana bread fresh out of the oven! In a mixing bowl, add oats flour, coconut sugar, mashed ripe banana, egg, and sugar-free chocolate chips. Transfer the mix to a loaf mold and top it with a few ripe banana slices, shredded almond, and dark chocolate chips. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the loaf comes out clean. Serve warm with your favorite cup of tea.
These desserts are a perfect treat if you are counting calories, suffering from diabetes or just looking to eliminate sugar from your diet.
