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When you’re mindful of your calorie intake, dessert can feel like a dilemma—do you indulge or skip it altogether? But the good news is, you don’t have to choose between your health goals and your sweet tooth.
As a middle-aged woman who values both balance and flavor, I’ve found that having a go-to list of low-calorie desserts makes it easier to satisfy cravings without derailing progress.
A little sweetness at the end of the day can actually help curb cravings and prevent overindulging later. The key is choosing healthier desserts that taste delicious while keeping calories in check.
That’s why I’ve rounded up some of my favorite low-calorie dessert recipes—so you can enjoy a guilt-free treat and stay on track!
My Favorite Low-Calorie Desserts
These low-calorie desserts are proof that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to stay on track with your health goals. From lightened-up classics to naturally sweet treats, these options will satisfy your sweet tooth without the extra calories!
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding (Creamy Overnight Recipe)
Craving a sweet treat after dinner? Make a batch of this simple, but delicious chocolate chia seed pudding – a no bake treat made with just 5 simple ingredients.
Pumpkin Protein Balls
These pumpkin protein balls are a no-bake healthy snack or dessert you can feel good about! They can be made with just a handful of simple pantry staples and 10 minutes or less of prep work – you’re going to love them!
Snickerdoodle Protein Balls
Soft, chewy, and packed with cinnamon flavor – who doesn’t love snickerdoodle cookies? We wanted to create a healthier alternative to our favorite cookie, so we developed these delicious snickerdoodle protein balls to satisfy our sweet tooth.
Pumpkin Mousse
This pumpkin mousse is a great protein-packed dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. If you love pumpkin pie and cheesecake, and this dessert will cover your cravings for both!
Easy Rhubarb Crisp Recipe
The beautiful pink color and tart flavor of rhubarb is the perfect filling for this easy rhubarb crisp. We highly recommend serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Carrot Cake Protein Balls
If you love the flavor of carrot cake, you’re going to love these carrot cake protein balls! A nutrient-packed, healthy treat made with many of the same ingredients as your favorite dessert.
Healthy Apple Crisp
Is there anything more crave-worthy on a chilly fall day than a bowl of warm apple crisp? This healthy apple crisp recipe has a lot less added sugar than most traditional apple crisp recipes, but is still just as delicious!
Healthy Cookie Dough Dip
If your favorite part of making cookies is sneaking bites of the dough – you’re going to love this healthy cookie dough dip made with wholesome ingredients. It’s sure to satisfy your craving for a sweet treat but without the sugar crash.
Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream (High Protein Dessert)
All you need to make this strawberry cottage cheese ice cream is 4 simple ingredients and a food processor. It’s a creamy, high protein treat that you’ll be making on repeat.
Healthy Cookie Dough Bites
In the mood for cookies, but don’t want to turn on the oven? You’ll love this 4-ingredient recipe for healthy cookie dough bites! The perfect sweet treat to keep stocked in the fridge for an after dinner snack.
1-Minute Protein Brownie in a Mug
Are you a chocolate lover? You need to make this 1-minute protein brownie in a mug! Just 7 ingredients is all you need to make this healthier dessert recipe with almost 30 grams of protein.
Healthy Date Snickers Dessert
Craving a sweet treat? You only need 5 ingredients to make a batch of these healthy date snickers. An easy no-bake, gluten-free dessert recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Quick and Easy Chocolate Avocado Pudding
Step aside avocado toast – we’re saving our ripe avocados for this easy and delicious chocolate avocado pudding. A creamy and decadent healthy dessert made with less than 10 ingredients.
Really? You’re saying Nutella is healthy? Wow…
Hi Kyla – if you actually click on the recipe, it’s actually a homemade healthier of Nutella!
I have been all over the website looking for the creamy strawberry coconut fruit dip and cannot find listed any where. Can you help.
This is a good recipe: https://thecoconutmama.com/coconut-fruit-dip-paleo-dairy-free/
I can’t find the peanut butter cup recipe!!!
Hi Amy – are you looking for the vegan peanut butter fudge recipe? If you click on the “Make this Recipe” button underneath it it will take you to the direct recipe.