After a long winter, the best feeling is enjoying a great dessert with the windows open, and spring air flowing through our home. With warmer weather comes more family gatherings, so we thought we would share our four favourite blood-sugar friendly treats that require zero oven time!
All of them have been reviewed by professional nutritional experts. They require a handful of ingredients, just 15 minutes to prep, and some extra time to set in the fridge.
By Verywell Fit
In 15 minutes, you can have this classy and easy sugar free dessert that will impress everyone! You will need six ingredients total, most of which you likely have sitting in your cupboard. The great thing about this recipe is that it’s so simple. It allows you to make variations to it without compromising taste! Add your favourite fruits or sprinkle some lovely coconuts shreds on top. The sky is the limit with this sumptuous dessert option!
By Milk & Honey Nutrition
Prep: 15 mins
You’ll need a blender for this one but trust us, it will be worth the extra dish washing! These easy to transport, tiny lemon treats contain 2g of protein per piece, and may just become your next favourite snack. The recipe will make about 18 bites in total, so feel free to double it up if you are preparing them for guests or a get-together.
By Donella Crigger
This recipe is for our fans of rich flavours. Traditionally, peanut butter pie is not known for being the healthiest dessert choice, but this take is an improved version of the well-known classic, minus the guilt. You can use any type of sweetener you like, so don’t fret if you’re not a fan of Splenda. Like most glucose-friendly recipes, there are very few ingredients. The hardest part? The two to three hours you’ll have to wait for it to cool in the refrigerator.
By The Sugar Free Diva
Not only is this treat delicious, but it is also beautiful to look at. You will need several small canning jars with lids, and a bit of elbow grease to prepare your strawberries for the filling layer and topping. Although the recipe doesn’t call for a crumb base you can definitely add it (just remember to read nutritional labels on any pie crust base you purchase, and to follow your dietary restrictions).
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