Any suggestions? So far I have bananas, raisins, dates… Any ideas for healthy deserts.
Re: Food that is sweet yet not fatty
All these bananas, raisins, dates... Increase weight
even watermelon increases weight
Sugar in any form increases weight, this is a bad news of sweet lovers ,
however Apple and carrots are called as negative calorie food, as it needs more calories for its digestion ,
Re: Food that is sweet yet not fatty
Try this amazing recipe for healthy pancakes. I used this a lot while I was dieting. Don’t be scared of bananas. You can have them in moderation without getting fat. Infact, they contain numerous health benefits and should be a part of a healthy diet. Good luck!
Gluten-Free Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
In addition, you can try smoothies made of berries, yoghurt and honey. The choices are endless.
I have a couple of recipes taken from joannasoh.com. Have a look:
BANANA MUFFINS – No Flour, No Added Sugar (Serves 12)
INGREDIENTS:
- 2/3 cup (60g) of Oats (222Cals)
- 2 medium very ripe Bananas, mashed (178Cals)
- ½ cup (243g) of unsweetened Applesauce (328Cals)
- 2 large Eggs (156Cals)
- ½ cup (125g) of Greek Yoghurt (100Cals)
- 1 tsp of Vanilla Extract (12Cals)
- 1 tbsp of Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp of Baking Soda
- 45g of Whole Almond Nuts, coarsely chopped / Seeds / Dried Fruits (259cals)
Baking Tool Needed: 12 Muffin Cups & Cooking Spray
STEPS:
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Let’s start by mixing the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Mix oats, baking powder, baking soda and coarsely chopped almond nuts together.
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In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients. Mix mashed bananas, applesauce, eggs, greek yoghurt and vanilla extract together. Make sure it’s all evenly mixed and smooth.
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Fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Mix all the ingredients up until evenly coated.
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In the meantime, pre-heat the oven to 200 celsius / 400 fahrenheit.
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Spray 12 muffin cups with a little bit of cooking spray.
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Divide the mixture evenly into the 12 muffin cups and bake for 10-12 minutes until the banana muffin is lightly brown.
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Remove from the oven, and allow the banana muffins to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
**Store the Banana Muffins in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
PER SERVING – 105Cals
OVERNIGHT DREAMY OATS (Serves 1)
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup (125g) of Greek Yoghurt – 100Cals
- 1/3 cup (30g) of Oats – 111Cals
- 2 tbsp (30ml) of any Milk of your choice – 13Cals
- 1 cup (150g) of Frozen Mixed Berries – 43.5Cals
**Or any fresh / frozen soft fruits of your choice - ½ tbsp (6g) of Mixed Seeds – 33Cals
**Option: Other seeds or dried fruits of your choice
STEPS:
- In a bowl, mix greek yoghurt, oats, milk and mixed seeds together.
- Now it’s time to assemble the ‘Dreamy Oats’, either in a large glass or jar.
- For the 1st layer, place half of the oat mixture at the bottom of the glass.
- Then for the 2nd layer, add half of the frozen berries on top of the oat mixture.
- For the 3rd layer, add the remaining oat mixture and finally top it up with the frozen berries.
- Place the ‘Dreamy Oats’ in the fridge overnight and serve it for breakfast the next morning. The natural sweetness of the frozen berries will sip into the oats and give it a really sweet and creamy texture, delicious and filling!
PER SERVING – 300.5Cals
Check this out for healthy ice cream ideas using bananas: Healthy Low Calorie Vegan Ice-Cream: No Added Sugar or Fat! (3 Flavours)
Hope I was helpful! 
In moderation, these things are great. Watermelon is a nutrientally dense fruit. The sugar in watermelon is natural and it isn't as harmful as processed white sugar. Raisins and bananas are great as topping on Greek yogurt or a bowl of oatmeal and it doesn't increase weight if taken in moderation. Anything natural is better than processed food. Strawberries or any kind of berries are great for dessert. U can make your own fruit pops by blending honey, Greek yogurt, and fruits in season and just freeze them.
Re: Food that is sweet yet not fatty
I have been snacking on fruit to satisfy my sweet cravings (and chocolates 
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