Healthy Sugar-Free Desserts For Diabetes

Diabetes-Friendly Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are a classic dessert that might sometimes be too high in carbohydrates for diabetes patients to safely enjoy. However, making diabetes-friendly chocolate chip cookies is possible by cooking with stevia, and this sugar substitute also cuts down on calories. To make chocolate chip cookies with stevia, start by sifting two cups of all-purpose flour together with three-quarters of a teaspoon of sea salt and three-quarters of a teaspoon of baking powder. In a separate bowl, stir together one egg, one teaspoon of vanilla extract, and half a teaspoon of white powdered stevia. Then, add one cup of softened salted butter (or non-dairy alternative), and beat with an electric mixer. Add the mixture of dry ingredients to the mixture of wet ingredients (a little of each at a time), and fold in one and a quarter cups of chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a greased baking sheet so that each spoonful is a few inches from the next. Finally, bake the cookies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until they are golden brown (approximately twenty to twenty-five minutes).

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Fruit Smoothies

Fruit smoothies do contain the natural sugars that come from the fruit used, but can be entirely free of refined sugar. Fruits and vegetables are great ways for individuals to regulate their intestinal health and make sure they get the nutrients they need. For individuals with a sweet tooth, fruit has the sugary taste of higher calorie desserts, but it's less likely to cause a dangerous problem with their blood sugar. One great smoothie option is to combine low-calorie yogurt with superfoods like blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries. Some fruit smoothie recipes also include fruits and vegetables like avocados and leafy greens. There are several different fruit smoothies designed specifically for diabetes patients, so they have a lower amount of carbohydrates than some other smoothie options might. Individuals can use Greek yogurt or soy milk in their recipes instead of regular milk or sweetened yogurt.

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