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How to Make Turkish Delight
Sweet and slightly exotic, Turkish delight is a popular Middle Eastern candy that can be made and flavored in a variety of ways. Learn how to make it …
Discover fun new ways to take your desserts to a whole new level. Find new techniques and creative ways to present your sweet treats.
I love making my own desserts because I can control the amount of sugar in them (and which sweetener, if any, is used). By making them yourself, you can enjoy treats without excess sugar or artificial colorings or flavorings. Check some of these “healthier” treats like my popular, easy 5-minute Watermelon Sorbet. Other favorites are the smooth and creamy Matcha Lychee Ice Cream or the fun, Easter-themed Marshmallow Peeps (no corn syrup here)!
There are many more cold and hot dessert recipes below:
Easy Mint Chocolate Fudge Recipe
A classic holiday favorite, mint chocolate fudge is often loaded with sugar and overly sweet. This easy, healthier version ditches the refined sugar. …
Healthier Homemade Gummy Worms (And Leeches)
Fun for kids of all ages, Make your own healthier homemade gummy worms (or gummy leeches), even if you don’t have any candy molds. Many years …
Spooky Homemade Gummy Eyeballs
Looking for a healthier Halloween treat? Learn how to make gummy eyeballs, using not-so-spooky, real-food ingredients. They’re fun to make and …
Easy Watermelon Ice Cream (Paleo, Vegan)
This creamy, easy watermelon ice cream can be whipped up in a matter of minutes from frozen watermelon chunks. It’s a refreshing, no-guilt treat …
Easy Swiss Buttercream Frosting
Creamy, stable, and easy to spread, this swiss buttercream frosting is by far my favorite frosting. I’ve tried many buttercreams and ganaches, …
Paleo Chocolate Avocado Pudding Pops
Smooth and creamy, these paleo chocolate avocado pudding pops seem indulgent, but are a fun, no-guilt treat that is perfect for chocolate lovers. When …
Healthy Gelatin Dessert (Like Jell-O)
Ditch the artificial colors and flavorings of packaged Jell-O by making your own healthy gelatin dessert using fresh fruits and fruit juices. Here in …
Watermelon Gelatin Popsicles (Healthy Jello Pops)
These delicious, healthy watermelon gelatin popsicles are fun to make and provide a healthy dose of collagen and protein. Plus, they have a great …
Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Popsicles
These naturally red, white, and blue patriotic popsicles are healthy and easy to make. They’re perfect for celebrating the fourth of July or any …
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Paleo, Vegan Nice Cream)
Creamy and refreshing, this mint chocolate chip ice cream is quick and easy to make. It’s also an allergy-friendly, healthy, guilt-free treat. …
5 Minute Pineapple Ice Cream (Vegan, Paleo)
Quick to make and sure to delight, this creamy, 5-minute pineapple ice cream can be whipped up at the last minute for a sweet, healthy dessert. …
Refreshing Low-Carb Mojito Sorbet
A surprisingly delicious healthy treat, this mojito sorbet is low carb and low sugar, but not low on flavor. It’s easy to make, and refreshingly …
Matcha Lychee Ice Cream
Exotically delicious, this matcha lychee ice cream is smooth and creamy and sure to please. I have always loved exotic and tropical fruits like …
Healthier Homemade Marshmallow Peeps (No Corn Syrup)
Avoid corn syrup and artificial colors when you make these healthier homemade marshmallow Peeps® inspired Easter treats. It’s a fun activity …
Chocolate Dates with Almonds
Sweet and chewy with a bit of crunch, these easy-to-make chocolate dates with almonds resemble bite-sized candy bars sans the refined sugars and …
Key Lime Pie Without Condensed Milk – Paleo, Dairy Free, Grain Free
Creamy yet refreshing, this tangy paleo key lime pie without condensed milk, combines healthy foods like avocados, coconut milk, and gelatin to create …
Pastissets de Boniato: Spanish Christmas Pastries
The most popular Spanish Christmas pastry in my area of Spain, pastissets are a type of empanadilla that is often filled with a sweet boniato (white …
Dulce de Boniato – A Spanish Christmas Pastry Filling
Dulce de boniato is a sweet Spanish pastry filling used mostly around Christmas for filling pastries like pastissets (pastelitos) or empanadillas …
5 Minute, Easy Watermelon Sorbet
Quickly whip up this easy watermelon sorbet in under 5 minutes. Perfect for summer, this sweet, refreshing treat is actually healthy, paleo, and …
Homemade Waffle Cones and Bowls
Fun and easy to make, these delicious grain-free waffle cones and bowls are the perfect accompaniment to ice cream or frozen yogurt. They’re …
Homemade Chocolate Magic Shell
Looking for the perfect chocolate sauce for ice cream? This homemade “magic shell” starts as a liquid and hardens into a crunchy chocolate …
Homemade Kefir Ice Cream (Frozen Kefir)
Slightly tangy, yet creamy and smooth, this homemade kefir ice cream, or frozen kefir, is a delicious frozen treat with the probiotic benefits of …
Homemade Healthy Sprinkles (Paleo)
Living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be boring. Make these fun and healthy sprinkles with vibrant colors that are made with natural …