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Healthier Desserts: Simple, Balanced Sweet Treats You Can Feel Good About


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  • Author: Chef Luna
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

  • Healthier desserts offer all the indulgence with better ingredients. This simple no-bake recipe uses dates, Greek yogurt, and cocoa for a rich, guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

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  1. 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
  2. 2 ripe bananas
  3. 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  4. 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  5. 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
  6. 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  7. Pinch of salt
  8. Fresh berries for topping

Instructions

  • Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes.
  • Blend dates and bananas until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, cocoa, maple syrup, and vanilla.
  • Stir in date-banana mix and combine well.
  • Spoon into jars or cups and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Top with berries before serving.

Notes

  1. Adjust sweetness to taste with more maple syrup.
  2. For a firmer set, freeze 20 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg