When you’re craving something sweet, sometimes nothing but the traditional sweets will do. But often, it’s possible to satisfy a craving for something a little sweet with a dish that also adds real nutrition to your day. These recipes will please your sugar-loving side while giving you important nutrients to get you through the day. Many of these recipes call for date paste: if you’ve never made it before, check out our instructions.
Mocha Chia Pudding
Lightly sweet and intensely chocolate, this overnight pudding is a nice weekday snack to have on hand. Turn it into a mini-meal with a few nuts and your favorite fresh fruit. (3 Guiding Stars)
Apple-Date Torte
Apple pie, apple crisp: take a back seat. This torte will meet your desire for either while bringing its own nutty identity to your fall desserts roundup. (2 Guiding Stars)
Cherry Cobbler
Whether you’ve got fresh cherries or frozen, this simple cobbler is scrumptious. Like a little cream? Try plain yogurt with a little vanilla extract mixed in. (2 Guiding Stars)
Frozen Yogurt Bark
Think of this dish as a template for an easy frozen treat. Switch up your variety of nuts and fruit to make this a family favorite! (1 Guiding Star)
No-Bake Pecan Carrot Bars
These are designed to be frozen, but if you’re looking for a warm, spice-laden treat, you can bake them into a hot, bubbling pudding-like dessert that’s perfect for fall. (1 Guiding Star)
Apple Cinnamon Almond Smoothie
Try something new with your smoothie routine for fall! This warm and lightly spiced drink will be your new go-to comfort drink on cool fall evenings. (1 Guiding Star)
Dessert Hummus
Dessert hummus might sound a little weird, but trust us: it’s delicious. Serve it up with fruit slices for dipping or even some thin cookies for a party. (1 Guiding Star)