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All my favorite naturally sweetened desserts perfect for holidays, everyday baking, or whenever you’re craving something sweet but still nourishing. No weird ingredients, just easy, healthier, and absolutely delicious versions of classic treats!
Healthy Doesn’t Mean Boring
I don’t know about you, but when I reach for dessert, I want something rich, satisfying, and full of flavor that doesn’t leave me feeling like I just ate a bowl of sugar.
Baking has always been one of my favorite hobbies, and giving up refined sugar didn’t change that. Over the years, I’ve spent countless hours experimenting with natural sweeteners and nourishing ingredients to create desserts that taste every bit as delicious as the originals.
Here are my favorite recipes that satisfy a sweet tooth, nourish your body, and still taste absolutely incredible.
Favorite Naturally Sweet Desserts
1
Oatmeal Cranberry Walnut Cookies
These healthy oatmeal cookies have a sweet, nutty flavor and a pop of cranberries in every bite. If you think cranberries are just for the holidays, think again!
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2
Healthy Lime Bars
These bars are made with lime curd and traditional oat shortbread for a rich, citrusy dessert perfect for spring and summer.
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3
Blueberry Oat Crisp
The fruity blueberry filling is topped with a sweet, hearty streusel and comes together in minutes! It's one of those desserts that's a classic for good reason.
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4
Maple Pumpkin Cookies
Made with oat flour, these pumpkin cookies have a rich spice flavor and soft texture. They're drizzled with a sweet maple icing that takes them over the top.
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5
Naturally Sweetened Ice Cream
This might just be my favorite dessert ever! This ice cream has a rich, creamy texture and classic flavor store-bought can't compete with.
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6
10-Minute Candied Pecans
These candied pecans are so easy to make with just a few pantry ingredients and the flavor is amazing! This is a recipe I've been coming back to for years.
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7
Fig Streusel Bars
Pureed figs give these bars a smooth fruity filling that perfectly compliments the crispy oat topping and crust. And they couldn't be easier to make!
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8
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
You'd never expect these cheesecake bars to be naturally-sweetened! They have a rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling and are topped with a crispy oat streusel. Pumpkin pie just can't compete with this!
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9
Cranberry Sauce Bars
Not just for the holidays! These cranberry bars have a sweet and tart jammy filling and crispy topping that'll have you enjoying cranberries all year round.
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10
Blackberry Crisp
I make this every year with wild blackberries and it's just the best! It only takes a few minutes to prep and is a perfect summertime dessert.
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11
Apple Crisp
My original crisp recipe, apple crisp has been my go-to healthy and allergy friendly dessert for years! It has a rich, apple spice filling and a hearty oat topping.
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12
Cranberry Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
My favorite oatmeal cookie ever! These are primarily sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup, however, chocolate chips are added for additional flavor. They have a moist, hearty texture and rich flavor.
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13
Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic chocolate chip cookies made healthier but still absolutely delicious! Do I need to say more?
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14
Oat Flour Chocolate Cupcakes
The birthday dessert I love making for my kids! These chocolate cupcakes are sweetened with coconut sugar and have a rich, moist texture and deep chocolate flavor.
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15
Chocolate Almond Biscotti
A classic dunking cookie, chocolate almond biscotti is primarily sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar. It's the perfect cozy accompaniment to hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate!
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16
Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Made with oat flour and sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar, these oatmeal cookies are soft, hearty, and perfectly sweet!
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17
Creamy Quinoa Pudding
My favorite way to eat quinoa! This rich vanilla pudding reminds me of rice pudding with a hearty, richer flavor. So versatile and delicious with so many toppings!
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18
Almond Flour Brownies
These allergy-friendly brownies are the perfect healthier treat when you're craving chocolate. Top with ice cream for the ultimate dessert!
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Curious which natural sweeteners are the best? Check out this post on my favorite healthy sweeteners!
