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| | | Have you ever noticed that as soon as the days get shorter and colder, suddenly there is dessert everywhere? It's as if there's an unspoken agreement that we need copious amounts of butter and sugar during the wintertime. And, in general, I'm here for it. | | That being said, there are many health conditions — heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver disease — that can make dessert season complicated. If this sounds familiar, you'll want to stick around for today's newsletter. Below, Jessica Sandoz, a registered dietitian at Healthline, shares some ideas for healthifying your dessert course. | | | | | | | Eat up,
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
December 24, 2024 • 4 min read | | | |  | | | | Q: | Ingredient swaps for making healthier desserts | | | A: | First, there's absolutely nothing wrong with having the real-deal dessert on occasion! In fact, you may find that you eat less of the original than of the "lighter" version since the substitutions may give you license to overindulge.
That said, there are many ways we can lighten up our sweet treats. Just keep in mind that making changes may affect measurement ratios, taste, texture, and possibly cooking time.
To limit fat, swap: - butter for a heart-healthy oil like avocado oil or olive oil
- oil or butter for applesauce without added sugar, canned pumpkin puree, or plain low fat Greek yogurt
- full-fat dairy products for reduced-fat dairy products (think sour cream and milk)
- heavy cream for half-and-half, fat-free evaporated milk, or light coconut milk
- whole eggs for egg whites
- peanut butter for powdered peanut butter
To limit carbs and starches: - Swap all-purpose white flour for whole wheat pastry flour or pulverized oats.
- Swap all-purpose white flour for almond flour.
- Make pies crustless.
- Use bean "flour" (dried beans ground to a powder) in place of some or all flour to boost fiber and protein. Chickpeas or white beans could be used in blondies or chocolate chip cookies.
To limit added sugar: - Cut the sugar content in half.
- Swap the added sugar for natural sugar from fruit (applesauce, mashed banana, dates)!
- Make pies crustless.
- Use jams or preserves that don't contain added sugar.
To add protein: - Add an extra egg.
- Swap water for milk or a protein drink.
- Add a nut butter (this will also add flavor and healthy fat).
- Add Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.
- Add some flavored protein powder in place of sugar or flour.
For best results, don't combine too many of the above changes per recipe. Pick one or two areas to adjust and keep the rest the same. As always, being mindful of portion sizes will still be key. | | | | | Jessica Sandoz, Registered Dietitian | | | Sign up for our Eat Well newsletter for a monthly roundup of healthy, nutritious recipes chosen specifically for you. Sign up now! | | | | | | | Burn bright | | | | |  | | Areaware Dusen Dusen Taper Candles | | Generally speaking, I'm not a fan of burning candles indoors. They pollute the air and pose the risk of burning down your house. However, I'm willing to make an exception in certain circumstances. For example, if I'm hosting a dinner party, it can be fun to add some small, fragrance-free candles like these to the table to burn during dinner. | | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Get personalized recipes based on your unique dietary needs and interests — delivered to your inbox every month! | | | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | ⏪ How long does it take to reverse prediabetes? The answer depends on many variables. | | 🎈 20 foods and drinks that help with bloating. Promote regularity, prevent fluid retention, and enhance gut health with these foods. | | 🏊 Try these 8 pool exercises for a full-body workout. Boost strength and cardio fitness without putting too much pressure on your joints. | | 🪲 Homemade bug spray recipes for your skin, home, and yard. Here are some popular natural ingredients that may help repel pesky insects. | | | Thanks for reading, folks. Who's ready to say goodbye to 2024? | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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