Top 3 Fruit Infused Desserts for Clean Eating

Summer is the perfect time for light and refreshing fruit dessert ideas. These clean eating recipes are delicious enough to satisfy any sweet tooth. Plus, they’re all easy to make! So why not give them a try?

What are some ways you could use fruit as a dessert?

Are you trying to eat clean and live a healthier lifestyle? This includes eating more fruits and vegetables and avoiding processed foods. That doesn’t mean you have to give up dessert altogether. In fact, there are many ways to enjoy healthy fruit desserts.

For example, ripe bananas blended with almond milk create a thick and creamy banana “nice cream.”   Mix diced fruit with yogurt or cottage cheese to create a nutritious parfait. And, of course, fruit can always be enjoyed on its own as a simple and healthy snack.  For people looking to enjoy dessert without sacrificing their health, fruit is perfect.

What goes well with fruits?

For people who are trying to eat clean, fruit desserts are a great choice. But what goes well with fruits? Here are some suggestions:

Nuts: Nuts are a great source of protein and healthy fats, making them a perfect pairing for fruit. Try pairing almonds with sliced apples, or cashews with berries.

Yogurt: Yogurt is a great source of protein.  It also provides probiotics that can help support gut health. For a balanced breakfast or snack, pair fruit with yogurt and a handful of nuts.

Honey: Honey is a natural sweetener that goes well with all kinds of fruit. Try drizzling honey over sliced peaches or dipping strawberries in it for a sweet treat.

What goes well with fruit depends on your personal preferences. So experiment and see what you like best!

1. Peachy Yogurt Pudding

Creamy, crunchy, and sweet.  The perfect light dessert. In-season peaches with Greek yogurt and walnuts is a great combination of fiber, protein and healthy fats.  Enjoy this as dessert, a snack or even breakfast.

Ingredients:

• • 1 cup plain almond Greek yogurt
  • 1 yellow peach, pitted & diced
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½  tbsp honey

Directions

1. 1. Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
   2. Mix well until fully incorporated.
   3. Pour the mixture into a mason jar.
   4. Chilled for at least 30 minutes before serving.
   5. Serve chilled.

2. Frozen Yogurt Berry Bark

Forget high-sugar popsicles this summer.  Pass these out to the kids for a healthy, fruit dessert.  Perfect to cool off on a hot day.

Ingredients:

• • 1.5 cup almond milk yogurt
  • 2.5 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup fresh blueberries
  • ⅔ cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Directions:

1. 1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
   2. In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla.
   3. Spread the yogurt mixture on a prepared baking tray evenly.
   4. Place the blueberries and strawberries throughout.
   5. Place in a freezer for 3 hours, or until the yogurt turns firm.
   6. Break the frozen yogurt into pieces and serve chilled.

3. Coconut Honey Fruit Dip

Dessert or an app with dinner guests is how we love to enjoy this dip.  Quick and easy to whip up with just a few ingredients.

Ingredients

• • 1/2 cup lite coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups whole strawberries, sliced

Directions

1. 1. In a medium bowl, whisk the coconut milk until creamy.
   2. Add in the honey and vanilla extract and mix until everything is well combined.
   3. Place in the freezer for 5 minutes.
   4. Transfer the coconut yogurt dip to a bowl and serve with strawberries.

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