Do you love indulging in delicious desserts, but hate the guilt that often comes with them? We hear you. That’s why we’re here to bring you a mouthwatering solution: macro-friendly desserts.
1. Summer Berry Parfait
Cool off this summer with our delicious and refreshing Summer Berry Parfait! Made with fresh, juicy strawberries and blackberries, creamy nonfat Greek yogurt, and topped with crunchy berry granola, this macro-friendly dessert is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while still keeping your nutrition on track.
Summer Berry Parfait Macros
Per Serving: Calories 198, Fat 2g, Carbs 27g, Protein 18g
Ingredients
100g strawberries, quartered
250g plain nonfat greek
yogurt
40g blackberries
15g berry granola (bear naked
brand)
Method
In a glass or small mason jar
add 40g strawberries.
Top with 70g yogurt.
Add 40g blackberries.
Repeat the yogurt layer and
strawberries.
Top with granola and sliced
strawberries for decoration.
You can recreate this recipe using fruits of your choice or even flavored yogurt. Try pineapple and kiwi for an exotic twist. This can be made ahead of time and will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. We recommend adding granola on the day.
2. Nice Not Naughty, Peach Cobbler
Looking for a macro-friendly dessert that won’t ruin your macros? Our Nice Not Naughty Peach Cobbler is the perfect guilt-free treat! Made with fresh, juicy peaches, zero-calorie sweetener, and heart-healthy Bisquick, this cobbler is both delicious and nutritious. Plus, with a dash of cinnamon and a sprinkle of rolled oats on top, it’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Peach Cobbler Macros
Per Serving: Calories 105, Fat 1g, Carbs 22g, Protein 2g
Ingredients
1½ cup monk fruit (or 100g) (or
other zero-calorie sweeteners)
1kg Peaches (or 3.5 cups sliced
peaches)
40g Heart Healthy Bisquick
175mL Vanilla unsweetened
almond milk (or 3/4 cup)
1 tsp cinnamon
40g rolled oats
Method
Preheat the oven to 375 f
Spray an 8×8-inch baking
dish with cooking spray
In a bowl mix sweetener and
peaches.
In a small bowl stir together
Heart Healthy Bisquick,
vanilla milk, and 1/2 tsp
cinnamon.
Spread the mixture evenly in
the baking dish
Top with sweetened peaches
Sprinkle 40g rolled oats and
1/2 tsp cinnamon on top
Bake for 55 minutes until
golden brown.
Once cooled, cut into 8 even
portions
Store in an airtight container.
3. Good With Anything Peanut Butter Dip
Looking for a sweet and savory treat that pairs well with fruits or crackers? Look no further than our Good With Anything Peanut Butter Dip! Made with creamy peanut butter, light vanilla yogurt, and a drizzle of honey, this dip makes a great macro friendly dessert alternative. Add a splash of vanilla extract to take it to the next level.
Peanut Butter Dip Macros
Per Serving: Calories 80, Fat 4g, Carbs 6g, Protein 5g
Ingredients
90g Peanut Butter
300g Light & Fit Vanilla Yogurt
10g Honey
Vanilla Extract (to taste,
optional)
Method
In a bowl mix together all the
ingredients until smooth.
Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour.
Serve with fruit or crackers of
choice.
This recipe makes 8 servings and
will keep in an airtight container
for up to 5 days in the
refrigerator.
This works well with everything
from plain chips, to strawberries
or even celery!
4. Too Good To Be True Tiramisu
Made with only a handful of simple ingredients, including creamy Tiramisu Dannon Fit & Light yogurt and crunchy rice cakes, our too good to be true Tiramisu is a perfect macro-friendly alternative to traditional, sugar-laden Tiramisu. Top it off with a sprinkle of cocoa powder for a decadent finish.
Tiramisu Macros
Per Serving: Calories 281, Fat 1g, Carbs 50g, Protein 18g
Ingredients
5g of 0 cal sweetener
6g of vanilla sugar-free
pudding mix
150g Tiramisu Dannon Fit &
Light yogurt
4 large rice cakes (36g total)
6g coco powder
Method
In a small bowl combine 5g
of 0 cal sweetener and 6g of
vanilla sugar-free pudding
mix and slowly add cold
water for a thin consistency.
Add 150g of yogurt and mix
well.
Leave to set in refrigerator for
1 hour.
Spread evenly over 4 rice
cakes, top with coco powder
and enjoy.
This recipe makes 2 servings of 2
rice cake tiramisu.
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5. You’d Be Bananas Not To Love These Banookies
If you’re on the hunt for a macro-friendly dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without throwing your diet off track, look no further than our delicious Banookies!
With the perfect combination of banana, peanut butter, protein powder, and healthy mix-ins like chocolate chips and walnuts, these treats are sure to become a new favorite.
Banookies Macros
Per Serving: Calories 84, Fat 4g, Carbs 7g, Protein 5g
Ingredients
1 overripe banana (approx
100g)
15g peanut butter
1 serving protein powder (any
flavor, 100-120 cal/scoop)
40g whole grain oats
15g chocolate chips
15g chopped walnuts
(optional)
15g unsweetened shredded
coconut (optional)
Method
Preheat oven to 350F
In a bowl, mash with a fork
until mostly creamy: 1
overripe banana (approx
100g)
Add peanut butter, protein
powder, and whole oats, and
stir well with a wooden
spoon.
Add in chocolate chips,
walnuts, and shredded
coconut, and stir well until
evenly distributed.
Drop by the spoonful onto a
cookie sheet lined with
parchment paper
Bake for 9 minutes.
Cool on wire rack.
Enjoying delicious desserts while still meeting your macro goals is absolutely possible! With the recipes featured in this article, you can indulge without sacrificing your hard work and dedication to a healthy lifestyle. But why stop at desserts?
Don’t forget to check out our macro-friendly breakfast, lunch and dinner recipes for even more tasty and satisfying meals that will keep you fueled throughout the day. Keep up the good work and enjoy these guilt-free treats!
