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Creating healthy dessert recipes has been my jam since I started Happy Healthy Mama back in 2010. No matter where I’ve been on my healthy living journey, from being on a strict anti-inflammatory diet to taking part in Sugar-Free January to breastfeeding a baby with MSPI, I’ve always had a sweet tooth.
My philosophy is to honor my sweet tooth in the most nutritious way possible. Sometimes that means using whole grains instead of white flour, sometimes that means using a natural sweetener instead of refined white sugar, and sometimes that means just adding in something to boost the nutritional content of the dessert.
You CAN enjoy dessert while staying on track with your healthy living goals. Moderation is key. Depravation doesn’t work and is no way to live life anyway! Here are 50 healthy dessert recipes for you to keep handy when the sweet tooth hits. Many of these are super easy healthy dessert recipes and can be ready in well under an hour. Save this list (use the heart feature on the right or bookmark it on your device) for when you need a healthy sweet treat!
50 Healthy Dessert Recipes
Blueberry Cookies (Gluten free, dairy free, and refined sugar free)
These wholesome cookies are made with whole grains and no refined sugar. Soft and chewy, they’re healthy enough to eat for breakfast or a snack!
Black Bean Brownies
These Black Bean Brownies are rich and fudgey and you can blend the batter right in your blender! These are vegan, gluten-free, but no one can tell they are healthy.
Individual Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp (Gluten-free & Vegan Recipe)
Strawberry and rhubarb are a match made in heaven and it doesn’t get any better than Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp! This recipe is easy to make and healthier than most desserts.Â
Brownie Batter Dessert Hummus Recipe
This Brownie Batter Dessert Hummus makes a healthy dessert and is great for dipping fruit and pretzels!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie (Vegan and Gluten Free)
This is a vegan and gluten-free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie. It’s gooey, full of peanut butter flavor, and no one will ever guess it’s made with chickpeas!
Easy Chocolate Fudge Recipe (Vegan + Low Carb + Keto)
This Easy Chocolate Fudge Recipe is simple to make and just happens to be vegan, low-carb, AND keto!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Nice Cream
Made with frozen bananas, cocoa powder, and peanut butter, this is a healthy frozen treat that’s creamy, rich, and with no added sugar.
Vegan Blueberry Oat Bars
These healthy blueberry oat bars are vegan and gluten-free and perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert! They are lightly sweet, bursting with blueberry flavor, and super easy to prepare.  They taste like heaven when eaten warm, straight out of the oven.  When enjoyed immediately, they are best eaten with a fork. The next day, they are firm like a bar and can be eaten with your hands.
Homemade (Healthier) Mounds Bar Recipe
These Homemade Mounds Bars are dairy-free and so easy to make! Keep them in the freezer to have a special treat ready whenever you need it.
Flourless peanut butter chocolate chunk cookies
Gluten and dairy-free, these healthy flourless cookies use less sugar than traditional cookies, but deliver intense peanut butter flavor.
Keto Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate (Vegan, too!)
These Keto Peanut Butter Cookies are super easy to make and are absolutely delicious with a lovely soft texture.
Flourless Chocolate Cookies (Healthy!)
These are not your everyday cookies, but you’d never guess how healthy they are. Â Made without flour, refined sugar, or butter, these vegan cookies have a secret ingredient: Â black beans! Â Rich and fudge-like, the salted tops compliment the flavors perfectly. Â A healthy way to indulge! Â
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting (Healthy!)
So much healthier than traditional carrot cake, this light version of Carrot Cake Cupcakes are flavorful, moist, and always a hit!
Vegan Chocolate Pie
A decadent vegan chocolate pie that is super easy to make and also gluten free!
Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
Stuff your dates with peanut butter and dip them in chocolate and you’ve got the tastiest healthy dessert ready in minutes!
Simple Baked Pears with Maple Syrup
These Simple Baked Pears are a quick, easy, and healthy dessert with very little added sugar!
Simple Baked Peaches
These Simple Baked Peaches are a perfect way to use your fresh, seasonal peaches. It makes an amazing, flavorful side dish for dinner or even a healthy dessert!
Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Bars (Vegan & Gluten Free)
These Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Dessert Bars are gluten-free, vegan, and have no added sugar! They are easy to make with simple ingredients and are a healthy dessert.
Chocolate Covered Blueberries
These Chocolate-Covered Blueberries are the EASIEST and healthiest treat. Made with just 3 simple ingredients, fresh blueberries, dark chocolate, and coconut oil, you’ll want to keep these on hand at all times. Using stevia-sweetened chocolate chips means these have no added sugar!
Healthy Peach Blueberry Crisp (Vegan + Gluten-Free Recipe)
This delicious Peach Blueberry Crisp is vegan, gluten-free, and super easy to make!
Healthy Apple Crisp Recipe
If you’re looking for a healthier Apple Crisp recipe, you found it! This is gluten-free, dairy free (vegan), and made without added sugar. If you’re following an anti-inflammatory diet, this is the best fall dessert for you!
Cranberry, Apple, and Pear Crisp
This easy dessert is made with fresh cranberries, apples, and pears, a spiced perfectly with fresh ginger and cinnamon! It’s perfect for Christmas and all winter long!
No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars (Healthy!)
Just 15 minutes prep time and some simple pantry ingredients is all you need to make these delicious oat bars!
Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Made with three simple ingredients, these Almond Flour Chocolate Chip cookies are vegan, gluten-free, Paleo friendly, and made without refined sugar. A healthy cookie has NEVER tasted this good.
Healthy Peanut Butter Cups (4 ingredients)
These healthy, homemade peanut butter cups are a great way to get your chocolate fix!
Simple Baked Apples Recipe
This recipe for Simple Baked Apples makes a family-friendly side dish that is easy and everyone loves. No added sugar!
Banana Oatmeal Bars
These bars are vegan, nut free and GF! Great for a healthy snack!
Gluten-Free Strawberry Pie (Easy crustless recipe!)
This Gluten-free Strawberry Pie is a super easy, one-bowl recipe that results in a delicious crustless pie everyone loves!
Chocolate Crunch Cookies
These no-bake Chocolate Crunch Cookies are super easy to make and have incredible flavor!
Healthy Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats
These Healthy Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats could not be easier.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies
These chocolate peanut butter balls are made with a few simple ingredients and are so delicious!
Baked Sweet Potato Pudding (Easy and Fabulous!)
This baked sweet potato pudding is perfectly spiced while being rich and creamy. It’s a perfect holiday dessert!Â
No Bake Almond Butter Cookies
These No Bake Almond Butter Cookies are super easy to make and are absolutely delicious!
Best Ever Healthy No-Bake Cookies
These are a healthy version of classic no-bake cookies! They have much less sugar and are dairy-free.
Healthy Samoa Cookies (Easy no bake recipe!)
Vegan, gluten free, and no bake, these Healthy Samoa Cookies are a big improvement from the kind you get from a box!
Gluten-free and Dairy-free Pumpkin Pie Bars
With an easy to make, nutty crust, these Gluten-free and Dairy-free Pumpkin Pie Bars are healthy and delicious.
Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Praline Topping
This gluten-free pumpkin pie has a nutty crust and a delicious pecan praline topping. It’s even BETTER than classic pumpkin pie!
Perfect Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
Perfectly moist and flavorful, this is the perfect banana chocolate chip bread recipe.
Healthy Apple Pear Snack Cake Recipe
A kid approved sweet and healthy snack! This cake is made with fruit puree, no refined sugar, and whole grains, so it’s a wholesome treat.
Healthy Carrot Cake Bars (No Bake!)
You are going to LOVE these healthy carrot cake bars! But be warned: Â they are addicting.
Almonds Covered in Chocolate Recipe
Bittersweet chocolate covered almonds with a touch of sea salt makes the best healthy, sweet treat.
Chocolate Tahini Brownies (Gluten-Free)
Chocolate Tahini Brownies are made with almond flour and the best flavor comes from the combination of tahini, maple syrup, and coconut sugar.
Frozen Greek Yogurt Bars Recipe (Healthy!)
With Greek yogurt, banana, peanut butter, and fresh strawberries covered in bittersweet chocolate, these easy bars are a delicious, healthy treat.
Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream (So easy!)
This dairy-free Strawberry Ice Cream is made with coconut milk and naturally sweetened with honey. No ice cream maker required!
5-Minute Creamy Mango Ice Cream
This 5-minute Creamy Mango Ice Cream is made with four simple ingredients, is healthy and low in added sugar, and can be made in your Vita-mix or food processor. It’s ready instantly–no freezing time required!
Dark Chocolate Covered Banana Bites
These Salted Dark Chocolate Covered Banana Bites are a healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Healthy Banana Split Smoothie (Breakfast or dessert?)
A healthy way to satisfy that chocolate craving–a healthy Banana Split Smoothie!
Healthy Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups Recipe
These Healthy Chocolate Almond Butter Cups are easy to make and are a healthy, low carb, low sugar treat! 3.8 net carbs per cup.
Peanut Butter Protein Balls Recipe (with cottage cheese!)
This protein balls are creamy in the middle and taste like a treat!
Healthy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits
These healthy, no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits are creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. They are a perfect make-ahead dessert for entertaining!
Which of these recipes have you already tried? Leave a comment below and let everyone know which recipes are the best in your opinion. There’s something here for everyone, whether you’re a chocolate lover, love a fruit-forward dessert, want a no-bake option, or need something for a potluck or gathering. I know my mouth was watering just looking at the photos as I prepared this post!
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