Desserts Archives

Date Recipes

Date Recipes

Looking for some easy date recipes that are healthier and easy to make? Then you're in the right place! I've always been a massive fan of using dates in desserts. I grew up in the Middle East where dates are a staple in every household. I ate them almost everyday without fail, not that you'd ever hear me complain about it - I'm obsessed with them! They have the most delicious sweet, caramel like taste and fudgy texture that work so well in dessert. Desserts are often synonymous with indulgence and decadence, but what if you could satisfy your sweet tooth while also nourishing your body? Enter dates - the naturally sweet, versatile fruit that has been used for centuries [...]

Nadia2024-10-03T17:17:11+01:00October 3, 2024|Bars, Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Tahini Chocolate Balls

Tahini Chocolate Balls

Looking for a snack that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrition? Enter tahini chocolate balls - a delightful blend of rich, chocolatey goodness and the creamy nuttiness of tahini, all wrapped into bite-sized, nutrient-dense treats. These little power balls are perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Why I love making these tahini chocolate balls: It's no secret that I'm a huge tahini fan and I'm constantly trying to find new ways to include it in recipes. Especially desserts as I think tahini is such a versatile ingredient to include in healthy treats. I also find it goes exceptionally well with chocolate - my other food love! So I threw them together with a few [...]

Nadia2024-09-25T17:18:31+01:00September 25, 2024|Breakfasts, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|27 Comments

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

This cottage cheese cheesecake is a healthier take on a classic New York style cheesecake. It has a lovely creamy texture and is not overly sweet like your typical cheesecake tends to be. Made with fat-free cottage cheese and Greek yoghurt and much less sugar. The perfect lighter alternative when you're craving cheesecake, but want something more nourishing that's also satisfying. Cheesecake is a beloved dessert, celebrated for its creamy texture and rich flavour. But for those of us who are health-conscious, it's nice to have a lighter, better-for-you option available in case you want it. Enter cottage cheese cheesecake - a delightful twist on the classic recipe that promises all the lusciousness of traditional cheesecake with fewer calories and [...]

Nadia2024-09-03T16:54:38+01:00September 3, 2024|Cheesecake, Desserts, Gluten Free, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Chocolate Yogurt Pudding

Chocolate Yogurt Pudding

This chocolate yogurt pudding is the perfect healthier and lighter way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. It's super easy to make and you only need 5 ingredients to put it together. You can enjoy it as an instant pudding, or chill in the fridge for a couple of hours for a thicker dessert. Yogurt is a versatile, nutritious, and delicious that you can use in so many fun and creative ways. It’s perfect for breakfast, a quick snack, or even a dessert. But what if we took it up a notch and added a rich, chocolatey twist? Enter homemade chocolate yogurt – a creamy, indulgent treat that’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth the healthy [...]

Nadia2024-08-18T16:33:58+01:00August 18, 2024|Chocolate, Desserts, Gluten Free, Vegetarian|3 Comments

Healthy Frozen Yogurt (4-Ingredients!)

Healthy Frozen Yogurt (4-Ingredients!)

This healthy frozen yogurt is one of the easiest and healthiest ways to cool down on a hot summer day. Best of all you only need 4 ingredients to make it and no ice cream machine required! Why I love making this healthy frozen yogurt: I'm constantly looking for tasty and refreshing chilled treats that are also healthy and beneficial for my body. This healthy frozen yogurt ticks all the right boxes for me. It's easy, quick and calls for only a few ingredients (4 to be precise, 3 if we're discounting salt!) Yogurt is a great ingredient to incorporate into a snack. It's a source of probiotics/live cultures, which are beneficial bacteria that can help with digestion and support [...]

Nadia2024-08-12T17:52:13+01:00August 12, 2024|Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Nut Free, snack, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Dark Chocolate Bounty Bars

Dark Chocolate Bounty Bars

These dark chocolate bounty bars are made with only 5 ingredients and are so easy to put together. They're more wholesome than the real thing and also happen to be vegan/dairy-free. If you live in the UK, you'll know the running joke that every Christmas when a box of celebrations chocolates go around the room, all the bounty's are left behind because no one wants them. I could never relate, because for me, I would always reach out for the bounty bars first! My partner is the same, so they can't be that unpopular. They taste more sophisticated and have so much more flavour that some of the other chocolates in the tin. I think most people like them, but they [...]

Nadia2024-08-07T18:00:05+01:00August 7, 2024|Bars, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|3 Comments

Healthy Peanut Butter Mug Cake

Healthy Peanut Butter Mug Cake

If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth, but is also wholesome and nutritious, you need to try this healthy peanut butter mug cake! It's ready in 5 minutes and only calls for a handful of easy to find ingredients. A mug cake is a single-serving cake that is typically prepared and cooked in a mug using a microwave. It's a quick and convenient way to make a small, individual portion of cake without the need for an oven or extensive preparation. Why I love making this healthy peanut butter mug cake: Mug cakes have been one of my go-to desserts for while now whenever I'm craving something sweet, but don't feel like baking [...]

Nadia2024-08-05T17:25:47+01:00August 5, 2024|Cakes, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|7 Comments

Chocolate Banana Nice Cream (Healthy/Plant-Based)

Chocolate Banana Nice Cream (Healthy/Plant-Based)

This chocolate banana nice cream is the perfect hot weather treat when you're looking for something tasty, satisfying and healthy! Made with only of a handful of wholesome ingredients and no ice cream maker in sight! What is Nice Cream? The concept of nice cream or banana ice cream is not a new one, it's one of the earliest healthy desserts I remember making when I embarked on my health journey. It's basically a a dairy-free alternative to traditional ice cream, typically made from blended frozen bananas. It is popular among those who are vegan, lactose intolerant, or simply looking for a healthier dessert option. The basic nice cream recipe involves blending frozen bananas until they achieve a creamy, ice [...]

Nadia2024-07-31T17:36:45+01:00July 31, 2024|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Healthy Flapjack Recipe

Healthy Flapjack Recipe

Delicious oaty squares that can be enjoyed as a snack, healthier dessert or even a handy on-the-go breakfast. This healthy flapjack recipe is so easy to make and super convenient to have in the fridge for when you need a quick pick-me-up. What are flapjacks? In the UK - Flapjacks are a type of sweet tray-baked oat bar. They are typically made from rolled oats, butter, brown sugar, and golden syrup. Optional ingredients can include dried fruits, nuts, and chocolate. They are chewy and slightly crispy and are usually cut into squares or rectangles. Although flapjacks are usually baked, you can make a no-bake version that's just as tasty and saves a lot of time. I made these flapjacks with [...]

Nadia2024-09-25T13:38:44+01:00July 29, 2024|Bars, Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|7 Comments

Healthier Miso Brownies

Healthier Miso Brownies

These healthier miso brownies are fudgy, yet made with healthier ingredients like oats, ground almonds, flaxseed and cocoa powder. I went a step further to make them extra decadent by topping them with a simple tahini miso 'salted caramel' and dark chocolate layer. The result is something so deliciously irresistible! Brownies have always been one of my favourite desserts and they're definitely my go to at restaurants. If I'm in the mood for a sweet treat and there's brownies on the menu, I can safely say that's what I'll be ordering regardless of what else is on there. Even though I have a major sweet tooth and typically crave something sweet after my meals, I'm also not someone who likes [...]