We all enjoy eating a delicious piece of cake every once in a while even though we know it’s loaded with calories and sugar. So how do we find the balance between indulging our sweet tooth and staying healthy? Here are a few simple tricks and swaps you can use in the future to make your favorite desserts a bit healthier.
Use Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is high in antioxidants and other essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, and fiber. That’s why eating dark chocolate in moderation is very healthy, and using it instead of milk chocolate is an easy way to make your desserts more nutritious.
Add Nuts
Next time you need ideas for decorating your cakes, make sure to use almonds, walnuts, cashews, and other nuts for decoration. Nuts are a perfect topping for any dessert, they’ll add a wonderful crunchy texture, and they’re also super nutritious and healthier than any other topping.
Replace Butter
Using butter instead of margarine is certainly a healthier option, but butter still contains saturated fats. That’s why it’s best to choose healthy substitutes for butter such as pureed avocado, coconut oil, mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, or even Greek yogurt.
Switch Out Your Flour
Swapping your processed white flour for healthier alternatives such as almond and whole wheat flour is another simple trick to make healthy desserts.
