Are you someone who loves sweets like I do? Do you find yourself craving something sweet throughout the day, especially after dinner? Let me guess what happens here, you reach for that sweet, sugary, dessert or treat which creates significant guilt for sabotaging your diet. As a result, overeating occurs because you figure “hey! I ruined my diet anyways, may as well eat it all!”. This is such a classic cycle of self-sabotage that can lead down a slippery slope. With that said, if you know sweets are your weakness then why not set yourself up for success with some healthy, sweet, satisfying options that can ease those cravings! Best of all they won’t sabotage your diet which will avoid the guilt spiral!
So how do you satisfy those sweet cravings without sabotaging your diet you ask? Here are my go-to nutritious snacks and beverages that I always have in my reach for when a craving strikes! Save this list so you can also have these tasty little (HEALTHY) sweets for your next sweets craving!
No-Bake Vegan Brownies
If you are a chocolate lover then you will love these healthy, no-bake, vegan, GF and easy brownies. There are only 3 ingredients. They are perfect with your after-dinner coffee or tea if you tend to look for something sweet after dinner.
Air-popped Cinnamon Popcorn
Popcorn is probably my favourite food of all time. It’s such a perfect healthy snack and it offers more bang for your buck because you can have a good amount of it for minimal calories. Of course, I’m referring to air-popped popcorn! My little spin on popcorn is simply adding some cinnamon to it to sweeten it up a bit. I typically add approximately 1 tsp for ½ cup of un-popped kernels. Suddenly it turns into a warm and cozy comfort food. If I’m hankering for something sweet this is sure to satisfy that craving.
Fruit Flavoured Tea
This is an excellent trick for when you have that craving in the evening hours. Honestly, it can be used any time of day but if you’re like me and avoid eating after dinner then a fruity herbal tea always helps to cut any sweet craving I have!
Homemade Hot Chocolate
There is something about hot chocolate that is so comforting. However, I find any of the store-bought stuff is WAY too sweet and typically filled with sugar and calories. As a result, I take things into my own hands and make my own hot chocolate which is vegan and refined sugar-free! I like making this directly in my cup for minimal clean up. Read below for the recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of non-dairy milk (I use unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 tsp maple syrup (I prefer honey for non-vegan option)
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- Pour about 2 tbsp of milk along with the honey and cocoa powder into a large coffee cup and whisk.
- Add the remainder of the milk into the cup and mix well.
- Put in the microwave for about 1.5 minutes or until your desired temperature
- Stir again and allow to cool before you enjoy!
Golden Milk
This milk has gained a lot of popularity lately because of its numerous health benefits but I must say, it also satisfies my sweet tooth! Who doesn’t want a drink that tastes yummy, prevents unhealthy eating and has so many benefits!? See below for this simple recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
- 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice
Instructions
- Add milk and cinnamon sticks to a small pot over medium heat
- Add the remainder of ingredients to the pot and bring to a light boil
- Cover and let simmer to allow the cinnamon sticks to release flavor
- Let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Allow for longer simmer time if you want an extra cinnamon flavor
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These protein balls always manage to curb my appetite while satisfying my sweet tooth at the same time. The crunchy, chocolatey, peanut butter combination never disappoints the tastebuds. Yet they somehow trick me into believing I just ate a chocolate bar!
So Get Ready to Enjoy without the GUILT!!!
With so many simple options to try, stop those sweet cravings today with these recipes. I can assure you they work for me every time. I love when healthy eating tastes so dangerously good! If you tried and liked these options please save and share this pin!
Cheers to a healthier you,
Tricia
xoxo