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Diabetic Desserts

Enjoy some of our favorite desserts which fit nicely into a balanced and healthy diabetic diet.

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May 21, 2013
1 of 20 Photo: Oxmoor House

Sweets in a Diabetic Diet

A healthy diabetic diet is all about balance. As long as moderation is taken into account, a small amount of sugar is accounted for in the total amount of carbohydrates in your diet.  As a general rule, diabetics should try to cut down on foods and drinks that have large amounts of sugar because they can make blood sugar control and weight control more difficult.

 

First up is our Browned Butter and Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Butter moves from nutty and brown to bitter and burned quickly, so be sure to take the pan off the heat once it turns amber-brown. To keep cookies from spreading, make sure the cookie sheet is completely cool before starting the next batch.

 

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2 of 20 Photo: Oxmoor House

Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Pie

You’ll love the cool creaminess of this frozen pie with the contrasting crunch of the oven-toasted rice cereal. It’s a true treat any time of the year.

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3 of 20 Photo: Oxmoor House

Peanut Butter-Banana Pudding

This pudding isn't just delicious, it's easy to make, too. Tip: Tossing the bananas with lemon juice is more about preserving color and texture rather than enhancing flavor. When coated with lemon juice, the bananas will keep from turning brown as quickly.

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4 of 20 Photo: Oxmoor House

Peanut Butter-and-Jelly Sandwich Cookies

Peanut butter cookies make the perfect base for a layer of sweet strawberry spread. Serve these sweet-and-salty cookies for an afternoon snack or a sweet lunchbox surprise.

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5 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Strawberries with Crunchy Almond Topping

This easy but stylish dessert is best made early in the day to let the strawberries macerate in the sweetened almond liqueur.

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6 of 20 Photo: Randy Mayor

Sour Cream Pound Cake

Slice into a lighter pound cake recipe that has all the flavor of a traditional one. Low-fat sour cream brings moistness and taste without so many calories.

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7 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Black-and-White Cake Cookies

These decadent cookies are a lightened version of an often calorie- and fat-laden favorite. One thing this recipe doesn't skimp on: flavor.

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8 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Classic Angel Food Cake

This master recipe is good as is, but it's also easy to modify to suit any cravings.

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9 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Cocoa Fudge Cookies

You can mix these incredibly easy fudge cookies right in the saucepan. When freshly baked, these thin cookies have crisp edges and chewy centers. You can make them with either Dutch process or natural unsweetened cocoa powder; we opted for the latter.

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10 of 20 Photo: José Picayo

Rustic Apple Tart

Purchased piecrust dough is a convenient time-saver. We like the flavor combo of sweet Golden Delicious and tart Granny Smith apples, but you can use any variety.

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11 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Macadamia Butter Cookies with Dried Cranberries

We love these thick, satisfying cookies. They're as humble as peanut butter cookies but not as crumbly. Dried cranberries provide a slightly tart counterpoint to the macadamia nuts' richness. The dough is somewhat sticky; chilling it briefly makes handling easier.

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12 of 20 Photo: Randy Mayor

Banana Coffee Cake with Macadamia Nuts and Coconut

This recipe received rave reviews from readers and, after your first bite, you'll know why. Substitute pecans if you don't have macadamia nuts.

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13 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies

With dried apples and caramel candies in every bite, our less-than-100-calorie oatmeal cookies give you the flavors of fall year-round.

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14 of 20 Photo: Randy Mayor

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

This simple mix-and-drop chocolate peanut butter cookie dough comes together in minutes and may not even require a shopping trip, thanks to its pantry-friendly ingredients.

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15 of 20 Photo: John Autry

Chocolate-Amaretti Peaches

Our version of this quick dessert uses shaved bittersweet chocolate for added richness. Look for amaretti cookies at specialty or gourmet markets; they have a distinct almond-amaretto flavor and crunchy texture that make this dish memorable. In a pinch, you can substitute crumbled almond biscotti.

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16 of 20 Photo: Randy Mayor

Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

Add some color to your cookie tray with these jam-filled thumbprints.

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17 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Oranges with Caramel and Cardamom Syrup

For this simple dessert, top tangy-sweet orange slices with homemade caramel-and-cardamom syrup; finish off with a dollop of Greek yogurt flavored with honey and orange-flower water, which can be found in gourmet markets or Middle Eastern grocery stores.

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Molasses Cookies

This classic spice cookie is a delicious addition to your cookie collection.

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19 of 20 Photo: Iain Bagwell

Lemon Verbena-Walnut Loaf Cake

If you can't find lemon verbena tea, use Lemon Zinger herbal tea for equally great flavor in this delicious loaf cake.

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20 of 20 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Orange Yogurt Cake (Bizcocho de Naranja)

This moist cake offers a triple punch of orange flavor: juice, marmalade, and liqueur. Wrap cooled, unglazed cake in plastic wrap to freeze. Allow to thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature, glaze, and serve. Garnish with fresh raspberries or strawberries, mint, and grated orange rind, if desired.

 

 

View Recipe: Orange Yogurt Cake (Bizcocho de Naranja)

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