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10 Most Popular Dessert Recipes of 2019

Published December 6, 2019
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Brownie squares topped with a green frosting spread are on parchment paper. As one of the most popular desserts, they pair perfectly with the bowl of more green frosting and a spoon partially covered in it, positioned in the top right corner of the image. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published December 6, 2019
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What people who lose weight (and keep it off successfully) often have in common are well-balanced diets that include healthy treats. In fact, eating dessert might be a weight-loss trick. These healthy recipes feature everything from avocado brownies to low-carb banana bread to satisfy your sweet tooth for 225 calories or less per serving.

1. AVOCADO BROWNIES WITH AVOCADO FROSTING | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 196; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 23mg; Sodium: 39mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 21g; Protein: 2g

2. BANANA BERRY “NICE” CREAM | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 89; Total Fat: 0g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 30mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 1g

3. APPLE PIE ENERGY BITES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 109; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 46mg; Carbohydrate: 12g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 2g

4. STRAWBERRY & ROSÉ GRANITA | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 73; Total Fat: 0g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 3mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 1g

5. CHOCOLATE AND PISTACHIO MERINGUES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 50; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 23mg; Carbohydrate: 6g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 1g

6. VEGAN COCOA CHIA SEED PUDDING | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES 

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 225; Total Fat: 9.6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 99mg; Carbohydrate: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 11g; Sugar: 15g; Protein: 6g

7. OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP BREAKFAST COOKIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 96; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 5mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 2g

8. LOW-CARB BANANA BREAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 130; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 70mg; Sodium: 126mg; Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 4g

9. CHOCOLATEY BROWNIE-YOGURT PARFAITS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 185; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 31mg; Sodium: 191mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 16g

10. SWEET CHERRY AND COCONUT SEMIFREDDO WITH PISTACHIOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 184; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 9mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 2g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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