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10 Most Popular Dessert Recipes of 2020

Published December 21, 2020
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Low-Carb Banana Bread
Published December 21, 2020
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The good news is you don’t have to give up dessert to shed pounds. In fact, research shows including treats in moderation in your diet helps support weight loss. This year, the most popular dessert recipes included low-carb banana bread, chocolate n’ice cream, meringues and more — all under 251 calories per serving.

Discover hundreds of healthy recipes — from high protein to low carb — via “Recipe Discovery” in the MyFitnessPal app.

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

Low-Carb Banana Bread

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

2. CHOCOLATE N’ICE CREAM | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Chocolate N’Ice Cream

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 174; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 8mg; Carbohydrate: 40g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 18g; Protein: 4g

3. PUMPKIN SPICE OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 102; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 8mg; Sodium: 82mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 2g

4. CARROT CAKE ENERGY BARS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Carrot Cake Energy Bars

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 213; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 100mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 17g; Protein: 5g

5. 5-INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

5-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 169; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 24mg; Carbohydrate: 9g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 4g

6. DARK CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Dark Chocolate Almond Mousse

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 251; Total Fat: 22g; Saturated Fat: 19g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 56mg; Carbohydrate: 12g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 6g

7. FUDGY BLACK BEAN BROWNIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Fudgy Black Bean Brownies

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 137; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 29mg; Sodium: 57mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 14g; Protein 2g

8. DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI BREAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Double-Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 219; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 32mg; Sodium: 187mg; Carbohydrate: 25g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 5g

9. APPLE CIDER MINI MUFFINS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Apple Cider Mini Muffins

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 98; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 1.5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 24mg; Sodium: 74mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 15g; Protein: 2g

10. CHOCOLATE AND PISTACHIO MERINGUES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Chocolate and Pistachio Meringues

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

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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