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13 Low-Calorie Ice Cream Alternatives

Published August 27, 2018
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Four green popsicles with wooden sticks lie on a bed of ice cubes. The popsicles display a consistent color and similar rectangular shape with three vertical ridges on each. They are evenly spaced within the icy tray. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published August 27, 2018
3 minute read
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Even the most devout ice cream fan will enjoy these healthy-ish dessert options that make good use of dairy substitutes (hello, coconut cream) and fresh fruit. From a sweet-tart option like a cherry semifreddo to a savory dark chocolate mousse made with rich and creamy avocado, these 13 recipes satisfy your dessert cravings without busting your calorie bank.

1. SWEET CHERRY & COCONUT SEMIFREDDO WITH PISTACHIOS | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

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

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. ESPRESSO GRANITA WITH WHIPPED COCONUT CREAM | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 112; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 18mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 0g; Sugar: 18g; Protein: 0g

4. MANGO GREEN TEA POPS | MINIMALIST BAKER

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 93; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 3.5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 16mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 1g

5. BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA WITH STRAWBERRIES AND BLUEBERRIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 123; Total Fat: 1.8g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 25mg; Sodium: 103mg; Carbohydrate: 23g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 18.6g; Protein: 5g

6. DARK CHOCOLATE AVOCADO MOUSSE | HELLO VEGGIE

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 80; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 13mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 1g

7. 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: 1

8. HEALTHY OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIE DOUGH “ICE CREAM” | EATING BIRD FOOD

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 213; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 20mg; Carbohydrate: 51g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 26g; Protein: 4g

9. AVOCADO MINT FUDGE BARS | IFOODREAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 136; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 11mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 0g

10. ALMOND BUTTER SMOOTHIE POPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 124; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 1mg; Sodium: 30mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 5g

11. AVOCADO & BANANA CHOCOLATE PUDDING | CLEAN EATING MAGAZINE

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 171; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 7mg; Carbohydrate: 28g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 2g

12. FROZEN BERRIES AND PINK CASHEW CREAM | NUTRITION STRIPPED

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 295; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 8mg; Carbohydrate: 36g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 18g; Protein: 7g

13. HOMEMADE BLUEBERRY FROZEN YOGURT | HEALTHY NIBBLES AND BITS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 147; Total Fat: 0g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 22mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 26g; Protein: 5g

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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