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16 Chocolate Desserts Under 225 Calories

Published September 30, 2020
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Beet Brownies With Vegan Chocolate Ganache Frosting
Published September 30, 2020
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A well-balanced diet leaves room for dessert — in fact, moderate indulgences can actually help you lose weight. Chocolate (and cocoa powder) can have health benefits including antioxidants and mood-boosting neurotransmitters. If you’re looking for a healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth, these chocolatey recipes all contain less than 225 calories per serving.

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1. BANANA SPLIT ON A STICK | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Banana Split on a Stick

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 205; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 16mg; Carbohydrate: 28g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 15g; Protein: 3g

2. DARK CHOCOLATE AVOCADO PALETAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 106; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 46mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 11g; Protein: 2g

3. CHOCOLATE AND PISTACHIO MERINGUES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

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

4. 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

5. CHOCOLATE AVOCADO POPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES 

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 85; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 35mg; Carbohydrate: 9g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 2g

6. 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

7. FUDGY BLACK BEAN BROWNIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

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

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. 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. DARK CHOCOLATE ALMOND MOUSSE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

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

11. VEGAN OAT MILK CHOCOLATE PUDDING | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 211; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 111mg; Carbohydrate: 41g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 22g; Protein 4g

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

Avocado Brownies

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

13. CHOCOLATE PAVLOVAS FOR TWO | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 200; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 5mg; Sodium: 53mg; Carbohydrate: 41g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 32g; Protein 10g

14. GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE TAHINI COOKIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 64; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 92mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 8g; Protein 2g

15. 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

16. BEET BROWNIES WITH VEGAN CHOCOLATE GANACHE FROSTING | LENTINE ALEXIS FOR MYFITNESSPAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 211; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 23mg; Sodium: 56mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 16g; 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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