Whether dessert is an everyday event or something that only makes the occasional appearance in your household, making it doesn’t have to be complicated.
As an added bonus, sweet treats can be both indulgent and rich in beneficial nutrients. Rather than wasting space on your dessert shelf (see Lionel at Large by Stephen Krensky if you don’t know what I’m talking about) on empty calories found in processed and premade desserts, try one of these homemade delights instead.
Growing up in a family with various dietary preferences and allergies, it was difficult to find a dessert that worked for everybody, but baked apples were something that all of us could agree on.
We liked to make ours with raisins, cinnamon and maple syrup, but Rachael Ray makes hers with nuts, cereal and brown sugar.
Whatever you decide to fill your apples with, the basic technique for preparation is the same. Just remember to eat the skins – that’s where you’ll find most of the nutrients in those tasty apples!
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This recipe from Eating Well is so delicious, and so easy to make. It’s also rich in healthy dietary fiber and nutrients like vitamins A, B-6 and C.
I love the alternate idea to try this recipe with fresh pineapple instead, which is rich in healthy enzymes.
Similar to the baked apples with a spiced flavor that reminds me of fall, these are delicious served warm with a little granola. This recipe from Eating Well doubles as a quick and nutritious breakfast, served atop a bowl of slow-cooked oatmeal.
This recipe from Rachael Ray is so easy to make, and it makes a great dessert as well as a delicious snack at any time of day. Try replacing the blackberries with the pulp of ripe Hachiya persimmons when they’re in season.
Fruity Popsicles
Homemade popsicles are a must at my house, and there are so many flavorful, nutrient-packed and creative ways to make them. Best of all, though they do take a few hours to firm up in the freezer, the prep required can be as quick and easy (or as complicated) as you want it to be.
Try freezing your favorite flavor of juice or yogurt in popsicle molds, and you’re ready to go. For something a little more complicated, I like these Striped Fruit Juice Pops from Betty Crocker.
If you really get into popsicle-making mode and you’re looking for even more inspiration, check out my favorite cookbook on the subject, Pops!: Icy Treats for Everyone by Krystina Castella.
Pops!: Icy Treats for Everyone on Amazon
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I am a huge fan of caramelizing fruit on the grill but I usually take this in a more savory direction, like when I make a grilled watermelon and haloumi salad, with mint and balsamic glaze.
Grilled fruit makes a delicious dessert as well, and it’s so quick and easy to make if you’re already grilling up your dinner. This recipe from Eating Well suggests a tarragon, almond and balsamic topping, but I prefer mint, chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.
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