Lower Carb Pumpkin Maple Tres Leche Cake

It might seem like pumpkin is on repeat here, but nothing wrong with trying to find another way to enjoy pumpkin this time of year – am I right?! Lovers of this seasonal flavor sensation will love my Lower Carb Pumpkin Maple Tres Leche Cake, a not-so-classic take on a popular Mexican dessert (which means “three milks” cake in Spanish).

Lower Carb Pumpkin Maple Tres Leche Cake

 

Not only does it (lip) smack of pumpkin spice and maple, this pretty much sugar-free cake is free of table sugar (duh), taking the cake down from 56g carbs to just 18g carbs (and 500 calories to 358 calories) thanks to natural sweetener alternatives . . . aka, it’s sugar swap time!  Impress your guests with this feast-worthy and feel good yet low-carb dessert for the holidays – hint, hint, Thanksgiving dessert idea! Continue reading

Keto Caramel Pudding with Toasted Coconut

This post is sponsored by Hiland Dairy but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Just because you’re on a low-carb diet, doesn’t mean you have to say “no” to dessert. My Keto Caramel Pudding with Toasted Coconut is rich, creamy and indulgent . . . but with none the sugar.Keto Caramel Pudding with Toasted Coconut

It’s a luxurious, low-carb treat and keto dessert you can gift to yourself (you deserve it) or prepare for company during this upcoming holiday season.  Continue reading

Mexican Double Chocolate Cookies {Low Carb, Gluten Free}

Put a little ole in your day with a few of these yummy Mexican Double Chocolate Cookies that are inspired by south-of-the-border flavors like cinnamon, almond ad a tiny, tiny hint of pepper.Low Carb Mexican Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

And, I’ve used some of my favorite healthy baking tricks to keep them low-carb and gluten-free. Read on to get the recipe. Continue reading

Strawberry & Seed Dessert Pizza {Paleo}

Strawberries have burst onto the scene for summer, and I’m talking the GOOD ones that are plump, juicy and almost candy sweet. My Strawberry & Seed Dessert Pizza takes advantage of all this natural goodness and makes a special treat for warm-weather entertaining — yet it is easy enough to whip up for every day eating! Oh, and did I mention it’s Paleo diet friendly, and thereby inherently gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free. Read on to get the details and recipe! Strawberry Seed Pizza is a beautiful, summery dessert that is gluten-free, sugar-free, and dairy-free. Paleo diet friendly too.

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Grilled Pineapple with Yogurt, Date Syrup and Candied Ginger

Keeping it simple and sweet today while showing how fresh fruit can be transformed into an amazing (and healthy) dessert. Grilled Pineapple with Yogurt, Date Syrup and Candied Ginger is a must make for this weekend’s warm-weather gatherings and get-togethers (even if the guest list is just you and a fork)!Grilled Pineapple with yogurt, ginger and date syrup

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