Are you watching what you eat but still longing for something sweet? Fear not! Give these nutritious vegan dessert recipes a try.
When you’re on a restricted diet, indulging in sweets may seem like a distant dream. But being vegan doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy decadent treats. The great news is, you can still satisfy your cravings with wholesome ingredients like nuts, berries, oats, and plant-based proteins. Believe it or not, you can whip up a delicious vegan dessert in just five minutes that rivals its non-vegan counterparts.
Here are some quick and easy recipes for crafting the most delicious high-protein vegan desserts right in your own kitchen:
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
Here’s a perfect recipe for breakfast or a quick snack during busy times.
Ingredients:
- 1 small ripe banana
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Strawberry slices
- Blackberries (optional)
Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or other sweetener (optional)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Toppings: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, sliced fruits, shredded coconut (optional)
Chocolate cake prepared in a microwave
Indulge in your love for chocolate with this delightful microwave cake baked right in a coffee mug.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup almond flour (finely ground almonds)
- ¼ cup stevia
- ½ tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tbsp peanut oil
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
Combine all the dry ingredients in a large coffee mug and mix thoroughly. Next, add the wet ingredients and stir well using a fork. Place the mug in the microwave and cook on 50% power for 3 minutes.
Once done, remove the mug of warm chocolate cake, allow it to cool slightly, and enjoy!
Apple crisps
Swap out those potato wafers for these wholesome and equally delicious apple crisps.
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup oats
- 2 tbsp pistachios (chopped)
- 2 tbsp almond flour (divided)
- 2½ tbsp stevia (divided)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (divided)
- 2-3 apples (chopped)
- Maple syrup for drizzling
Begin by melting the coconut oil in the microwave. Then, mix in the oats, chopped pistachios, 1½ tbsp almond flour, 2 tbsp stevia, and ¼ tsp cinnamon. In a separate bowl, toss the chopped apples with the remaining almond flour, stevia, and cinnamon.
Divide the oats mixture evenly between two 250 ml mugs, placing a spoonful in the bottom of each. Top with about 1 cup of the chopped apples in each mug, followed by the remaining oats mixture.
Microwave the mugs on high for three and a half minutes. Once the apples are bubbling and the mixture has reduced in size, remove the mugs from the microwave and allow them to cool until they’re safe to eat.
Drizzle with maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness, and enjoy your delicious apple crisps!
Hot cocoa
There’s no better way to warm up during the chilly holiday season than with a comforting mug of hot cocoa.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp vegan chocolate protein powder
- 1½ tbsp dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp powdered stevia
- Coconut whipped cream (optional)
Start by heating the almond milk in a large mug, either in the microwave for about a minute or in a saucepan over medium heat. Once warmed, add the vegan chocolate protein powder, chocolate chips, and stevia, then whisk until everything is well combined. Return the mug to the microwave or continue cooking on the stovetop until the mixture is fully blended and reaches your desired temperature.
For an extra indulgent touch, top your hot cocoa with coconut whipped cream and savor every sip of this cozy, healthy treat.
With these quick and simple recipes, you can indulge in vegan delights that are not only delicious but also good for you.