Weight Watchers Dessert Recipes: Indulge Your Sweet Tooth Without the Guilt!
When you’re on a weight loss journey or trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, desserts don’t always fit into the plan.
But with Weight Watchers (now known as WW), you can still enjoy a sweet treat without derailing your progress. The key is to make smarter choices and find recipes that are not only delicious but also fit into the Weight Watchers points system.
WW’s points system is designed to make healthy eating simpler by assigning a value to foods and drinks based on their calorie, saturated fat, sugar, and protein content.
With these points in mind, you can whip up delectable desserts that satisfy your cravings while staying on track. In this blog post, we’re sharing some Weight Watcher-friendly dessert recipes that you can easily make at home. Prepare your taste buds for a treat!
Berry Crisp for One
A personal-sized berry crisp can be a perfect way to end your day on a sweet note. It’s packed with antioxidants from the fruits and gives you that crunchy texture with a much lighter topping.
Ingredients:
1 cup of mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
1 ½ tablespoons of quick-cooking oats
1 tablespoon of brown sugar
¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon of light butter
A splash of vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix the berries with flour and a splash of vanilla extract until the berries are well coated.
In another small bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until small clumps form.
Place the mixed berries into an oven-safe dish and sprinkle the oat mixture over the top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the berries are bubbling.
Serve warm, and enjoy your personal fruit crisp!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cups
Chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in heaven. Make these delicious little cups ahead of time, and you’ll have a go-to treat ready when the cravings hit.
Ingredients:
2 medium bananas
4 teaspoons of peanut butter
2 tablespoons of semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon of coconut oil
Instructions:
Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners.
Slice the bananas into halves and make bite-sized pieces that fit into the muffin cups.
Place a piece of banana in the bottom of each muffin cup.
Top each banana piece with half a teaspoon of peanut butter.
Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Spoon the melted chocolate over the peanut butter and banana in each muffin cup.
Place the muffin pan in the freezer until the chocolate sets, about 1 hour.
Store in the fridge or freezer and savor a cup whenever you need a sweet fix.
Lemon Yogurt Cake
A zesty lemon yogurt cake can brighten up your dessert spread. Using yogurt keeps this cake moist while reducing the fat content compared to traditional recipes.
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup sugar
½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup of skim milk
¼ cup of lemon juice
1 teaspoon of lemon zest
1 egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, yogurt, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, and stir until just combined.
Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool before serving and enjoy this light and citrusy delight!
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Nothing quite says comfort like apple cinnamon muffins. These fiber-rich muffins are a great option for a dessert or snack.
Ingredients:
1 ¾ cups of whole wheat flour
1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons of ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon of baking soda
½ teaspoon of salt
1 cup of unsweetened applesauce
¾ cup of sugar
¼ cup of skim milk
¼ cup of unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons of canola oil
1 egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, milk, apple juice, oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Spoon the batter into a muffin tin lined with paper liners, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool before indulging in this apple-cinnamon goodness!
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
For an elegant, simple, and WW-friendly dessert, you can never go wrong with chocolate-dipped strawberries.
Ingredients:
1 pound of fresh strawberries
4 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions:
Wash the strawberries and pat them dry.
Melt the chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, covering about half of the berry.
Place the dipped strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes.
Serve these sweet and juicy treats for a light and decadent dessert experience!
Conclusion
Weight Watchers dessert recipes offer a perfect balance of indulgence and health. With these recipes at your fingertips, you can satisfy your sweet tooth while still staying within your points budget. Remember, moderation is key and enjoying the occasional treat is part of a balanced lifestyle. Now go ahead and give these guilt-free desserts a try – your taste buds will thank you!
Remember to always verify the points for each recipe against your specific Weight Watchers plan, as they may vary based on the plan’s latest updates and individual allowances. Happy baking and enjoy your guilt-free treats!