5 Berry-licious Desserts for Your Health Categories: Children's Health, Diet/Nutrition, Men's Health, SJH - St. Joseph Health, Women's Health Jul 7, 2017 HealthCalling Team At this time of the year, a trip to the farmers market or grocery store isn't complete without buying a basket of berries. Whatever your favorite is--strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries or all of the above--you're assured of getting a bounty of vitamins, antioxidants, fiber and other good-for-you nutrients. Plus, berries taste delicious, which is why they make a perfect light and healthy dessert. In honor of National Berry Month in July, here are some dessert recipes that will refresh you on a hot summer day. 1. Strawberry Sorbet What's summer without a frozen berry treat? This dairy-free recipe uses coconut milk, plus bananas for extra creaminess and a little maple syrup for sweetness. Making your own frozen desserts helps you avoid the additives and artificial colors that can sometimes be found in commercially manufactured products. Source: beamingbaker.com 2. Very Berry Cobbler A slice of warm cobbler with a dollop of whipped cream is a divine way to enjoy berries. But the crust isn't always the healthiest, with recipes often calling for white flour, sugar and butter. This one includes swaps such as almond flour and the optional use of sweeteners such as honey. Another reason to make a cobbler--it tastes great with just about every kind of berry. Source: wellnessmama.com 3. Berry Lemonade Bars Strawberries and raspberries put a twist on the standard lemon bar in this dessert. Unlike many recipes that call for just topping lemon bars with berries, the pureed berries are the stars of the filling. Source: myrecipes.com 4. Blueberry-Blackberry Shortcakes The traditional summer dessert lightens up with made-from-scratch low-fat biscuits and low-calorie whipped topping. Fresh blueberries and blackberries offer a different flavor profile than the classic strawberries. Source: health.com 5. Frozen Yogurt Covered Berries Everyone's heard of chocolate-covered strawberries, and they're great (especially if you use dark chocolate). But for summer, make a cooler treat by dipping the berries in regular or Greek yogurt and freezing them. You can also try it with blueberries or raspberries. Source: chatelaine.com Previous Next Please enable JavaScript to view the <a href="http://disqus.com/?ref_noscript">comments powered by Disqus.</a> comments powered by Disqus People Are Reading The Doctor's Advice Most Often Ignored by Patients How Much Juice Should Your Child Drink? 5 Fizzy Summer Coolers How to Sidestep Lyme Disease No One Dies Alone What You Need to Know About Meningitis 5 Astonishing Protein Powerhouses Fast and Accurate Diagnosis Saves Maxine Maples' Life A Successful Life Changer: A Caregiver Transforms Her Health for Herself and Her Son
5 Berry-licious Desserts for Your Health Categories: Children's Health, Diet/Nutrition, Men's Health, SJH - St. Joseph Health, Women's Health Jul 7, 2017 HealthCalling Team At this time of the year, a trip to the farmers market or grocery store isn't complete without buying a basket of berries. Whatever your favorite is--strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries or all of the above--you're assured of getting a bounty of vitamins, antioxidants, fiber and other good-for-you nutrients. Plus, berries taste delicious, which is why they make a perfect light and healthy dessert. In honor of National Berry Month in July, here are some dessert recipes that will refresh you on a hot summer day. 1. Strawberry Sorbet What's summer without a frozen berry treat? This dairy-free recipe uses coconut milk, plus bananas for extra creaminess and a little maple syrup for sweetness. Making your own frozen desserts helps you avoid the additives and artificial colors that can sometimes be found in commercially manufactured products. Source: beamingbaker.com 2. Very Berry Cobbler A slice of warm cobbler with a dollop of whipped cream is a divine way to enjoy berries. But the crust isn't always the healthiest, with recipes often calling for white flour, sugar and butter. This one includes swaps such as almond flour and the optional use of sweeteners such as honey. Another reason to make a cobbler--it tastes great with just about every kind of berry. Source: wellnessmama.com 3. Berry Lemonade Bars Strawberries and raspberries put a twist on the standard lemon bar in this dessert. Unlike many recipes that call for just topping lemon bars with berries, the pureed berries are the stars of the filling. Source: myrecipes.com 4. Blueberry-Blackberry Shortcakes The traditional summer dessert lightens up with made-from-scratch low-fat biscuits and low-calorie whipped topping. Fresh blueberries and blackberries offer a different flavor profile than the classic strawberries. Source: health.com 5. Frozen Yogurt Covered Berries Everyone's heard of chocolate-covered strawberries, and they're great (especially if you use dark chocolate). But for summer, make a cooler treat by dipping the berries in regular or Greek yogurt and freezing them. You can also try it with blueberries or raspberries. Source: chatelaine.com Previous Next