3 Healthy and Delicious No-Added-Sugar Desserts!

That moment when you're craving something sweet always comes, maybe after lunch or during an afternoon break. But if you want to cut back on added sugars, that doesn't mean you have to give up dessert! There are plenty of ways to bring tempting desserts to the table that can satisfy your craving for something good. We've chosen 3 recipes to try when you're looking for an alternative to traditional sweets, without giving up the pleasure of a taste.

The mini no-added-sugar loaf cakes are proof that you don't need to add sugar to make a soft, fragrant sweet treat! Dates bring sweetness to the batter, along with apples and raisins, while orange zest and juice add a pleasant citrus note. The special touch? Apple slices on top and a brushing of reduced orange juice that makes them even more tempting. Try them for breakfast or as a wholesome snack whenever you're craving something good!

No-added-sugar granola packs plenty of crunch and makes breakfast even more inviting! Oats, nuts, seeds, and coconut come together with the natural sweetness of dates and maple syrup, while peanut butter adds a rich, cozy note. And to make it even more special, there are dark chocolate chips, too! Try it in yogurt with fresh fruit or in milk: a homemade recipe with no added sugar to keep ready for an afternoon break, too.

No-added-sugar chocolate salami is a variation on the classic no-bake dessert that wins you over with its intense dark chocolate flavor and the crunch of dry cookies and toasted hazelnuts. What makes it special is the addition of Greek yogurt, which binds the ingredients without any need for butter. The result is a compact dessert, ready to be sliced, with all the pleasure of chocolate and no added sugar in the mixture. A final dusting of powdered sugar gives it its traditional look, but you can easily leave it out!