5 Low-Calorie Summer Desserts to Savor the Season

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in refreshing desserts that are light on calories but full of flavor. Whether you’re looking to maintain a healthy diet or just want to enjoy a guilt-free treat, these low-calorie summer desserts are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Here are five delicious recipes to try this season.

Berry Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

• 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
• 1/4 cup granola
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with honey or agave syrup.
2. In a tall glass or parfait dish, layer half of the yogurt mixture.
3. Add a layer of mixed berries.
4. Add another layer of the yogurt mixture.
5. Top with granola and remaining berries.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

Frozen Banana Bites

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1/4 cup crushed nuts or coconut flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Slice the bananas into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the banana slices on it.
3. Freeze the banana slices for at least 1 hour.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
5. Dip the frozen banana slices into the melted chocolate, then place them back on the parchment paper.
6. Sprinkle with crushed nuts or coconut flakes if desired.
7. Freeze for another 30 minutes until the chocolate is set.
8. Enjoy directly from the freezer.

Watermelon Popsicles

Ingredients:

• 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes, lime juice, and honey or agave syrup.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
4. Insert sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely frozen.
5. To release the popsicles, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds.
6. Serve immediately.

Peach and Raspberry Sorbet

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe peaches, peeled and pitted
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Cut the peaches into chunks.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the peach chunks, raspberries, water, honey or agave syrup, and lemon juice.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for 1 hour.
5. Stir the partially frozen mixture with a fork to break up ice crystals.
6. Continue freezing, stirring every 30 minutes, until the sorbet is fully frozen and has a smooth texture.
7. Serve in bowls or cones.

Mango Coconut Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• 1 cup light coconut milk
• 1/2 cup mango puree (about 1 ripe mango, blended)
• 3 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• Fresh mango slices for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, mango puree, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup.
2. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then whisk again to prevent clumping.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until the chia seeds have expanded and the mixture has thickened to a pudding-like consistency.
4. Stir well before serving.
5. Top with fresh mango slices if desired.
6. Serve chilled.

These low-calorie summer desserts are not only easy to make but also packed with the natural sweetness of fresh fruits and the creamy goodness of yogurt and coconut milk. Enjoy these refreshing treats, and stay cool this summer!

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