8 Christmas desserts that are diabetic-friendly
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8 Christmas desserts that are diabetic-friendly
It's almost Christmas time! And I'm sure most of us here at the SDC are busy planning our Christmas Day celebrations.
If you are looking for Christmas desserts that are diabetes-friendly, then you're in luck!
We have curated 8 Christmas dessert recipes that are diabetes-friendly and are good for those who are looking to cut down on sugar.
Source: diabetesnsw.com.au
1. Christmas Santa Strawberry Hats
This quick, easy-to-make dessert will definitely delight your taste buds! Using just 3 ingredients, this dessert features nutrient-packed strawberries, low-fat yoghurt, and coconut.
Source: bestrecipes.com.au
2. Diabetic Fruit Cake
Are you looking forward to indulging yourself in this classic Christmas dessert these coming holidays? This recipe is for you! The recipe calls for the substitution of refined sugar with chopped dates and white flour with wholemeal flour. Perfect for diabetics who love sweets!
Source: diabetesnsw.com.au
3. Veggie Christmas Trees
Bond with your grandkids (or anyone really) by making these fun and festive treats! These colourful snacks are not just pleasing to the eyes, they are also pleasing to your taste buds and stomach. This vegetarian snack is best enjoyed with your favourite dips such as hummus, white bean pate, baba ganoush or tzatziki.
Source: deliciousmagazine.co.uk
4. Christmas pudding (suitable for diabetics)
Another holiday classic, but this Christmas pudding has no sugar! This Christmas pudding gets its classic flavours from carrots, apples, cinnamon, and mixed spice (yum!)
Source: diabeticgourmet.com
5. Sugar-free Christmas Cookies
Bring colour and creativity to your Christmas celebrations by making these sugar-free Christmas cookies! Indulge yourself in this sweet treat without worrying about your blood sugar levels.
Source: gestationdiabetes.co.uk
6. Gingerbread cookies
This low-carb, sugar-free treat is the perfect Christmas treat! Put a healthy twist on the traditional gingerbread cookie by trying this recipe.
Source: diabetessa.com.au
7. Watermelon, Orange and Feta Salad
A refreshing treat for the coming holidays. The natural sweetness of watermelon and zesty taste of orange perfectly complements the creaminess of feta cheese. This salad is flavoursome in every bite! Oh and don’t forget the gorgeous colour-pop on the Christmas table.
Source: diabetesnsw.com.au
8. Christmas turkey salad
Enjoy this delicious protein-packed salad this Christmas!
Which of these recipes will you be trying? Tell us in the comments below!
You may also check out this article for more diabetes-friendly recipes.
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