If your child were responsible for your daily meals, you would only have desserts like cake, ice cream, and candy. But of course you won’t let that happen! Instead, when asking for a sweet treat, opt for healthier alternatives – they taste just as good, if not better. And the best part is that they are good for your health so you don’t have to worry!
Serve up one of these delicious healthy kid desserts and you’ll get even sweeter kisses from your little one!
Delicious avocado brownies
What you need:
- 1 large avocado
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder processed in the Netherlands
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Combine avocado, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is free of lumps. Pour into a large bowl and mix in the eggs. Add coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
Place batter in an 8″ x 8″ casserole dish greased with coconut oil and bake in a preheated oven (350°F) for 20-25 minutes. Leave to cool for at least 20 minutes. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Store brownies in an airtight container, shelf life is 2 days at room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.
Grilled honey and lime pineapple
What you need:
- 1 pineapple
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened grated coconut
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- coconut ice cream or sorbet
Cut the pineapple into 3/4 inch slabs. That makes about 8 pieces. You can choose to keep the skin or not based on your preferences. Mix the honey and lime juice in a bowl and brush the mixture onto the sides of each pineapple slice. Cook pineapple on greased grill over medium-high heat until grill marks appear, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from stove and transfer to serving platters. Sprinkle pineapple with grated coconut and garnish with a few scoops of coconut ice cream or sorbet. Serve immediately.
Make snacking or desserts for the whole family even more enjoyable by serving up unique and delicious healthy desserts! Forget store-bought cakes, ice cream, and other sweet treats that don’t provide kids with calories – serve these delicious, healthy desserts for kids full of nutrients and loving care!
Thanks to Angela Kidd
