DENVER — Are you craving desserts? Here are three fruit desserts perfect for the summer.
Coconut ice cream
It is simple and easy. Start with a can or two of full fat coconut milk, blend with a banana, add a splash of agave nectar or maple sugar and freeze.
Peach Galette
Make a pastry dough or use store bought pie crust.
Combine 3 cups of sliced peaches, 1/3 cup of sugar, a tablespoon of cornstarch, a pinch of salt, and ½ tablespoon of lemon juice. Place in the center of the pie crust, fold the edges in and brush with a beaten egg or milk and sprinkle sugar on the edges. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 400 degrees.
Grape ice
It’s just two ingredients: fresh grapes and a spoon of sugar, if you like.
Purée 3 cups of grapes in a food processor or blender and freeze into muffin cups or inside a pan. Once frozen make it into a slush. Serve with fresh mint or lemon zest.
If you’re watching carbohydrate or sugar intake:
- Choose to eat less carbs in your meal
- Use sugar-free alternatives when preparing desserts
- Or add less sugar
So, what’s your favorite dessert for the summer? Find Malena Perdomo and her healthy eating ideas on her blog or social media on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
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