Healthy dessert recipes

A sweet treat doesn't have to break the healthy bank. We've got lots of recipes for desserts that give you at least 1 of your 5 a day plus another nutritional benefit. Find sugar-free desserts, healthy homemade snacks, plus vegan and gluten-free dessert recipes to suit. You can shop the recipes easily, too.

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Salted chocolate tahini pots with sesame snaps

Gluten-free goodies
Created by chef and broadcaster Julie Lin, this recipe is simple and oh-so satisfying. Made with dark chocolate, double cream and tahini, it's ready in just 30 minutes, is gluten-free and contains almost 6g fibre for a sweet little healthy treat.

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Cardamom & pistachio double rice pudding

Perfect low-fat pud 
Cosy and comforting but without the high fat that can come with creamy puds, this recipe by food writer Emily Gussin makes a gorgeous treat on a cold day. The cardamom, rose water and pistachios add an earthy spiciness that balances the naturally sweet rice pudding.

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