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Lemon-Raspberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

A plain cheesecake is very easy to make and that’s why we’re presenting this recipe. The basic recipe has just 3 ingredients: cream cheese, sugar and eggs. So if lemon-raspberry doesn’t tickle you, try it plain or with other flavorings. No base is needed, although you can make one, and no special cake pan.

Calories: 75 Fat: 6g Carbs: 3g Fiber: <1g Protein: 2g

Servings: 12 Cook time: 35 mins (10…

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Lemon-Raspberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

Breaking the savory streak with this simple dessert. Calories: 75 Fat: 6g Carbs: 3g Fiber: <1g Protein: 2g Servings: 12 Cook time: 35 mins (10 mins on hand) This recipe originally calls for ¼ c of sugar which helps the structure to not collapse. If using a sweetener that does not convert 1:1 for sugar, understand that the middle of the cupcakes will be sunken in. The Almond Flour is an optional…

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Can’t really call this a recipe because Tone’s covered it all in their seasoning blend. Link in bio. . . . #CauseMamasGottaEat #GestEat #gestationaldiabetes #gestationaldiabetesdiet #thegestationaldiabetic #ontheblog #foodphotography #iphonephotography #prenatalnutrition #cleaneating #healthy #lowglycemic #lowcarbpregnancy #pescatarian (at Dallas, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp8EZMhhWiR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1hdu8xumqnufb

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Reese's Mousse - Yum!

Reese’s Mousse – Yum!

This is truly a dessert in terms of nutrition. It shouldn’t be consumed frequently due to the calories and fat; however, roughly 30% of the fat is “good fat” from the peanuts.

Tip – Save over 20% of the calories and fat by replacing the whipped cream with Reddi Whip! Sprinkle cocoa powder on top or melt bittersweet (70% cocoa) chocolate.

Calories: 420 Fat: 38g Carbohydrates: 11g Fiber: 3g Protein:…

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Let’s Talk Sweeteners!

We are overexposed to sugar, so the likelihood of cutting all sweets cold turkey is slim to none. Thankfully we have other options that deliver the sweet but require some recipe adjustments.

Molasses, maple syrup, date sugar, beet sugar and honey all affect blood sugar the same (with slight variation). These should be avoided if possible.

Raw honey (preferably from local beekeeper) and coconut sugar are better options since they have about half of the affect that sugar has.

Agave is a personal favorite. It has one fourth of the affect sugar does and two different tastes. The light syrup has a mild honey taste and the dark tastes similar to dark brown sugar. But since it’s a liquid, you can’t just substitute it for sugar. (Sugar provides stability and structure in baked goods.)

Then you have sweeteners that have ZERO affect like Stevia, Erythritol, etc. These have distinct tastes so they don’t work with all recipes in terms of hiding the fact that sugar isn’t being used. Also, Stevia is sweeter than sugar so you’d use less. Good brands are Truvia (in the tub) and Swerve. Most alternative sweeteners have conversion charts on their packaging.

This is not all inclusive. Which sweeteners have you been using?

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Lime Custard

Easy dessert that’s just right!

Calories: 209 Fat: 15g Carbohydrates: 14g Fiber: .1g Protein: 2g

Servings: 3 Time: 50 mins (15 mins on hand)

Ingredients: ½ c Heavy Cream 1 Egg 2½ Tbsp Golden Light Agave ⅛ t Salt ¼ t Vanilla Extract 1-2 Tbsp Lime Juice (depending on level of tartness desired)

Equipment: Oven Mixer Large Bowl Small Bowl Knife Ramekins 4-inches wide, 1-inch tall Roasting Pan Pitcher