Our team has a bunch of summer birthdays! We seem to be celebrating people all summer long. When it’s a special day, you need a great dessert. But it’s still essential to take care of your blood sugar concerns. We love recipes that are sweet, low in carbs and contain hidden veggies.
Zucchini is in season all summer long. With its mild taste, it’s easy to hide in so many dishes. But it contains a lot of moisture. You should read the directions carefully to know if you should press it to remove excess moisture for each recipe. When used correctly, it will help you make tasty, moist baked goods people will love that won’t derail your healthy plans but will let you celebrate in style!
If you are celebrating a brownie fan, these will be a hit! They are dense, gooey and moist. This recipe doesn’t require you to remove any liquid from the zucchini as the batter sits for five minutes, and the other ingredients need the liquid. You don’t have to worry about them being crumbly, dry or cake-like. These are a fudgy brownie lover’s dream! A serving has 76 calories, three grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and seven grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This cake is perfect for an adult get-together. Its dark chocolate ganache might be a bit too much for kids. But for adults, it’s heavenly! It’s not too dark for milk chocolate lovers, but it packs a chocolatey punch! It’s made with extra-virgin olive oil that gives it a dense, fudgy center. A serving has 185 calories, 3.5 grams of carbs, 2.5 grams of fiber and 17.8 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
Lemon and blueberry are the perfect combo for summer! We love this delicious cake! It uses protein powder to help the cake rise and help it avoid being stodgy. You also wring as much liquid as possible out of the zucchini. The cake has wonderful lemon cream cheese frosting that ties the whole dessert together. But, if you want fewer calories and less fat, you could top it with a simple whipped cream. A serving has 279 calories, 7.9 grams of carbs, 2.8 grams of fiber and 23.8 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
There is always that one person in a family or friend group who isn’t a fan of cakes, cookies or brownies. If that’s you or you’re baking for that person on their birthday, this crumble is the perfect option! Zucchini perfectly subs for apple or pear in this dish and makes it feel complete. Blackberries on their own wouldn’t be quite right! Even though it takes a long time to bake, this recipe is so easy anyone can make an impressive, tasty dessert! A serving has 326 calories, 15.7 grams of carbs, 7.5 grams of fiber and 27.6 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
With these recipes, you can celebrate a special occasion and still take care of your blood sugar. There is no need to miss out on the fun of the party, and you can use zucchini while they are in season!
