dessert

These carrot cake oatmeal cookies are filled with numerous antioxidants and nutrients

An instant hit among our judging panel, these mini cakes won first place in our 2012 baking contest thanks to rich chocolate and hazelnut flavor, a creamy meringue topping and gluten-free ingredients!

These nutty and chocolaty frozen pops are another medium of summertime dessert

Graham cracker crust? Check! Luscious cheesecake topping? Check! Slightly tart lime essence? Check! We hit all the notes of this much-loved dessert.

This French dessert is made with puff pastry dough, tart berries, and natural sweetener

Savor this easy dessert of sweet-tart berries swirled into indulgent mascarpone cheese over a chestnut crust

This rich creamy cheesecake may only have five ingredients but is oozing with an abundance of flavors

A sweet and tart plum pastry with a walnut crust

A gluten-free and Paleo twist on a deliciously rich Indian dessert, these chilly bars are absolutely everything you could want in a dessert (or a snack!).

Healthy snacking just got easier – and more delicious – with these no-bake chocolate almond fig bars, lightly sweetened with honey.

Tahini is the star ingredient of these decadent gluten-free blondies with dark chocolate and sweet cherries.

You don’t need to miss out on the classic flavors of decadent nougat, caramel and peanuts. We’ve remade the iconic treat using only whole-food ingredients and without any dairy or refined sugar.

Blink and you'll miss blackcurrant season. Get the most out of it this year with this summery blackcurrant coulis recipe.

This creamy, tropical vegan mango sherbet is a frozen treat that'll have you going back for seconds... and thirds. For a boozy kick, add the optional splash of vodka or tequila.

This fresh and elegant nondairy cheesecake in a jar is luxuriously layered and on the table in less than 30 minutes. Genius time-saver alert: We use granola mixed with a few pantry staples to make a quick crust.

This holiday crackle is the perfect sweet and salty treat — without added sugar or traditional flour.

Liven up any gathering with this gingerbread roll that can be made in advance and refrigerated until guests arrive.

A combination of hazelnut and almond butters form the base of these gluten- and grain-free cookies. Loaded with chocolate chunks, they are uber decadent and a cinch to put together.

Pops of fresh ginger wake up your senses in this easy-breezy fruit classic.

The Fourth of July hit.

Make the most of your farmers’ market haul with this decadent 5-ingredient mousse that blends fresh strawberries with rich mascarpone cheese and whipping cream.

Nutty and fudgy, these rich muffins are moist and flavorful.

These hand-held blueberry treats are the perfect way to start your day.

Melissa Urban suggests preparing this gorgeous fruity crumble with nut and seed topping for a baby shower, but we think it will be well received after a dinner party as well.

Few can resist the call of pumpkin spice! These grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free whoopie pies with their cinnamon-cream centers are a hit with all ages.

This dreamy dessert uses the magic of cashews to replicate the taste and richness of cream cheese. You’ll end up with extra Date Caramel Sauce to serve on the side, or keep for another use (such as with pancakes the next day).

There's no fruit that screams holiday like cranberries. A classic clafoutis gets a holiday spin with cranberries and orange which lend just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.

Yes, this three-tier holiday showstopper is actually called a naked cake thanks to its sheer, stripped-down frosting. Your guests might blush at the name, but you’ll gain points for creating the most epic dessert at your holiday table.

Move over cupcakes, healthy donuts are the new sweet treat in town. You won’t believe how delicious and healthy these baked donuts are. Made with coconut flour and coconut sugar and iced with a creamy chocolate cashew frosting, these will be a crowd pleaser at kids’ birthday parties and dinner parties. You’ll definitely want to double or triple your batch!

No need for an ice-cream maker to create this luscious dessert. We do it all in the food processor with just a handful of ingredients that you likely already have on hand.

This zesty sorbet has only three ingredients but it is bursting with flavor.

Cranberry nut muffins make an easy snack or breakfast. They're the perfect combination of tartness from the cranberries with sweetness from the apples and honey.

Whether you like ’em rolled, folded or stacked high, go for these grain-free crepes that are made without any sweeteners.

The trick to this unbelievably rich chocolate cake is coffee-soaked dates, which magnify the chocolate flavors and leave you feeling happily indulged.

It's time for a new take on this ultimate comfort dessert. This recipe saves you 203 calories, 15 grams total fat and 7 grams sugars over a traditional apple pie. Top each piece with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a light and creamy à la mode.

Any morning is glorious when this loaf is ready and waiting. It’s grain-free and packed with good-for-you ingredients, but the coconut butter glaze almost takes this breakfast into dessert. Remember to use coconut butter, not coconut oil, for the glaze.

Meet your new favorite brownie: With cocoa powder, chunks of dark chocolate and toasted hazelnuts, these are uber decadent (and just happen to be gluten- and grain-free!).

We pair tart (rhubarb) with sweet (strawberry) and topped these muffins with a simple streusel topping for a perfect dessert treat.

Moist and sweet, these cranberry orange muffins are comforting and delicious.

These versatile Paleo crumble bars can work equally well for breakfast, a snack or even dessert. They’re quite crumbly, so we love serving them in a bowl with yogurt or ice cream. To add a spicy dimension, try using apple pie spice in place of the cinnamon.

Enjoy these simply as the choco-chip cookie dessert balls they are, or roll these chewy, nutty balls in your choice of topping – goji berries, cacao or coconut – so that every bite is uniquely delicious.

An edgier take on a classic crisp, our version uses ginger and five-spice powder for a little heat. Make it in advance and pack it to go, adding yogurt to each as it’s served.

These bars give you the chocolate you crave, along with adaptogenic nutrients that support your energy and mood on a cellular level.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this wholesome custard — this rich, velvety dessert is the perfect treat to bring to work or keep on hand as a midafternoon snack. You can easily double or triple the recipe to make a bigger batch.

A fun twist on a childhood favorite, these biscuits are so nutrient-dense, you can eat them anytime of day. Enjoy them as a midday snack or as a sweet take on a breakfast sandwich.

Creamy peanut butter and heart-healthy dark chocolate make this no-bake freezer fudge decadent for all the right reasons.

We created this beautiful layer cake to celebrate Clean Eating's 10th anniversary, but it is perfect for celebrating birthdays, baby showers or even Sunday dinner!  It's all clean, of course, made with whole-wheat flour and a raspberry chia filling.

Sink your teeth into these protein-packed, decadent, gooey, chocolatey treats.

Superfood sacha inchi, also called Inca peanuts, are high in protein and very rich in tryptophan, the amino acid that increases levels of serotonin.

Matcha is a brilliant green powder made from ground green tea leaves, which was originally served in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. In cooking, it pairs beautifully with creamy or bright accents.

We’ve given traditional brittle a makeover, sweetening it with only honey and coconut sugar and packing it to the brim with good-for-you nuts and seeds.

These portable parfaits have two fruity layers: a cherry and a banana layer, all topped with chopped plums and crunchy almonds for a filling breakfast. Get creative with chopped fruit and nuts of your choice for sprinkling between layers and on top.

Full-fat coconut milk is key to achieving the luscious creamy texture that’s often lacking in dairy-free puddings. For a pop of color, sprinkle with curls of lemon zest, mint or berries just before serving.

Sour cream adds richness and fluffy texture to these decadent cupcakes topped with a fudgy, date-sweetened espresso buttercream – you’d never know they were 100% whole wheat!

Fruity popsicles made with coconut milk are drizzled in dark chocolate and sprinkled with your choice of toppings for a customizable and cooling summer treat.

When you have a luscious recipe like this one, it’s easy to understand why mango is one the world’s most popular fruits. Use super-soft mangos, as the riper the fruit, the better the pudding.

Applesauce is rewarding to make at home for its better, fresher taste, and compared to store-bought, it’s entirely free of added sugars and preservatives. Strawberries give a tangy bite and pretty pink hue and take advantage of the extra-flavorful, first-of-the-season fruit.

These almond flour scones have the consistency of a muffin, but the shape of a scone. The quick peach jam adds a fruity flavor punch.

Stone fruits like peaches are great for grilling – they’re meaty enough to hold up to the heat and the sugars caramelize beautifully on the grates. Most dulce de leche recipes use dairy, but ours uses full-fat coconut milk instead.

Spirals of apple are drizzled with dark chocolate and sprinkled with an array of toppings - nuts, dried fruit, coconut and sea salt are our favorites. This dessert is best eaten right out of the freezer.

Did you know that raspberries are high in fiber? One cup is higher in fiber (at 8 grams) than the same serving of grains such as cooked whole-wheat spaghetti and brown rice!

Cacao is a superfood that provides a mood-boosting, energy-enhancing effect by triggering the release of the “love drug” neurotransmitter phenethylamine (PEA), which also helps improve focus.

Chia seeds are tiny powerhouses filled with omega-3s, fiber, protein and antioxidants. Thanks to the protein and fiber they contain, chia seeds can help keep you satiated throughout the day.

Ten minutes and five ingredients are all it takes to make these sweet, chewy clusters – no oven required!

Made with a combination of gluten-free flours including millet, almond and rice flour, this loaf is soft and zesty with a luxurious glaze over top – you’ll never even miss the wheat.

Chia seeds are the secret ingredient that helps this jam plump up in your fridge – you simply stir them into cooked and mashed berries and let them work their magic.

Why reach for a processed energy bar when you can make your own all-natural, low-sugar bar in 30 minutes?

A classic combination, sweet-tart blueberries pair perfectly with earthy cornmeal in these dessert muffins with a buttery oat topping. We combine cornmeal with whole-wheat pastry flour in this recipe, but you can easily make it gluten-free: Swap out the pastry flour in the muffin for a gluten-free flour blend, and use 1½ tbsp each gluten-free oat flour and gluten-free flour blend to replace the pastry flour in the topping.

High-protein teff creates a rich porridge that can be combined with fruits of all varieties. Lightly spiced, this sweet and creamy breakfast is an ultra-satisfying way to start the day.

This Latin American street food is traditionally deep-fried, but we prefer these lighter baked versions – plus your friends and family will never guess they’re whole grain! Be sure to serve the churros immediately to prevent them from getting soggy.

We trade gluten-free hazelnut flour for whole wheat for this grab-and-go breakfast or snack, bursting with beautiful red raspberries.

There’s nothing fussy about this double-decker carrot cake. Rather than slicing each cake in half to make four layers, you simply stack the cakes on top of each other – with a thick layer of frosting in between – to make a rustic dessert that no one will believe is 100% grain-free. Top with chopped toasted walnuts or spiralized carrots for an impressive finishing touch.

This light and fluffy cake has a creamy caramel sauce that soaks into it for extra sweetness and stickiness.