Eat and Feed HomeChef Ritu Bhatnagar’s Guilt Free Desserts Recipe

In summer, one feels like eating sweets, but it is also important to avoid sugary desserts. That’s why homechef Ritu Bhatnagar shares 5 guilt-free summer dessert recipes.

Guilt Free Desserts for Weight Loss in Hindi: Chia Seed Custard

Material: Chia seeds 3 tbsp, almond milk 1 cup, vanilla extract ½ tsp, honey or maple syrup 1 tsp.
Method: Add chia seeds and almond milk in a bowl. Beat well. Mix well until the chia seeds are lump free. Add vanilla extract and honey and mix. Put the mixture in a small bowl or glass and keep it in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours. Sprinkle some fresh berries or coconut powder on top and serve chilled.

Watermelon and Mint Jelly

A super refreshing and fun treat for summer—Homemade Watermelon Jelly Cubes! Made with fresh watermelon juice and mint leaves, this cool jelly is a favorite summer delight of both kids and adults.

Material: Watermelon juice 2 cups, mint leaves 6-7, agar-agar powder 1 tsp, honey or sweetener 1 tsp.
Method: This is a high hydration, sugar free, light summer dessert. To make this, we will prepare watermelon juice. For this, blend the watermelon in a blender and extract the juice. Add watermelon juice and agar-agar in a pan. Heat gently and stir continuously. Add honey and mint, mix well. Pour the mixture into jelly molds or small cups. Keep in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Once set, take out of the mold and serve chilled.

Coconut and Blueberry Ice Bites

Frozen yogurt blueberry cubes dusted with desiccated coconut on a gray plate under a palm shadow.
Summer mini bites that will give you super cool visuals and amazing taste! Made with fresh yogurt, juicy blueberries and a sprinkle of desiccated coconut, these frozen cubes are the best, low-calorie, and healthy cure to your sweet cravings. Kids will love this guilt-free treat instead of ice cream.

Material: Blueberries ½ cup, coconut powder ½ cup, coconut milk 2 tbsp, honey 1 tsp.
Method: Add the blueberries, coconut milk, coconut milk and honey to a bowl. Mix well so that the blueberries are slightly crushed and the mixture becomes thick. Pour mixture into small silicone molds or ice trays. Keep in the freezer for at least 2 hours. Once set, take out of the mold and serve chilled. These are healthy bites, sugar free and full of fats.

Cucumber and Mint Cold Smoothie

A tall glass filled with an icy teal mint mojito, garnished with a lemon slice and a fresh mint sprig on a green and yellow background.
The ultimate summer drink to beat the scorching summer sun and heat—the cool and refreshing Mint Mojito! Made with the natural freshness of mint, tang of lemon and heaps of ice cubes, this vibrant teal mocktail will rehydrate and refresh you in no time. Whenever you want to make the day cool, include this drink in your summer menu.

Material: Cucumber 1 cup (chopped), mint leaves 10-12, lemon juice 1 tsp, stevia or sugar free sweetener 1 pinch, ice ½ cup
Method: This is a light, hydrating and sugar free recipe. To make this, wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut it into small pieces. Cucumber, mint, lemon juice,
Add sweetener and ice to blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes until smooth consistency. Adjust lemon or sweetener if needed. Pour into glasses and garnish with mint leaves.

Mango Yogurt Parfait

A layered glass of healthy mango parfait with yogurt, granola, and fresh mango puree, topped with juicy mango cubes and mint.
The ultimate summertime refreshment—Mango Yogurt Parfait! Made with fresh thick yogurt, crunchy granola, and juicy mango puree, this layered parfait is a very healthy and refreshing alternative to your morning breakfast or evening sweet cravings. Juicy mango pieces garnished on top add real fun to every bite.

Material: Fresh mango puree 1 cup, Greek yogurt 1 cup, oats or granola ½ cup, honey 1 tsp (optional).
Method: A light and healthy dessert made of mango and curd, gives coolness in summers. Cut mango into pieces and put them in a blender and make a smooth puree. Take a transparent glass so that the layers are clearly visible. For the first layer, add half a cup of Greek yogurt in the glass. In the second layer, add half cup mango puree on yogurt. Top with oats or granola for the third layer. Make layers by adding remaining yogurt and mango puree. Drizzle honey on top and garnish with some small mango pieces. Keep it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes and serve cold.

FAQ

According to Guilt Free Desserts for Weight Loss in Hindi, what is ‘agar-agar’ powder for making jelly?

Agar-Agar is also called China Grass. It is a 100% vegetarian gelatin substitute made from seaweed, which works as a set for jellies or puddings and is rich in fiber.

Can we use normal homemade yogurt instead of Greek yogurt in Mango Yogurt Parfait?

Yes, if you do not have Greek yogurt, you can use normal homemade curd, tie it in a muslin cloth and hang it for 2 hours (Hung Curd). When all the excess water is drained, you can use it for parfait.

Can we substitute regular cow milk for almond milk in chia seed custard?

Of course, you can use toned milk or low-fat cow’s milk. However, the addition of almond milk makes it completely vegan, low-calorie and lactose-free which is more beneficial for weight loss.

Can diabetics eat these guilt-free desserts?

White sugar is not used in these recipes. Watermelon and mango contain natural sugar, so diabetic patients can take ‘cucumber-mint smoothie’ or ‘chia custard’ (without honey, with stevia) in small quantities on doctor’s advice.

For how many days can Coconut and Blueberry Ice Bites be stored in the freezer?

You can prepare these healthy bites once and store them in an air-tight container in the freezer for 7 to 10 days and eat them whenever you have a sweet craving.

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