12 Healthy Desserts That Actually Taste Amazing

by Leah Itsines May 03, 2019

If you have a serious sweet tooth but are looking for some healthy alternatives than this is for you!

From 3 ingredient truffles and vegan brownies to oat cookies and protein brownies, I have 12 delicious and super easy dessert recipes that also surprisingly healthy.

Packed with super foods like raspberry, avocado, dark chocolate, oats and berries, these sweet ideas will leave your tastebuds and body happy. It's a win win!

1. Apricot and Oats Cookies

Who doesn't love a cookie or two? These Apricot and Oat Cookies are so sweet and delicious, and only take 30 minutes to make! They're the perfect healthy treat for when you need a 3pm pick me up! Plus, this is the perfect easy baking recipe for kids so it's a win win for everyone.

2. Avocado and Banana Ice Cream

If you've got an addiction to ice cream, this is for you! This recipe is super easy and sweet but secretly healthy - perfect for those late night cravings.

Avocado and Banana Ice Cream

3. Cherry Ripe Bliss Balls

These healthy Cherry Ripe Bliss Balls taste just like the real thing and will satisfy any sweet tooth. They're so easy to make and are the perfect 3pm work snack or meal prep dessert. I've used fresh cherries, coconut and coated the in chocolate, so you just know these protein balls are going to taste amazing!

Cherry Ripe Bliss Balls

4. Banana Bread

My banana bread is ADDICTIVE! So it's no surprise that it is one of my most popular recipes on my website. It's healthy, easy and so damn delicious, you'll be loving every bite.

For my vegan friends, I have even made a super tasty vegan version for you! Click here to check it out.

Banana Bread

5. 3 Ingredient Chocolate Truffles

This 3 ingredient chocolate recipe with banana & peanut butter is soooo tasty & delicious! It's the perfect quick & easy no bake dessert for when you're craving chocolate but still want something healthy. PLUS, it's vegan so everyone will love them!

4. Snickers Hot Cross Buns

Whether it's Easter or you just have a massive craving for Hot Cross Buns, this recipe is your new best friend! It's so easy, sweet and delicious but surprisingly healthy. Serve them up with some butter and you've got an amazing treat that the whole family will enjoy.

5. Choc Chip, Raspberry and Oat Cookies

Be prepared to not want to share these with anyone! These cookies are BEYOND delicious and they only take 7 ingredients to make! Quick, easy, healthy and a hint of chocolate - what more could you want?

6. Avocado Mousse

If you're looking for a decadent tasting, yet healthy, treat then look no further! It's so thick and delicious and filled with healthy snacks. Plus, you can whip it up in under 5 minutes! It doesn't get any better than that.

7. Reece's Peanut Butter Cups

These Raw Reece Peanut Butter Cups are 100% amazingly delicious. They look and taste decadent but are actually packed with goodness, and are the perfect 3pm work snack to satisfy those sweet tooth cravings. This recipe is also vegan and super easy to make so anyone can enjoy this tasty healthy treat.

Reece's Peanut Butter Cups

8. Blueberry and Yoghurt Iceblocks

Who needs one of these right now? I sure do! This is such a quick and easy recipe, and an amazing delicious way to enjoy a healthy dessert. They're perfect for by the pool or when the kids are craving a sweet treat.

Blueberry and yoghurt iceblock

9. 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles

These 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter and Chocolate Truffles are like little drops of heaven! They're basically dates filled with peanut butter and covered in dark chocolate and they are SO SUPER delicious - it's ridiculous!! Plus, this is a super quick and easy recipe for when you get those killer chocolate cravings. You'll be enjoying these raw healthy sweet treats in no time.

3 ingredient peanut butter truffles

10. Protein Brownie

This is SUCH a delicious protein brownie and can be enjoyed at ANY time of the day! It's the perfect 3pm or post workout snack. Plus, it can easily be made vegan for all my vegan friends! YAY! I love enjoying these with a bit of yoghurt and fresh berries. YUM!

11. Lamington Protein Balls

Uhhhh I LOVE protein balls! They're so delicious and incredible for meal prep! These are great because they have a little jam inside (little surprise for your 3o'clock pick me up!)

12. Mango Cheesecake

This no-bake raw dessert is sweet, fresh and super delicious! It's the perfect easy summer dessert that you can whip up in 30 minutes and keep ready to do in the freezer.

Mango Cheesecake

Try a recipe or this week and let me know how you enjoy via Instagram using the tags @leahitsines and #leahitsines. I absolutely love hearing from you and sharing your amazing creations!

Leah xx