If you ever wondered if you can still have Desserts while diabetic, the answer is yes. Of course, it should be added that, as with most things in life, it should be in moderation, as well as with ingredients that won't cause a spike in your blood sugar.
Here are six diabetic-friendly recipes to help you through the day, including a Lemon Icebox Cake and a Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake. Enjoy!
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
BLUEBERRY CRUMB CAKE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 9 to 12 Servings
Source: 1,001 Delicious Desserts For People with Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Delicious Desserts For People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/blueberry-crumb-cake.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons margarine
1 egg
5-1/2 teaspoons "Equal for Recipes" or 18 packets Equal sweetener
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup reduced-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Blueberry Crumb Topping (recipe follows)
Blueberry Crumb Topping Ingredients
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3-1/2 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 12 packets Equal sweetener
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon maple extract
4 tablespoons cold margarine, cut into pieces
1 cup fresh, or frozen, blueberries
Directions
Beat margarine, egg, and Equal for Recipes in medium bowl until smooth. Mix in combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon alternately with combined buttermilk and vanilla, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
Pour batter into greased and floured 8-inch square cake pan; sprinkle Blueberry Crumb Topping evenly over batter.
Bake at 350 degrees F. until toothpick inserted in cakes comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm.
Blueberry Crumb Topping Directions: Combine flour, Equal for Recipes, and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle with maple extract. Cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add blueberries and toss.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 196; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 358 mg; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 2-1/2 Fat
CHOCOLATE FILLED CAKE ROLL
Servings: 12 one-inch slices
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/23.shtml
Ingredients
Cake:
5 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 packets of Sweet'n Low
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
Filling:
2 cups skim milk
1 package sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
Topping:
2 teaspoons sugar-free cocoa mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Grease and line the bottom of a 10x15" jelly roll pan with waxed paper.
Beat eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
Sprinkle sugar, Sweet'n Low and vanilla over eggs; continue beating for 2 minutes.
Sift flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together.
Sprinkle half the mixture over batter; fold in with spatula.
Repeat with remaining flour mixture.
Spread batter evenly in pan.
Bake on center rack in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
Arrange a towel on work surface and cover with wax or parchment paper.
Loosen edges of cake; unmold on paper.
Roll cake jelly roll style, using towel as a guide.
Leave cake rolled until it cools into jelly roll shape.
To make filling, blend milk with pudding mix according to package directions. Refrigerate pudding until it thickens.
Unroll cake, spread evenly with pudding, and reroll.
Lightly sprinkle sugar-free cocoa over the top to decorate.
Cut into 1" slices and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 197 mg; Cholesterol: 92
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
LEMON ICEBOX CAKE
This yummy dessert is from Melissa Gray-Streett at Eating Well, and begins, "This no-bake lemon icebox cake is a bright, creamy dessert that comes together with just a handful of ingredients. Layers of graham crackers soften into a cake-like texture as they chill, while a light lemon pudding and whipped cream filling adds refreshing citrus flavor."
Prepare it hours in advance or the night before for stress-free serving.
This simple dessert sets in the refrigerator, making it ideal for warmer days.
Lemon pudding and whipped cream create a fluffy, citrusy filling that’s not too heavy.
Active Time: 25 minutes; Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes; Servings: 12
To view this online, go to https://www.eatingwell.com/lemon-icebox-cake-11965118.
Ingredients
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant lemon pudding & pie mix
1-1/2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, plus more for garnish
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 graham cracker sheets, divided
Directions
Whisk pudding mix, 1-1/2 cups milk and 2 teaspoons lemon zest in a large bowl until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
In another large bowl, whisk 2 cups cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla until stiff peaks form, 4 to 5 minutes. Fold 2 cups of the whipped cream into the pudding mixture until just combined. Cover and refrigerate the remaining whipped cream until ready to serve.
Line the bottom and long sides of a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Spread 1/2 cup pudding mixture in an even layer in the bottom of the prepared pan. Arrange 3-1/2 graham cracker sheets in an even layer over the pudding mixture, breaking as needed to fit. Spread 1 cup pudding mixture evenly over the crackers. Repeat the layers 2 more times, using 3-1/2 graham cracker sheets and 1 cup pudding mixture per layer, ending with graham crackers and the remaining pudding mixture (about 1/2 cup). Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the pudding is set and the crackers have softened, at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.
Loosen the edges with a small offset spatula, if needed. Invert the cake onto a platter; remove and discard the parchment. Whisk the reserved whipped cream to return to stiff peaks, if needed. Dollop on top, spread over the top and sides, or serve on the side. Garnish with additional lemon zest, if desired.
To make ahead
Refrigerate, tightly covered, for up to 12 hours.
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Yield: Makes about 4 dozen cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
Source: Splenda
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1083.shtml
Ingredients
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1/3 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups (12-ounce package) Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
Directions
Preheat oven to 375F.
Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, sugar blend, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 110; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Cholesterol: 15 mg; Carbohydrates: 13 g
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Thursday Recipes
Here are today's six diabetic-friendly recipes to help you through the day, including Pumpkin Cheesescake and Irish Beef Pot Pie. Enjoy!
BLACK BEAN FAJITA SKILLET
This is from Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN at Eating Well, and begins, "You can often find presliced and ready-to-cook fresh vegetables in your grocer's produce section. Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep. Here, presliced fajita vegetables are sautéed with canned black beans and Southwest seasoning for a quick and easy Tex Mex-inspired meal. Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil. You can easily take your bowl up a notch by adding some cheese, sour cream or another tasty topping."
Active Time: 10 minutes; Total Time: 15 minutes; Servings: 2
To view this online, go to https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/7886570/black-bean-fajita-skillet/.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (12-ounce) package sliced fajita vegetables (bell peppers and onions)
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt-free Southwest-style seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup coarsely shredded Cheddar cheese (1 ounce; optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fajita vegetables and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in black beans, seasoning and salt; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute.
Divide the vegetables and beans between two bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons cheese, if using.
GROUND BEEF AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET
This is from Andrea Mathis, M.A., RDN, LD at Eating Well, and begins, "This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a fast, hearty meal made with just five simple ingredients (not counting oil, salt and pepper) for a flavorful one-pan dinner. The sweet potatoes cook until tender, soaking up the savory flavors from the beef and veggies. With no complicated prep or cleanup, it’s a satisfying and stress-free option for any night of the week."
Active Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 30 minutes; Servings: 4
To view this online, go to https://www.eatingwell.com/ground-beef-sweet-potato-skillet-11706161.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed and diced (4 cups)
2 medium green bell peppers, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add ground beef; cook, stirring occasionally and breaking it apart, until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir in diced sweet potatoes, chopped bell pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Information: Serving Size: 1-1/2 cups; Calories: 263, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 70mg, Carbohydrates: 18g, Total Sugars: 5g, Added Sugars: 0g, Protein: 26g, Fiber: 3g, Sodium: 259mg, Potassium: 744mg
IRISH BEEF POT PIE
This is from Diabetic Gourmet, and begins, "Tender Flat Iron Steaks are quickly cooked in a hot skillet before adding mushrooms, carrots and peas – and it’s tossed in a savory gravy. The Irish beef pot pie is topped off with flaky pastry dough for a truly satisfying meal. Flat iron steak is also called butlers’ steak or oyster blade steak."
Yield: 6 servings
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/irish-beef-pot-pie.
Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds beef Flat Iron Steaks
1 package (8 ounces) cremini mushrooms, sliced
1-1/2 cups frozen crinkle-cut carrots
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, divided
1 teaspoon minced garlic, divided
Salt and Pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (14 to 14-1/4 ounces) ready-to-serve beef broth
1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of a 15-ounce package)
Directions
Heat oven to 425F.
Cut beef steak lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot.
Add mushrooms; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add carrots, peas, 1 teaspoon thyme and 1/2 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until carrots and peas are defrosted. Remove from skillet; set aside.
In same skillet, add 1/2 of beef; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside. Repeat with remaining beef.
Dissolve cornstarch into beef broth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir about 1 minute or until sauce is slightly thickened and any browned bits on bottom of skillet are dissolved. Return vegetables and beef to pan; stir to combine.
Place beef mixture in 2-inch deep, 9-inch pie plate or similar sized round baking dish. Unfold pie crust on flat surface, pressing out fold lines with fingers.
Place crust over beef mixture allowing edges to drape over pie plate. Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon thyme and 1/2 teaspoon garlic evenly onto top of crust. Place pie plate on 15-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 1-inch jelly-roll pan.
Bake in 425F oven 16 to 18 minutes or until crust is golden.
Remove from oven to wire rack; let cool 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 402; Fat: 18 grams; Sodium: 490 milligrams; Cholesterol: 58 milligrams; Protein: 27 grams; Carbohydrates: 31 grams
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
CORN BREAD APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/545.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Egg substitute equivalent to 1 egg or 1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray eight muffin cups with vegetable oil spray.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
Beat remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
Make a well in cornmeal mixture. Pour milk mixture into well, stirring just until moistened. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in center of muffins comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 86; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 189 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
BLACK BEAN FAJITA SKILLET
This is from Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN at Eating Well, and begins, "You can often find presliced and ready-to-cook fresh vegetables in your grocer's produce section. Use these to your advantage to cut down on dinnertime prep. Here, presliced fajita vegetables are sautéed with canned black beans and Southwest seasoning for a quick and easy Tex Mex-inspired meal. Plus, this recipe requires just three ingredients, not including basics like salt, pepper and oil. You can easily take your bowl up a notch by adding some cheese, sour cream or another tasty topping."
Active Time: 10 minutes; Total Time: 15 minutes; Servings: 2
To view this online, go to https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/7886570/black-bean-fajita-skillet/.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (12-ounce) package sliced fajita vegetables (bell peppers and onions)
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt-free Southwest-style seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup coarsely shredded Cheddar cheese (1 ounce; optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fajita vegetables and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in black beans, seasoning and salt; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute.
Divide the vegetables and beans between two bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons cheese, if using.
GROUND BEEF AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET
This is from Andrea Mathis, M.A., RDN, LD at Eating Well, and begins, "This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a fast, hearty meal made with just five simple ingredients (not counting oil, salt and pepper) for a flavorful one-pan dinner. The sweet potatoes cook until tender, soaking up the savory flavors from the beef and veggies. With no complicated prep or cleanup, it’s a satisfying and stress-free option for any night of the week."
Active Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 30 minutes; Servings: 4
To view this online, go to https://www.eatingwell.com/ground-beef-sweet-potato-skillet-11706161.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed and diced (4 cups)
2 medium green bell peppers, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add ground beef; cook, stirring occasionally and breaking it apart, until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir in diced sweet potatoes, chopped bell pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Information: Serving Size: 1-1/2 cups; Calories: 263, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 70mg, Carbohydrates: 18g, Total Sugars: 5g, Added Sugars: 0g, Protein: 26g, Fiber: 3g, Sodium: 259mg, Potassium: 744mg
IRISH BEEF POT PIE
This is from Diabetic Gourmet, and begins, "Tender Flat Iron Steaks are quickly cooked in a hot skillet before adding mushrooms, carrots and peas – and it’s tossed in a savory gravy. The Irish beef pot pie is topped off with flaky pastry dough for a truly satisfying meal. Flat iron steak is also called butlers’ steak or oyster blade steak."
Yield: 6 servings
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/irish-beef-pot-pie.
Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds beef Flat Iron Steaks
1 package (8 ounces) cremini mushrooms, sliced
1-1/2 cups frozen crinkle-cut carrots
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, divided
1 teaspoon minced garlic, divided
Salt and Pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (14 to 14-1/4 ounces) ready-to-serve beef broth
1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of a 15-ounce package)
Directions
Heat oven to 425F.
Cut beef steak lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot.
Add mushrooms; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add carrots, peas, 1 teaspoon thyme and 1/2 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until carrots and peas are defrosted. Remove from skillet; set aside.
In same skillet, add 1/2 of beef; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside. Repeat with remaining beef.
Dissolve cornstarch into beef broth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir about 1 minute or until sauce is slightly thickened and any browned bits on bottom of skillet are dissolved. Return vegetables and beef to pan; stir to combine.
Place beef mixture in 2-inch deep, 9-inch pie plate or similar sized round baking dish. Unfold pie crust on flat surface, pressing out fold lines with fingers.
Place crust over beef mixture allowing edges to drape over pie plate. Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon thyme and 1/2 teaspoon garlic evenly onto top of crust. Place pie plate on 15-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 1-inch jelly-roll pan.
Bake in 425F oven 16 to 18 minutes or until crust is golden.
Remove from oven to wire rack; let cool 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 402; Fat: 18 grams; Sodium: 490 milligrams; Cholesterol: 58 milligrams; Protein: 27 grams; Carbohydrates: 31 grams
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
CORN BREAD APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/545.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Egg substitute equivalent to 1 egg or 1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray eight muffin cups with vegetable oil spray.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
Beat remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
Make a well in cornmeal mixture. Pour milk mixture into well, stirring just until moistened. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in center of muffins comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 86; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 189 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Desserts
If you're like me, hearing that you or a family member has diabetes changed many things, including how you look at food. One of the things I figured was that Desserts were no longer an option.
However, it is possible to have dessert, as these recipes prove. (Just make sure to have them in moderation.) Check out the Decadent Peanut Butter Pudding Pie, the Heavenly Chocolate Cake, and the rest of today's yumminess. Enjoy!
CRUSTLESS SWEET POTATO PIE
This yumminess comes from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "There's no reason to feel left out during the holidays! Our homemade sweet potato pie recipe makes a great addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Best part? We use real sweet potatoes to make our Crustless Sweet Potato Pie, so you can enjoy a truly authentic taste!"
Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes; Serves: 10; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Crustless-Sweet-Potato-Pie.
Ingredients
2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium)
1/2 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon sugar-free maple syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon light margarine, softened
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake 50 to 60 minutes, or until tender. Let cool 10 minutes, then scoop out pulp and place in a large bowl.
Add remaining ingredients to bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Pour mixture into pie plate. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
Bake 45 to 50 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Give this pie an extra-special touch by adding a dollop of sugar-free whipped topping!
CRUSTLESS PUMPKIN PIE
This yumminess comes from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a healthier way to enjoy the magical flavor of pumpkin this season, look no further because with this pumpkin pie recipe there's no crust to worry about! Put this one in your "easy Thanksgiving recipes" folder, because all you've gotta do to achieve a creamy delcious Crustless Pumpkin Pie is mix and bake! You don't' have to wait for Thankgiving when you can enjoy this easy pie recipe anytime of the year!"
Cook Time: 1 hour; Chill Time: 2 hours; Serves: 8; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Crustless-Pumpkin-Pie-105030.
Ingredients
1 (15-ounce) can 100% pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 (12-ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
1 tablespoon light butter, softened
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup reduced-fat biscuit baking mix
2-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray.
Blend all ingredients together in a blender on high speed for 1 minute, or place all ingredients in a large bowl and beat 2 minutes with a hand beater. Pour mixture into pie plate.
Bake 1 hour, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Let cool then cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
If you want to fancy up this pie a bit, top with dollops of light whipped cream and a cinnamon stick.
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a diabetic chocolate cake recipe for your recipe box, then you've got to try this Heavenly Chocolate Cake. You're going to love the tasty combination of chocolate cake with a surprising creamy layer at the bottom. It's made with healthier ingredients, and has under 10g of sugar per serving. After one taste, we can pretty much guarantee you're going to want to make this recipe a permanent part of your collection."
Cook Time: 50 minutes; Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 20; Serving Size: 1 (1-1/2 X 2-inch) slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Heavenly-Chocolate-Cake.
Ingredients
2 pounds fat-free ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16-ounce) package sugar-free chocolate cake mix
1 (1.4-ounce) package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup fat-free milk
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, beat ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside. In another large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour cake batter evenly into baking dish. Slowly pour cheese mixture evenly over cake batter.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold whipped topping into pudding until well combined. Spread mixture on top of cake.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until ready to serve.
Do You Believe in Magic?
This Heavenly Chocolate Cake actually does a bit of magic while it's baking in the oven. Your layers will actually reverse from the order that you put them into your baking dish. How cool is that?!
DECADENT PEANUT BUTTER PUDDING PIE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "You don't have to ignore your sweet tooth when it's telling you to eat something rich and creamy. Our Decadent Peanut Butter Pudding Pie uses lighter ingredients, but has so much flavor you'd never even know!"
Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 10; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Decadent-Peanut-Butter-Pudding-Pie.
Ingredients
1-1/2 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 (4-serving) package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1/3 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cup frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed and divided
1 (1.5-ounce) package peanut butter cups, chopped
1 (9-inch) reduced-fat graham cracker pie crust
Directions
In a large bowl, using a wire whisk, combine milk and pudding until thickened. Whisk in peanut butter, vanilla, and 1 cup whipped topping. Stir in peanut butter cups.
Pour mixture into pie crust then spread remaining 1/2 cup whipped topping over pie. Cover and chill at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Instead of using store-bought graham cracker crust, you can make your own diabetes-friendly Graham Cracker Crust!
However, it is possible to have dessert, as these recipes prove. (Just make sure to have them in moderation.) Check out the Decadent Peanut Butter Pudding Pie, the Heavenly Chocolate Cake, and the rest of today's yumminess. Enjoy!
CRUSTLESS SWEET POTATO PIE
This yumminess comes from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "There's no reason to feel left out during the holidays! Our homemade sweet potato pie recipe makes a great addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Best part? We use real sweet potatoes to make our Crustless Sweet Potato Pie, so you can enjoy a truly authentic taste!"
Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes; Serves: 10; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Crustless-Sweet-Potato-Pie.
Ingredients
2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium)
1/2 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon sugar-free maple syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon light margarine, softened
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake 50 to 60 minutes, or until tender. Let cool 10 minutes, then scoop out pulp and place in a large bowl.
Add remaining ingredients to bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Pour mixture into pie plate. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
Bake 45 to 50 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Give this pie an extra-special touch by adding a dollop of sugar-free whipped topping!
CRUSTLESS PUMPKIN PIE
This yumminess comes from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a healthier way to enjoy the magical flavor of pumpkin this season, look no further because with this pumpkin pie recipe there's no crust to worry about! Put this one in your "easy Thanksgiving recipes" folder, because all you've gotta do to achieve a creamy delcious Crustless Pumpkin Pie is mix and bake! You don't' have to wait for Thankgiving when you can enjoy this easy pie recipe anytime of the year!"
Cook Time: 1 hour; Chill Time: 2 hours; Serves: 8; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Crustless-Pumpkin-Pie-105030.
Ingredients
1 (15-ounce) can 100% pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 (12-ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
1 tablespoon light butter, softened
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup reduced-fat biscuit baking mix
2-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray.
Blend all ingredients together in a blender on high speed for 1 minute, or place all ingredients in a large bowl and beat 2 minutes with a hand beater. Pour mixture into pie plate.
Bake 1 hour, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Let cool then cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
If you want to fancy up this pie a bit, top with dollops of light whipped cream and a cinnamon stick.
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a diabetic chocolate cake recipe for your recipe box, then you've got to try this Heavenly Chocolate Cake. You're going to love the tasty combination of chocolate cake with a surprising creamy layer at the bottom. It's made with healthier ingredients, and has under 10g of sugar per serving. After one taste, we can pretty much guarantee you're going to want to make this recipe a permanent part of your collection."
Cook Time: 50 minutes; Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 20; Serving Size: 1 (1-1/2 X 2-inch) slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Heavenly-Chocolate-Cake.
Ingredients
2 pounds fat-free ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16-ounce) package sugar-free chocolate cake mix
1 (1.4-ounce) package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup fat-free milk
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, beat ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside. In another large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour cake batter evenly into baking dish. Slowly pour cheese mixture evenly over cake batter.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold whipped topping into pudding until well combined. Spread mixture on top of cake.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until ready to serve.
Do You Believe in Magic?
This Heavenly Chocolate Cake actually does a bit of magic while it's baking in the oven. Your layers will actually reverse from the order that you put them into your baking dish. How cool is that?!
DECADENT PEANUT BUTTER PUDDING PIE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "You don't have to ignore your sweet tooth when it's telling you to eat something rich and creamy. Our Decadent Peanut Butter Pudding Pie uses lighter ingredients, but has so much flavor you'd never even know!"
Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 10; Serving Size: 1 slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Pie/Decadent-Peanut-Butter-Pudding-Pie.
Ingredients
1-1/2 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 (4-serving) package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1/3 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cup frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed and divided
1 (1.5-ounce) package peanut butter cups, chopped
1 (9-inch) reduced-fat graham cracker pie crust
Directions
In a large bowl, using a wire whisk, combine milk and pudding until thickened. Whisk in peanut butter, vanilla, and 1 cup whipped topping. Stir in peanut butter cups.
Pour mixture into pie crust then spread remaining 1/2 cup whipped topping over pie. Cover and chill at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Instead of using store-bought graham cracker crust, you can make your own diabetes-friendly Graham Cracker Crust!
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Desserts
There was a time when I thought Desserts were something one couldn't have after a diabetes diagnosis. Was I ever wrong! These dessert recipes are diabetic-friendly. Of course, we're talking moderation here, but that's cool. Check out the Heavenly Chocolate Cake, the Spiced Apple Pudding, and the rest of today's yumminess. Enjoy!
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
ORANGE DREAM ANGEL CAKE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "This cake is so light and so refreshing you'll think you've stepped into a dream. Truth is, our Orange Dream Angel Cake reminds us of those orange and cream pops we dream about in the summertime. You and your gang are going to love this no-bake dessert!"
Chill Time: 2 hours; Serves: 15; Serving Size: 1 (2-1/2 x 3-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Orange-Dream-Angel-Cake.
Ingredients
1 (10-inch) prepared angel food cake, cut into 15 slices
1 (.3-ounce) package sugar-free orange gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 (1-ounce) package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 orange, cut into slices for garnish
Directions
In a 9- x 13-inch baking dish, arrange cake slices.
In a medium bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water and stir in cold water. Slowly pour over cake, then refrigerate 1 hour.
In a large bowl, whisk vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened. Stir in orange zest and whipped topping. Evenly spread over cake.
Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until ready to serve. Garnish with orange slices.
CHOCOLATE CHIP FUDGIE CUPS
This is from Diabetic Gourmet, and begins, "This cookie has something for everyone. The crust is chocolate chip cookie dough; the filling is a rich brownie. They are a little more involved to make, but well worth the effort."
Recipe Yield: Yield: makes 2 dozen
Source: Equal
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Equal.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-chip-fudgie-cups.
Ingredients
Chocolate Chip Dough:
1/3 cup stick butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful*
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Fudge Nut Filling:
1 cup Equal Spoonful**
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1/3 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
* May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Chocolate Chip Dough, beat 1/3 cup butter with electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Mix in 1/3 cup Equal* and brown sugar until combined. Combine 1 cup flour, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix into butter mixture.
Stir in chocolate chips. Form dough into circle about 1/2-inch thick. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze while preparing Fudge Nut Filling.
For Fudge Nut Filling, combine 1 cup Equal**, 3/4 cup flour, cocoa, nuts, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat applesauce, 6 tablespoons butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in combined flour mixture until well blended.
Remove Chocolate Chip Dough from freezer. Spread approximately 1 rounded tablespoonful of dough in each of 24 mini-muffin pans. Fill each with Fudge Nut Filling to top of cup.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 15 to 18 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in muffin pans about 5 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 106 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
SPICED APPLE PUDDING
Recipe Yield: Servings: 4 (1/2 cup)
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/spiced-apple-pudding.
Ingredients
2 cups Unsweetened apple juice
1/3 cup Granulated sugar substitute
1/3 cup Cornstarch
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 Egg
Directions
In a heavy saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple juice and cornstarch; mix well. Add remaining juice. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a bowl, beat egg with a fork. Add 1/2 cup of hot mixture to beaten egg. Stir until smooth. Return immediately to hot mixture, stirring constantly. (The hot mixture will cook the egg.)
Stir in sweetener and cinnamon. Pour into 4 dessert dishes, cover with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming. Cool to room temperature or chill in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 117; Fat: 1 g; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch; 1 fruit
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a diabetic chocolate cake recipe for your recipe box, then you've got to try this Heavenly Chocolate Cake. You're going to love the tasty combination of chocolate cake with a surprising creamy layer at the bottom. It's made with healthier ingredients, and has under 10g of sugar per serving. After one taste, we can pretty much guarantee you're going to want to make this recipe a permanent part of your collection."
Cook Time: 50 minutes; Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 20; Serving Size: 1 (1-1/2 X 2-inch) slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Heavenly-Chocolate-Cake.
Ingredients
2 pounds fat-free ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16-ounce) package sugar-free chocolate cake mix
1 (1.4-ounce) package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup fat-free milk
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, beat ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside. In another large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour cake batter evenly into baking dish. Slowly pour cheese mixture evenly over cake batter.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold whipped topping into pudding until well combined. Spread mixture on top of cake.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until ready to serve.
Do You Believe in Magic?
This Heavenly Chocolate Cake actually does a bit of magic while it's baking in the oven. Your layers will actually reverse from the order that you put them into your baking dish. How cool is that?!
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Yield: 12 to 14 slices
Source: "1,001 Delicious Desserts for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/21.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup ground reduced-fat graham crackers
3/4 cup ground gingersnap cookies
8-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes or 27 packets Equal sweetener, divided
4-5 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup light whipped topping
Chopped toasted pecans, as garnish
Directions
Mix graham cracker and gingersnap crumbs, 1 teaspoon Equal for Recipes, and melted margarine in bottom of 9-inch springform pan; reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Pat remaining mixture evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
Beat cream cheese until smooth in large bowl; beat in pumpkin, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in remaining 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal for Recipes, spices, and cornstarch. Pour mixture into springform pan.
Bake at 300 degrees F. just until set in the center, 45 to 60 minutes; sprinkle with reserved crumbs and return to oven. Turn oven off and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 3 hours. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 213, Fat: 9.8 g, Saturated Fat: 4.3 g, Cholesterol: 47.2 g, Sodium: 444 mg, Protein: 12.1 g, Carbohydrate: 18.2 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 2 Fat
ORANGE DREAM ANGEL CAKE
This is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "This cake is so light and so refreshing you'll think you've stepped into a dream. Truth is, our Orange Dream Angel Cake reminds us of those orange and cream pops we dream about in the summertime. You and your gang are going to love this no-bake dessert!"
Chill Time: 2 hours; Serves: 15; Serving Size: 1 (2-1/2 x 3-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Orange-Dream-Angel-Cake.
Ingredients
1 (10-inch) prepared angel food cake, cut into 15 slices
1 (.3-ounce) package sugar-free orange gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 (1-ounce) package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 orange, cut into slices for garnish
Directions
In a 9- x 13-inch baking dish, arrange cake slices.
In a medium bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water and stir in cold water. Slowly pour over cake, then refrigerate 1 hour.
In a large bowl, whisk vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened. Stir in orange zest and whipped topping. Evenly spread over cake.
Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until ready to serve. Garnish with orange slices.
CHOCOLATE CHIP FUDGIE CUPS
This is from Diabetic Gourmet, and begins, "This cookie has something for everyone. The crust is chocolate chip cookie dough; the filling is a rich brownie. They are a little more involved to make, but well worth the effort."
Recipe Yield: Yield: makes 2 dozen
Source: Equal
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Equal.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-chip-fudgie-cups.
Ingredients
Chocolate Chip Dough:
1/3 cup stick butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful*
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Fudge Nut Filling:
1 cup Equal Spoonful**
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1/3 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
* May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Chocolate Chip Dough, beat 1/3 cup butter with electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Mix in 1/3 cup Equal* and brown sugar until combined. Combine 1 cup flour, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix into butter mixture.
Stir in chocolate chips. Form dough into circle about 1/2-inch thick. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze while preparing Fudge Nut Filling.
For Fudge Nut Filling, combine 1 cup Equal**, 3/4 cup flour, cocoa, nuts, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat applesauce, 6 tablespoons butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in combined flour mixture until well blended.
Remove Chocolate Chip Dough from freezer. Spread approximately 1 rounded tablespoonful of dough in each of 24 mini-muffin pans. Fill each with Fudge Nut Filling to top of cup.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 15 to 18 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in muffin pans about 5 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 106 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
SPICED APPLE PUDDING
Recipe Yield: Servings: 4 (1/2 cup)
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/spiced-apple-pudding.
Ingredients
2 cups Unsweetened apple juice
1/3 cup Granulated sugar substitute
1/3 cup Cornstarch
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 Egg
Directions
In a heavy saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple juice and cornstarch; mix well. Add remaining juice. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a bowl, beat egg with a fork. Add 1/2 cup of hot mixture to beaten egg. Stir until smooth. Return immediately to hot mixture, stirring constantly. (The hot mixture will cook the egg.)
Stir in sweetener and cinnamon. Pour into 4 dessert dishes, cover with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming. Cool to room temperature or chill in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 117; Fat: 1 g; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch; 1 fruit
SECRET DEVILISH CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "We've got a secret ingredient that makes this moist chocolate cake recipe so decadent, you'll never be able to tell that it's diabetes-friendly. What makes our Secret Devilish Chocolate Cake so delicious? We kick this recipe up a notch with diet cola! It's true. Try it for yourself. One bite, and you'll see exactly what we mean."
Cook Time: 30 minutes; Serves: 24; Serving Size: 1 (2-inch) piece
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Secret-Devilish-Chocolate-Cake-7385.
Ingredients
1 (15-1/4-ounce) package devil's food chocolate cake mix
1 can (12-ounce) diet cola
1-1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Add cake mix to large bowl. Break up lumps with your fingers. Fold in cola gradually with large spatula just until mix is moistened.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth evenly with spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Spoon 1 tablespoon whipped topping on each serving.
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE
This recipe is from Everyday Diabetic Recipes, and begins, "If you're looking for a diabetic chocolate cake recipe for your recipe box, then you've got to try this Heavenly Chocolate Cake. You're going to love the tasty combination of chocolate cake with a surprising creamy layer at the bottom. It's made with healthier ingredients, and has under 10g of sugar per serving. After one taste, we can pretty much guarantee you're going to want to make this recipe a permanent part of your collection."
Cook Time: 50 minutes; Chill Time: 4 hours; Serves: 20; Serving Size: 1 (1-1/2 X 2-inch) slice
To view this online, go to https://www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com/Cakes/Heavenly-Chocolate-Cake.
Ingredients
2 pounds fat-free ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16-ounce) package sugar-free chocolate cake mix
1 (1.4-ounce) package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup fat-free milk
1 (8-ounce) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, beat ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside. In another large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour cake batter evenly into baking dish. Slowly pour cheese mixture evenly over cake batter.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold whipped topping into pudding until well combined. Spread mixture on top of cake.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until ready to serve.
Do You Believe in Magic?
This Heavenly Chocolate Cake actually does a bit of magic while it's baking in the oven. Your layers will actually reverse from the order that you put them into your baking dish. How cool is that?!
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