A healthy treat perfect for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a special time to show our moms how much we love and appreciate them. One of the best ways to express this feeling is by preparing a delicious and healthy treat. We believe that healthy doesn't have to mean boring, and that you can make your favourite sweets without unnecessary sugar. Here are a few ideas for sugar-free treats that will delight every mom on her special day.

1. Gluten-Free and Sugar-Free Lemon Cupcakes
Soft, aromatic, and fluffy cupcakes are always a good idea for dessert! They are easy to make, healthy, and exceptionally nutritious!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• ½ cup coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 eggs
• ½ cup almond milk
• 1/3 cup coconut oil
• Zest and juice of one lemon
• 2-3 drops of vanilla stevia 0 kcal by LoCCo
• 1/3 cup erythritol

Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add almond milk, coconut oil, lemon juice and zest, vanilla extract, and erythritol.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth.
Fill the muffin cups ¾ full with the batter.
Bake for about 20-25 minutes, until the cupcakes are golden and springy.
Once cooled, they can be decorated with a sugar-free lemon glaze or fresh fruits.

2. Date and Nut Energy Balls
These are the perfect sweet snack, ideal as an accompaniment to an afternoon coffee with your mom. No oven is needed, and they can be made in a few minutes, making them great for a last-minute treat.

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1 cup almonds
• ⅓ cup Nutchup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• A pinch of salt
• Coconut flakes for coating

Preparation:
Soak the dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Finely grind the almonds in a food processor.
Add dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, coconut oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Form small balls from the mixture and roll them in coconut flakes.
Store in the refrigerator to firm up.

3. Fruit Salad with a Mint Twist
Fruits are a treasure trove of healthful vitamins and minerals. They hydrate, refresh, and are an excellent source of dietary fiber. Treat your mom to an extraordinary fruit salad and give her the best!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup strawberries, halved
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup raspberries
• 2 kiwis, sliced
• 1 mango, diced
• 1 lime
• 2-3 lemon-flavored low-calorie meringues by LoCCo
• Fresh mint

Preparation:
Place all the fruits in a large bowl.
Drizzle with lime juice.
Add chopped mint leaves and crumbled meringues, then gently mix.
The salad tastes best when chilled.

4. Chia Pudding with Coconut Milk and Fruits

Chia pudding is a delicious refreshing treat and a perfect dose of valuable macro- and micronutrients. Chia seeds are an excellent source of essential fatty acids, supporting proper brain function. With the addition of fruits, the dessert becomes exceptionally refreshing and so tasty that it's hard to resist!

Ingredients:

• 400 ml coconut milk
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 2-3 drops of vanilla stevia 0 kcal by LoCCo
• Fresh fruits for serving (e.g., raspberries, blueberries, mango)

Preparation:
Mix coconut milk with chia seeds in a bowl and add a few drops of vanilla stevia 0 kcal by LoCCo.
Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve with your favorite fresh fruits.

All these recipes are a great way to show your mom how much you love her while taking care of her health. Products available at SmartFoodies are perfect for preparing healthy and sugar-free treats that will impress even the most demanding palates. Enjoy and have a happy Mother’s Day!