Nothing beats the smell of bubbling fruits mixed with fragrant spices and fresh lemon juice wafting through your home. Heart-healthy almonds and oats give this warm and satisfying dish just the right amount of crunch. Warm Berry Crisp may be the perfect dessert to satisfy your craving for something sweet.

Warning: a half cup is a serving! 😉

Ingredients

• 5 cups mixed fresh blueberries and raspberries (4 6-ounce containers)
• 2-tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• 2-tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick or instant oats)
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1-tablespoon honey

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together the blueberries, raspberries and lemon juice. Transfer to a 1½ -quart baking dish.
2. In a small bowl, combine the almonds, coconut, oats, nutmeg, cinnamon, and honey. Use your fingertips to combine, and then sprinkle evenly over the berries.
3. Bake until the crisp topping is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition information per serving

Serving size: about a half cup

Calories 120, Total fat 4.5g, Saturated fat 1.5g, Trans fat 0g, Protein 3g, Total Carbohydrate 22g, Fiber 5g, Sugar 12g, Cholesterol 10mg, Sodium 0mg

From the Cleveland Clinic

Craving something sweet? This recipe is the perfect dessert. If you don’t have nectarine or pear on hand, be creative and use other fresh fruits.

Desserts are where most of us end up making regretful decisions at the end of a long day. Keep your goals at the forefront of your mind by avoiding sugary desserts and instead enjoying a bowl of this tasty Fruit Dessert!

What You Need
Serves 2

• 1 white nectarine, chopped
• One pear, chopped
• 1 Tablespoon chopped pecans
• One Tablespoon chopped dates
• Dash of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Mix the nectarine, pear, pecans, and dates in a medium sized bowl. Sprinkle with cinnamon and mix until well coated.

Nutrition
One serving equals: 119 calories, 3g fat, 24g carbohydrate, 4.5g fiber, and 1.5g protein

This recipe makes a tasty breakfast or a high energy snack. Plain Greek yogurt is a fantastic filler that’s packed with protein and makes the perfect backdrop for ripe fruit and a sprinkle of crunchy, natural granola. To lighten this recipe up even more feel free to leave out the granola. Enjoy!

What you need
Serves 3

• ¾ cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
• A few drops of stevia
• 2 cups sliced mixed plums, peaches, nectarines, and sprinkle of cinnamon
• ¾ cup granola

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt with the stevia.
2. Following that, in another medium bowl, mix the sliced fruit with the cinnamon.
3. In serving dishes, layer the yogurt, fruit, and granola.

Nutrition
One serving equals 146 calories, 16g fat, 34mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate, 7g fiber, and 15g protein

Pumpkin is easily the most anticipated flavor of the season…and I’ve got you covered with this fun, fitness recipe for Pumpkin Protein Bonbons! This is hands down the most delicious and guilt-free way to get your pumpkin fix…

Make a batch of these high-protein treats and store them in the freezer for a delicious after-dinner treat.

Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com

What You Need
Serves 6

• 1 cup coconut flour
• One cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
• Half cup almond butter, creamy
• ¼ cup plus 3 Tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons liquid stevia
• ½ cup dark, stevia-sweetened chocolate (Lily’s brand)

Instructions

1. Find a rimmed pan that will fit in your freezer and line with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl combine the coconut flour, vanilla protein, canned pumpkin, almond butter, ¼ cup of the coconut oil, vanilla extract and stevia. Mix well and if needed add another Tablespoon of coconut oil. Form into 32 balls.
3. Place the balls on the prepared pan and put in the freezer for 15 minutes.
4. In a double boiler, gently melt the dark chocolate and remaining coconut oil. Remove the pumpkin balls from the freezer and one-by-one roll in the melted chocolate. Return the coated balls to the freezer for 10 minutes. Drizzle any remaining chocolate over the tops of the bonbons in a nice design. Store in the freezer for up to a month and in the fridge for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition
One serving equals: 120 calories, 7g fat, 6g carbohydrate, 2g sugar, 97mg sodium, 2g fiber, and 8g protein

A protein shake is a fantastic way to fuel your muscles after a great workout, but simply combining protein powder and water can be pretty boring. I’ve found that adding ice and a few other strategic ingredients can turn that boring protein shake into dessert, while keeping it healthy and fit.

Blend up one of these Chocolate Mint Protein Shakes whenever you have the urge to eat a bowl of ice cream. It’s just as sweet and delicious, while being filled with the protein that your muscles need.

Courtesy of RealHealthyRecipes.com

What You Need

Serves 1

• One cup ice
• 1/2 frozen banana
• 1 Tablespoon chopped dark chocolate
• One cup water
• 1 scoop high quality chocolate protein powder
• a few drops of organic peppermint flavoring (find next to vanilla extract at the store)
• fresh mint leaves to garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender. Mix until smooth. Enjoy!

Nutrition

One serving equals: 198 calories, 6g fat, 80mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, and 20g protein