Diabetic Dessert Recipes - Are You Craving Something Sweet To Eat?
Ok, let's clear something up right from the start Just because you're a Diabetic it doesn't mean you can't enjoy the foods everybody else eats. You just need to be a little more selective that's all.
There's a common believe that being a Diabetic means you shouldn't consume any sugar. It most cases this simply isn't true and there's no reason why you shouldn't treat yourself every once and a while. Having said that, you should obviously seek medical advice regarding your diet and the severity of your Diabetes before drastically changing the foods you consume.
If you suffer with Type 2 Diabetes then fundamentally your weight and lifestyle play a huge part in being able to treat your condition. You've probably been told already to start shedding the pounds by following a low fat, low sugar diet and of course to exercise more regularly. Still, that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the similar foods namely the desserts or snacks we all enjoy occasionally.
Take a look at these delicious diabetic recipes below:
DIABETIC COOKIES
1/2 c. Sugar Twin 1 stick margarine 1 egg 1 c. applesauce 1 c. All-Bran 1/2 tsp. allspice 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 3/4 c. flour
Mix well and drop by teaspoon on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees For 10 minutes.
DIABETIC FUDGE CAKE
1 sq. unsweetened chocolate 1/3 c. butter 2 tbsp. artificial liquid sweetener 2 tbsp. vanilla 2 eggs 1 c. cake flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. walnuts
Melt butter and chocolate in saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat. Add sweetener, vanilla and eggs. Stir until well blended. Add flour, salt, soda and mix well. Fold in chopped nuts and then pour into a lightly floured and greased 9 inch square pan. Level batter and bake at 325 degrees 20-25 minutes. Cut into squares when cooled.
Living with Diabetes doesn't have to rule your life and especially what you eat. You obviously need to watch what you consume and monitor your condition carefully. However, there are still plenty of fantastic recipes available that everybody can enjoy.
