3 delicious healthy desserts for children

If your child were in charge of their daily meals, all they would have would be desserts like cake, ice cream, and candy. But of course you won’t let that happen! Instead, opt for healthier alternatives when you’re asked for a sweet – they’re just as good, if not better, in terms of taste. And the best thing is that they are good for your health, so you don’t have to worry!

Serve up any of these delicious healthy kid-friendly desserts and you’ll get even sweeter kisses from your little one!

Delicious avocado brownies

What do you need:

• 1 large avocado

• 3 eggs

• 1/2 cup coconut flour

• 1/2 cup dutch processed unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1/2 cup maple syrup

• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Combine avocado, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor. Blend until ingredients are well combined and mixture is lump-free. Transfer to a large bowl and mix in the eggs. Add the coconut flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt and stir until all ingredients are well mixed.

Add the dough to an 8×8-inch baking dish greased with coconut oil and bake in a preheated oven (350F) for 20-25 minutes. Let cool for at least 20 minutes. Cut it into squares and enjoy!

Keep brownies in an airtight container, shelf life is 2 days at room temperature. Store it in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.

Grilled pineapple with honey and lime

What do you need:

• 1 pineapple

• 4 tablespoons grated coconut without sugar

• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• Coconut ice cream or sorbet

Cut pineapple into 3/4-inch slabs. This makes about 8 pieces. You can choose to keep the skin on or not, depending on your preferences. Combine the honey and lime juice in a bowl and brush the mixture over the sides of each pineapple chunk. Cook pineapples on a greased grill over medium heat until grill marks appear, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle the pineapples with grated coconut and top with a couple of scoops of ice cream or coconut sorbet. Serve immediately.

Make snack or dessert time even more enjoyable for the whole family by serving unique and delicious healthy desserts! Forget store-bought cakes, ice cream, and other sweets that don’t provide kids with calories. Serve up these delicious healthy kid-friendly desserts packed with nutrition and love!