Sugar-Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love

Sugar-Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love (Bariatric Friendly!)

The holiday season is usually a time for celebration, but finding sugar-free holiday desserts can be stressful if you are watching your weight. If you are exploring Gastric Sleeve surgery or have already started your weight loss journey, the table full of pies and cookies can feel like a minefield.

But here is the good news: Surgery does not mean you have to stop eating delicious food. It just means you eat smarter.

Avoiding sugar isn’t just about calories; for Gastric Bypass patients, it’s about avoiding “Dumping Syndrome.” Below, we’ve curated three delicious, bariatric-friendly holiday recipes that let you celebrate without the sugar crash.

1. Sugar-Free Pumpkin Pie (The Classic)

Nothing says holiday quite like a classic pumpkin pie. This version uses Erythritol to keep your blood sugar stable while delivering that rich fall flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin (Not pie filling!)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 3 large eggs (Great protein source)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 pre-made almond flour crust (or crustless for lower carbs)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin, almond milk, eggs, vanilla, spice, and sweetener. Mix until silky smooth.
3. Pour the filling into the crust (or directly into ramekins for portion control).
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.
5. Let it cool completely. Top with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream!

2. Chocolate Avocado Mousse (The Creamy Fix)

Don’t let the avocado scare you. This provides healthy fats that keep you full longer—perfect for the small pouch of a Gastric Sleeve patient.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup erythritol (powdered works best)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, blend the avocados until absolutely smooth.
2. Add cocoa, almond milk, sweetener, vanilla, and salt. Blend until creamy.
3. Spoon into small serving dishes (remember: small portions!). Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Garnish with a single raspberry or crushed walnuts.

3. Coconut Macaroons (The Chewy Treat)

These are excellent for holiday parties because they look fancy but are incredibly simple to make.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well.
3. Use a spoon to drop rounded tablespoons onto the sheet.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before serving so they firm up.

Take Control of Your Weight Loss Journey

The holidays can be enjoyable and healthy. Having sugar-free alternatives allows you to indulge without derailing your goals. The above sugar-free holiday desserts will make you feel happy and you will enjoy a guilt free new year!

However, if you feel like you are “dieting” every single year and the weight always comes back, it might be time for a permanent solution. Diets fail 95% of the time. The Gastric Sleeve succeeds.

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