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Stevia-Sweetened Berry Almond Parfait

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A diet dessert using stevia or an artificial sweetener, with calorie count content. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious berry almond parfait!

Health Benefits:

  1. Antioxidant-Rich Berries: Berries are loaded with antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
  2. Low in Added Sugar: Using stevia or artificial sweetener keeps the dessert low in added sugars, making it suitable for those watching their sugar intake.
  3. Dairy-Free and Low in Saturated Fat: This recipe is dairy-free and contains healthy fats from almonds, which can be beneficial for heart health.
  4. Gluten-Free and Grain-Free: This dessert is naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities or following a grain-free diet.
  5. Vegan-Friendly: This recipe is plant-based and suitable for individuals following a vegan diet.

Here’s the recipe‡️

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Stevia or artificial sweetener, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sliced almonds (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a blender, combine the mixed berries, unsweetened almond milk, almond flour, vanilla extract, and sweetener. Blend until smooth.
  2. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness with additional stevia or artificial sweetener if needed.
  3. Pour the mixture into a bowl or serving glass.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the mixture to thicken.
  5. Garnish with sliced almonds before serving, if desired.

Calorie Content:

  • Mixed berries (1 cup): Approx. 85 calories
  • Unsweetened almond milk (1/2 cup): Approx. 15 calories
  • Almond flour (1/4 cup): Approx. 160 calories
  • Stevia or artificial sweetener: 0 calories
  • Sliced almonds (1 tablespoon): Approx. 14 calories

Total Approximate Calories: 274 calories (without almonds), 288 calories (with almonds)

As always, individual nutritional needs may vary, so it’s important to consult a healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you have specific dietary concerns or conditions.

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