Desserts

Desserts are the sweet indulgence we like to have at the end of a meal. Unfortunately many traditional desserts contain sugar, wheat and dairy products in the recipes that can be inflammatory. This may irritate the gut lining and cause discomfort.

There are many dairy free, gluten free alternatives that have been more accessible. Some of these alternatives use nuts or beans as substitutes for dairy or wheat, which can be gas forming and hard to digest for those with IBD.

Keeping these criteria in mind, below are some options that are gluten free, sugar free, dairy free, nut free, beans free.

Banana Rice Cake Muffins

Muffins are an ideal treat that can also be eaten for dessert, breakfast or as a grab and go snack.

The banana is a naturally sweet and filled with nutrients. Eggs provide complete protein and fat, making this balanced from a macro breakdown perspective.

Serves: 9

Prep Time: 10mins
Cook Time: 30mins
Total Time: 40mins

Ingredients:

- 3 banana
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp turmeric (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine ingredients and mix until smooth.
3. Fill muffin holders 3/4 full, then bake in oven for 30min at 350°F.

Note: Rice flour can also be substituted for coconut flour for a little bit more fibre and protein. (Keeping in mind the recipe will need to change to 1/3 cup coconut flour with two more eggs)
Adding Turmeric can provide a little bit more anti-inflammatory kick.

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Chocolate Avocado Pudding


Serves: 2

Prep Time: 5mins
Total Time: 5mins

Ingredients:

- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp manuka honey
- 1/8 tsp salt

Directions: Combine ingredients and mix by hand or in blender till smooth.

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