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If you want to eat dessert first, you're in good company (and the right place). Our tempting dessert recipes cover every angle, from light but luscious to no-holds-barred confections, cakes and pies.

Peanutty and Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Treat your sweet tooth to this low carb mousse made with avocados.

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bites

Caramel fans will freak over this super simple swap for cheesecake. Try these teeny, tiny treats for a low-carb lifestyle today!

Pistachio & Avocado Ice Cream

Avocado lends itself perfectly to this twist on the Italian favorite. Its vibrant green color goes hand in hand with the pistachio’s natural hue and provides creaminess and richness without the need for dairy or eggs.

Acorn Squash Souffle

This sweet squash souffle is everything you’ve been craving.

Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake Without Refined Sugar

This classic chocolate cake is gluten and refined sugar free. With only wholesome and natural ingredients, it’s the best kind of dessert to indulge in.

Lemon-Pistachio Button Cookies

Cornmeal and pistachios lend a bright crunch to this recipe from Joanne Chang.

Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream

Just in time for the holidays, try this luscious vegan coconut whip cream atop your desserts—or by itself. (We won’t tell!)

Vegan Raw Carrot Cake with Cashew Custard Frosting, Orange Purée and Berry Sauce

Sirena Gourmet Latin Seafood Restaurant’s vegan Raw Carrot Cake harnesses the flavorful sweetness of carrots for a guilt-free dessert.

Spiced Chocolate & Sweet Potato Brownies

These gluten-free brownies are a magical snack as-is, and they plate beautifully with a spoonful of crème fraîche for a special dessert.

Blueberry Shortcake

Blueberries are beautifully paired with whipped cream and melt-in-your-mouth shortcakes in this light dessert.

Blueberry Sherbet

This smooth, crowd-pleasing sherbet is so fresh and easy to prepare—it’s sure to be a hit at your next cookout!

Simple Pumpkin Pie Bread

This delectable treat mimics traditional pumpkin loaf—only with healthier substitutions.

Quest Bar Chocolate Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes

Use a Quest protein bar to make these healthy, high-protein cheesecakes!

Healthy Coffee Cake

Enjoy healthy coffee cake breakfast, noon, or night with this recipe.

Ginger and Coconut Squash Tarts with a Pecan Oat Crust

These bites are a spicier version of the traditional pumpkin pie, and they have a crumbly crust full of seasonal flavors.