Having diabetes shouldn’t mean skipping sweet treats altogether. Whether you have Type 1, a condition that causes your body to produce little to no insulin, or Type 2, when your body resists insulin or doesn't produce enough, there are plenty of goodies you can safely indulge in.
The trick is managing your glucose response, which you can do in part by combining carbs with protein and fat, opting for high-fiber carbs, choosing natural sugars (like those in milk and fresh fruit) over refined and adding nut butter or high-fat dairy to your sweets. Eating small portions (i.e., sharing dessert with a friend) can also help you stay balanced.
If you moderate your carb and sugar intake, you can safely dig into these 23 diabetes-friendly desserts, which include avocado chocolate mousse, low-carb cheesecake and Paleo-friendly carrot cake. Every recipe on this list has been vetted by dietitian and nutritionist Dr. Felicia Stoler, who also offered a few tips for diabetic-friendly sweets.
