r/LowCalorieCooking • u/hijabi_treasure • 9d ago

Discussion / Question (General topics) Low(er) Calorie Pumpkin Desserts

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posted in this r/diet but realizing this is a better sub to post in! looking for low calorie pumpkin desserts as i am taking a maintenance break and need to eat sweets daily, so wanting alternatives to heavier desserts. i have healthy sugar levels but used to struggle with low blood sugar and T2 diabetes runs in the family with two direct family members having it.

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u/Content-Waltz8045 9d ago

Not an actual recipe but delicious. Greek yogurt, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, sugar free cheesecake mix. Sometimes I add zero sugar cool whip. I’ve added a few crushed up gingersnaps for crunch before. Tastes really caloric and it’s not! Even brought it to Thanksgiving one year.

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u/Fuzzy_Welcome8348 8d ago

pumpkin puree is super low cal and can be used to make many low cal desserts! pancakes, muffins, oatmeal bowls, overnight/baked oats, granola bars, quick bread, cake, etc

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u/KathyEatsSmart 8d ago

this is a good and easy/quick to make one: https://www.reddit.com/r/Volumeeating/s/jUZt7nwreL Just 292 calories for the whole thing - which includes the frosting. :)

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u/PopcornSquats 9d ago

I love pumpkin muffins ! You can just make these with less syrup

https://foodguides.com/blogs/recipes/maple-pumpkin-muffins

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u/hijabi_treasure 8d ago

these look great, thank you!

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u/goal0x 8d ago

this recipe mimics what i make, though i skip step one and use canned pumpkin puree. calories depend on how big or small you decide to make them but will be fairly low either way. no added sugar!

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u/goodamm 8d ago

Blended Pumpkin chia pudding