Sugar Free Apple Desserts

Included in this collection of Sugar Free Apple Desserts are healthier options for the family and friends. With these tasty treats, no one will even notice there are no added sugars.

These 17 desserts are perfect for those with a sweet tooth who are watching their sugar intake. They're all made with fresh apples and natural sweeteners, and are sure to satisfy your cravings without the guilt.

From traditional apple pie to crisp and crumble, I put together a variety of options to choose from for you to indulge your sweet tooth today!

Check out all the other Apple Dessert Recipes for even more tasty apple treats.

a collection of apple desserts that are sugar free.

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Looking for a delicious, sugar-free dessert that the whole family will love? Look no further than the recipes being shared today!

Made with real apples and no added sugar, these desserts are perfect for those with diabetes or anyone looking to cut down on their sugar intake.

These desserts are packed with flavor, yet light and refreshing. They make a great after-dinner treat or a mid-day snack. And because they're made with real fruit, they're healthy too!

Looking for more easy dessert recipes featuring apples? Try my Apple Danish Recipe, Mason Jar Apple Pie or my recipe for Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Apples.

What are the Best Apples for Baking?

When it comes to baking, there are a few different types of apples that stand out above the rest.

Granny Smith: These apples are a classic choice. These apples are extremely acidic, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the other ingredients.
Golden Delicious: These apples are very aromatic and have a deep golden color that adds to the aesthetics of the dish. They're perfect for sweet pies, cobblers and crisps. I use Golden Delicious for my Apple Puff Pastry Braid recipe.
Braeburn or Honeycrisp: These apples have a balance of sweetness and acidity, and their firm flesh makes them ideal for pies and cobblers.

For more information, check out my post The Best Apples for Baking and Eating.

Sugar Substitute for Baking for Diabetics

When it comes to baking for diabetics, sugar substitutes can be a helpful way to cut down on sugar without sacrificing taste. There are a variety of sugar substitutes available on the market, and each has its own strengths and weaknesses:

Artificial sweeteners: Included are aspartame and sucralose, are much sweeter than sugar but contain few or no calories.
Natural sweeteners: Included in natural sweeteners are honey and agave syrup. They also have a sweeter taste than sugar but contain sugars and calories.
Finally, there are alternative sweeteners, such as stevia and monk fruit extract, which are made from plant extracts and generally considered safe for most people.

When choosing a sugar substitute for baking, it is important to consider the unique needs of your recipe. With a little experimentation, you can find a sugar substitute that gives you the taste you desire without all the excess sugar.

Sweeteners Often Used in Diabetic-Friendly Desserts

If you'd like to learn more about stevia and how it works as a sugar substitute, this helpful article from WebMD explains the basics and how it’s used in place of sugar

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What is Coconut Sugar?

Coconut sugar is a type of sugar made from the sap of the flower buds of the coconut palm tree. The sap is collected and then heated until the water evaporates, leaving behind the crystalline sugar.

Coconut sugar has a deep brown color and a rich, caramel-like flavor. It can be used in place of other types of sugar in baking and cooking, and it also dissolves easily in hot drinks.

Although it is often marketed as a "healthier" alternative to refined sugars, coconut sugar still contains the same amount of calories and grams of sugar per serving. Therefore, it is important to use moderation when consuming coconut sugar.

How to sweeten cooking apples without sugar?

Instead of using refined sugar, you can opt for natural sweeteners such as honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.

How to caramelize apples without sugar?

Instead of sugar, you can use fruit juice like apple juice or orange juice when caramelizing apples. The natural sugars in the juice will help create a caramelized effect. Or you can try using coconut sugar!