10 Deliciously Healthy Vegan Desserts for Diabetics

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! 

Whether you’re living with diabetes or prediabetes, or supporting a loved one, what you eat can be an incredibly important tool in managing and preventing disease. 

It can feel overwhelming to tackle a new lifestyle or eating plan. You may feel like you have to give up the foods and flavors that you used to enjoy. Well, it doesn’t have to be this way. With a few simple swaps, you can still enjoy amazingly delicious desserts! 

That’s why we’ve put together a list of 10 delicious AND healthy vegan desserts that are great options for diabetics looking to cut back on refined sugars and processed ingredients. You’ll never know the secret swaps some of these recipes include, but you will feel a difference! Enjoy! 

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1. Sweet Potato Brownies with Chocolate Sauce
by Deliciously Ella

Where are our chocolate lovers at? This one’s for you! These brownies are rich, chocolatey, and completely irresistible! They taste incredibly indulgent, yet they’re packed full of healthy ingredients. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and dates! The sweet potato keeps these brownies moist and gives them that delicious ooey gooey, fudgy center! 

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2. Raw Salted Caramel Slices
by One Green Planet

This no-bake dessert is incredibly delicious! You’d never guess that this recipe is vegan. Three layers make up this subtly sweet and tasty treat. A crunchy almond base, a creamy cashew filling, and a sweet fig-caramel topping. Enjoy frozen! 

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3. No Bake Raspberry Cheesecake
by Ela Vegan

This no-bake cheesecake is not only yummy, but it’s a beautiful addition for any special occasion. It’s perfectly sweet and creamy, gluten-free, vegan, and refined-sugar free! Better yet? It’s surprisingly simple and bound to impress! For scratch-made vegan cheesecake, be sure to visit Sinfull Bakery in Houston, Texas. They have a wide array of all-natural vegan desserts! 

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4. Chunky Monkey Cookies
by Elephantastic Vegan 

Chocolate, banana, and peanut butter – what more could you need? These vegan cookies are not only a crowd pleaser, but they also happen to be oil- and sugar-free. They are sweetened with ripe banana, fudgy, and provide a perfect, nutty crunch. These are sure to become a household favorite! For more plant-based cookies, check out Coco Luv in Los Angeles, California! 

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5. Samoa Bars
by Wholly Plants 

Girl Scout cookie fan? Samoas are certainly a popular choice, but they’re not vegan and unfortunately loaded with sugar and processed ingredients. This healthy swap includes just SIX ingredients! They’re perfectly sweetened with dates and mimic that incredible toasted coconut flavor. These are a must try! None of the bad stuff but all of your favorite flavors! 

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6. Vegan Lemon Bars
by From My Bowl

Lemon bars are a classic dessert adored by many – myself included! Unfortunately, the original recipe is packed with refined sugars and lots of butter. This healthy vegan-take on the original includes only nine healthy ingredients and is refined sugar free! Enjoy this perfectly tart, perfectly sweet treat anytime. You won’t even miss the original recipe! 

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7. Raw Carrot Cake with Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting
by Minimalist Baker

Have your cake and eat it too! This raw, vegan carrot cake is naturally sweet and topped with decadent cream cheese frosting. All with only ten ingredients and done in thirty minutes! Yup, you heard that. Only THIRTY minutes! All of your favorite flavors that you look for in a classic carrot cake but without the sugar rush. You’ll love sharing this wholesome, tasty recipe with your loved ones. If you find yourself in Vienna, Austria, be sure to visit Simply Raw Bakery and Bistro for healthy cakes made daily! 

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8. Cherry Soft-Serve Ice Cream
by Forks Over Knives

If you’re a fan of Ben and Jerry’s Cherry Garcia, here’s a vegan guilt-free version! Only five ingredients make up this clean, delicious treat. This recipe is delicious, refreshing, and won’t leave you with a sugar crash. If you still prefer the ice cream parlor, be sure to check out our roundup of best vegan ice cream shops around the world! 

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9. Vegan No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie
by The Conscious Plant Kitchen

This peanut butter pie is sure to please family and friends at any upcoming holiday gathering! All of the delicious flavors come together with only a few healthy ingredients. A mouthwatering chocolate crust and fluffy peanut butter mousse make this amazing recipe better than any store-bought option! Enjoy!

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 10. Avocado Tofu Chocolate Mousse
by Plant-Based Cooking

Although the ingredients may sound unusual – trust us, this recipe is completely delicious! The tofu and avocado make this mousse ultra luxurious, smooth, and rich. This is a great high protein snack or elegant dessert. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make! Win-win! 

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Which healthy dessert option are you making first? Share with us in the comments below! 

Whether you’re reducing your sugar intake, or planning a healthy vegan dessert for the upcoming holiday season, there are plenty of delicious options to explore! Eliminating refined sugars and processed ingredients does not mean you have to give up the flavors of your favorite desserts. We hope you enjoy these sweet treats without the guilt! 

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