5 healthy sweet recipes for diabetics as Diwali treats

As Diwali approaches, those with diabetes can still enjoy the festivities without sacrificing their

Here are five delicious, diabetic-friendly sweet recipes that let you indulge in the spirit of the season while keeping blood sugar levels in check.

Almond and Coconut Ladoo

Enjoy a sugar-free ladoo made with almonds, desiccated coconut, and natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit. Blend the ingredients, roll them into ladoos, and savor a treat rich in healthy fats and fiber without blood sugar spikes.

Dates and Nuts Energy Balls

Combine dates, walnuts, almonds, and flaxseeds to create nutrient-packed energy balls. Dates have a low glycemic index, making these delicious bites a sweet yet healthy option for Diwali celebrations.

Oats and Jaggery Kheer

Transform traditional kheer by using oats and jaggery instead of rice and sugar. Cook oats in almond milk, mix in jaggery, and garnish with nuts and cardamom for a delightful, diabetic-friendly dessert.

Chia Seed Pudding

Make a nutritious chia seed pudding by mixing chia seeds with almond or coconut milk & letting it sit overnight. Sweeten with stevia or a hint of honey & top with fresh berries for a refreshing treat.

Moong Dal Halwa

Make a healthier moong dal halwa using split green gram and a sugar substitute. Cook soaked and blended dal in a little ghee until golden, then add low-fat milk, cardamom, and chopped nuts for a rich, sugar-free treat.