Two-ingredient, low-calorie dessert you can make without an oven
Even when you think you deserve a treat, a light, homemade dessert can still fit a healthy lifestyle. This easy, two-ingredient recipe yields a soft, pudding-like dessert that stays low in calories and can be made in minutes. It’s friendly for those watching calories and suitable for people avoiding gluten or dairy. No eggs, no milk, and no flour are required.
Here’s a practical dessert that proves you don’t need a lot to satisfy a sweet tooth. A serving is modest in calories, making it a sensible option for everyday indulgence while keeping dietary goals in sight.
Contents
As noted, the essentials are two ingredients with a third optional for flavor and texture:
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500 grams apples, peeled and cored
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20 grams neutral gelatin powder
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Cinnamon (optional) adds warmth and aroma
Apple, the star of this dessert, provides natural sweetness and body. The recipe is designed to be simple yet satisfying for a broad audience including those with gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance.
Preparation
First, peel the apples and chop them into chunks, then blend until smooth to form a puree. Heat the puree gently, using a microwave on a medium setting or a gentle stove heat, until warm and uniform. Stir in neutral gelatin powder and mix until fully dissolved and evenly distributed.
To help the mixture rise and achieve a light, airy texture, a hand mixer is ideal. If a mixer is unavailable, a whisk can work, though it may take a bit longer to achieve volume. The goal is to incorporate air so the final dessert feels light rather than dense.
Next, pour the creamy mixture into a mold lined with parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator for two hours to set. The result should be a pale, delicate cheesecake-like dessert with a creamy mouthfeel and a clean finish.
For an extra touch, dust the top with cinnamon. The spice enhances the apple flavor and adds a pleasant warming note to the dessert.
This fluffy, low-calorie cake is ready to enjoy any time of day. It makes a naturally sweet option that fits into a busy schedule, delivering energy to start the day or a satisfying break later on.
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One final tip: apples are a versatile choice, but any favorite fruit can be used. If you prefer a different texture, replace the gelatin powder with the same amount of gelatin leaves, using twelve leaves as a general guideline. The method remains similar and can be adjusted to taste.