Summer is when you want to lose those extra pounds, not pile them on! Of course, resisting the temptation is harder than it sounds, so satisfying those with a sweet tooth needs to be done right if you don’t want to end up completely defying your diet. Here are some delicious summer desserts that include fruit.

Fresh fruit

Fresh fruit is great for giving your body a natural sugar boost without the kind of calories you’d find in chocolate or similar treats. Fruit can also be used in summer desserts for an even more satisfying dish without making you feel too guilty. Of course, as with anything in life, moderation is essential if you are to enjoy the benefits of the fruit without the potential negative effects.

Cobblers

Cobblers are abundant in flavour. After a great meal, nothing beats a delicious cobbler! The best thing about these summer desserts is that you can use almost any fruit! From apples and bananas to peaches and berries, you can choose the flavour you like best! If you’re using apples, you can also enhance the flavour further by adding a little cinnamon. You can even make a mixed fruit tart with two or more types of mixed fruit! Top with whipped cream or ice cream or eat as is! Cobblers should be served hot, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.

Nutritious berries

If you love berries and want a decadent treat, mix some blueberries, blackberries and raspberries with a touch of sugar and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with some freshly whipped coconut cream for extra flavour! Not only is this a delicious treat but it’s one of the most nutritious summer desserts.

Fruity s’mores

If you like smores, then it’s high time you switch up your old favourite recipe and add some fruit! Strawberries are especially delicious, but you can try all kinds of other combinations depending on your preferences.

Light yet creamy

For those who still prefer a creamy dessert even in summer, you can whip up some cream and add berry puree and sugar for balance, flavour and colour. Make sure you mix the sugar into the berries first and mix everything well before mixing it into the whipping cream. Always remember to chill the cream before whipping it to make sure it’s nice firm. Refrigerate if you don’t intend to eat this dessert right away. It’s also important to note that the juices from the sugar and berries can make the dessert seem a little softer at first, but after placing it in the refrigerator for at least an hour, you’ll notice everything starting to firm up and the dessert will hold up. You can refrigerate these summer desserts in small bowls so that your portions are ready to serve.

These are just a few of the best summer desserts that you should consider. You can serve them after a family meal or prepare larger portions if you are entertaining guests. When using fruit, remember not to prepare these desserts too far in advance. Berries are known for spoiling fairly quickly so you should prepare your sweet treats in the morning so that they are ready to serve later that day.