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Sunday 9 May is celebrated the Mother’s Day. And what better gift to express our affection for her than a sweet prepared for the occasion? Cooking for another person also has positive implications on our mood as it acts on the levels of self-esteem and confidence, as well as forming a bond with those you love.
Even better if you choose light recipes and with an eye to well-being and shape! Because of “health dessert“You can prepare many, you just need to know how to choose the right ingredients and know how to mix them with imagination and awareness. He knows it well Angelica Amodei, journalist, writer and TV author, expert in health and well-being, author of the bestsellers “Sips of well-being” and “Other sips of well-being” (both published by Over Edizioni), who through her books and on her Instagram channel gives his followers good and healthy recipes.
Cocoa ice cream stick
Like the cocoa popsicle. “Ideal – explains Angelica Amodei – even for people who are intolerant to lactose because I chose an HD (High Digestible) milk, that is a milk that has been deprived, through special procedures, of most of the lactose contained in it and which is not only useful for those who are intolerant to this sugar, but also for those who suffer of digestive problems and swollen belly“.
Good, fresh and genuine, the ice cream stick refreshes us in spring. In addition, very few ingredients are enough and it is within everyone’s reach, even for those who are not very practical in the kitchen. Not to mention that, since it does not include the addition of sugar, it is also suitable for those who are following one Slimming diet or for children.
“A recharge of energy, especially if it is a period of intense physical and psychological work – explains the expert. As we all know, in fact, cocoa is an extraordinary food because it is rich in antioxidants, magnesium and iron: all substances that, in addition to giving mental agility and promoting physical performance, consequently also act on our mood, producing sensations of happiness and contentment “.
Ingredients:
1 banana
300 ml of HD milk
1 tablespoon of sweet cocoa
Cinnamon
Preparation:
Blend half a banana with milk (lactose-free) and sweet cocoa. If you like, add a sprinkle of cinnamon as well.
Slice the other half of the banana. Place the smoothie and banana slices in the popsicle molds.
Cup of light coconut cream with red fruits
For those who love spoon desserts, on the other hand, the coconut it can be the perfect food to surprise our mom. Its “milk”, ie the juice produced by squeezing the pulp, is rich in fatty acids, especially lauric acid, a friend of our heart since it helps to increase blood levels of cholesterol “Good” (HDL), thus exerting a preventive effect on cardiovascular risk.
“Erythritol present in the recipe, however, – says the writer – is an excellent and healthy alternative to the classic cooking sugar. With the absence of calories, it does not affect glucose and levels insulin in the blood, making it suitable even for those who follow a weight loss diet. In addition it has a pleasant taste, without aftertaste, does not damage the teeth, has no laxative effect and does not irritate the intestine. Perfect for both hot and fresh preparations. It is found in supermarkets and herbalists, where you can possibly buy it xylitol, another valid alternative to white sugar “.
Ingredients:
Egg yolks, 2
Erythritol or xylitol, 1 level tablespoon
Coconut milk, 400 ml
Cornflour, 1 1/2 tablespoons
Organic lemon zest, 3/4 strips
Red fruits and / or dark chocolate flakes to decorate
Preparation:
In a bowl, beat the eggs with erythritol or xylitol (also with a spoon). In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk (without sugar, do not use the cream! You can find it in the supermarket next to the vegetable milks of soy, rice, oats …) with the lemon zest. When the milk is hot, pour it (also with the lemon peels) into the bowl with the egg yolks, mixing well. Then bring to the fire, turning with a silicone spoon to avoid sticking to the edges, adding the sifted cornstarch. Continue stirring over low heat. When the cream begins to thicken, turn off, remove the lemon and pour into the cups. Allow to cool, then serve with the red fruits to taste.
“Also great with flakes dark chocolate. Or, why not, both of them. They marry very well together, just like mother and daughter ”, concludes the expert.
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