8 Simple Holiday Desserts for Diabetics

Living with diabetes can make it difficult to enjoy most holiday foods and gourmet treats. High sugar items can wreak havoc on a diabetic's blood sugar levels, and since diabetics need to be especially careful with the sugar and carbohydrate content of each meal, many miss out on the best part of the meal-dessert! If you're diabetic, or are cooking for someone who has diabetes, there are a few ways to create tasty and satisfying desserts without the added sugar. Some diabetics use Splenda, Stevia, or other alternative sweeteners to make variations of classic desserts, while others enjoy very tiny portions of the classic just for a taste. Whatever your strategy may be, here are eight great holiday desserts that are perfect for diabetic lifestyles:

Espresso Cream Roll for Diabetics
This recipe is easier than it looks, a dessert that's similar to the classic French Bouche de Noel. It's made with a mixture of granulated sugar and artificial sweetener; although this version uses Sweet 'N Low in the filling and cake, Splenda works just as well and is a little more healthier too. It's also low in fat, so you can finally enjoy a chocolate treat without the guilt!

Cranberry Apple Dessert Risotto for Diabetics
This delicious combination of dried cranberries, golden delicious apples, and Arborio rice is made with Splenda brown sugar. It's simple to make and can be whipped together in just under 30 minutes. It's another lowfat recipe that will save you those extra holiday pounds.

Classic Fruitcake for Diabetics
Before you jump to conclusions as to the fate of this fruitcake, rest assured that it actually tastes quite good! This fruitcake recipe makes use of currants, dates, dried figs and dried apricots. There's no need for any sugar or artificial sweeteners at all, making it a healthy addition to the holiday table.