10 Brain-Boosting Dessert Recipes
Updated: Oct. 04, 2018
Filled with fibre, anti-oxidants, minerals and nutrients, these brain-boosting desserts are as delicious as they are healthy.
Hot Raspberry Soufflé
Don’t be daunted by the thought of making soufflés-these pretty pink ones are easy! You can make this recipe with a variety of different berries-all berries are a good source of fibre and anti-oxidants that are essential for good cardiovascular and brain health.
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Chocolate, Chia and Coconut Chilled Cookies
While these cookies contain many valuable nutrients, they are high in energy and should be enjoyed in moderation. This recipe is a good source of minerals such as copper, iron and magnesium that the brain needs for optimal functioning.
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Saffron and Pistachio Puddings with Cardamom and Honey Syrup
Saffron is believed to be a natural mood-enhancer, perhaps even protecting against depression. Research studies are investigating how its properties can be used to treat mood disorders.
Try making these puddings yourself!
Wholemeal Walnut and Grape Focaccia
Red grapes, walnuts and rosemary combine beautifully in this elegant and wholesome Italian-style bread that is high in anti-oxidants and rich in traditional flavours.
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Chilled Lime Cheesecake
Silken tofu makes a light and creamy filling for this no-bake cheesecake, and the sweet-tart flavour of pomegranate complements it perfectly. If pomegranates aren’t available, use blueberries or raspberries.
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Guilt-Free Chocolate Brownies
Black beans boost the nutritional value of these brownies, adding fibre, minerals, and low glycaemic index carbohydrate to keep you feeling satisfied.
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Ginger and Chocolate Cannellini Bean Cookies
No one will suspect that beans are the main ingredients, or that the fats contained in the cookies are healthy ones from almonds and olive oil. These cookies really are full of surprises!
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Buttermilk Pudding with Mixed Berries
Buttermilk is low in fat, high in calcium and great for cardiovascular health to help maintain a good blood supply to the brain.
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Banana and Raspberry Yogurt Ice Cream
Frozen berries are great for this recipe, and you can use your choice of berries, or a mixture, instead of the raspberries. Yogurt is used here instead of cream for a healthier treat.
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Pear, Cranberry and Ginger Crumble
Full of fibre, anti-oxidants and potassium, versatile pears can be a healthy snack or a superb dessert, as they become wonderfully fragrant when poached. In this crumble, they are combined with anti-oxidant-rich cranberries for a brain-boosting treat.
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