Ever crave your favorite candy bar or dessert and wish there was a healthy alternative? This recipe round-up will give you all the sweetness of your favorite treats without the added calories. When it comes to satisfying a sweet tooth, you can try to resist the urge (until you finally give in), or you can make a smart swap from the high-fat, high-sugar dessert to a decadent treat that will satisfy your craving while keeping you on track with your weight and health goals.

Here’s a round-up of treat-inspired shakes and puddings. No matter what you’re craving, we’ve got a healthy substitute for you!
 

Decision-Free® Recipes

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER SHAKE
Peanut butter and chocolate make a great pair. Skip the traditional peanut butter cup and enjoy this chocolate peanut butter shake for half the calories and all the flavor.

TOOTSIE POP SHAKE
Remember those old-school classic Tootsie Roll® Pops? Try this recipe with all the familiar flavors and no sticky mess!

SNICKERS BAR SHAKE
Fun size isn’t so fun when only 2 small pieces of candy adds up to 160 calories. Get 10 times the volume for only 120 calories with this Snickers® Bar Shake.

ALMOND JOY PUDDING
“Unwrap paradise” in pudding form. Five simple ingredients will have you sipping the flavors of an Almond Joy®, minus the guilt!

CHOCOLATE MOUNDS SHAKE
This shake brings all the flavors of the classic Mounds® Bar - chocolate and coconut - in a high-volume, filling smoothie.

RED VELVET ICE CREAM
It’s hard to say no to a slice of red velvet cake, unless you have this healthier alternative. This Red Velvet Ice Cream tastes just like the real thing, at only 155 calories (that's less than a sliver of cake)!

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE COOKIE BATTER PUDDING
Sometimes the batter is better than the cookie! And with only 3 ingredients, you can whip up this peanut butter chocolate pudding for a cookie batter treat with only 125 calories for the whole bowl!

CINNAMON ROLL SHAKE
Skip the trip to the mall with this cinnamon-y sweet smoothie recipe. At just 145 calories compared to 400 for a typical cinnamon bun, this swap is a no-brainer!

Healthy Solutions® Diet

CHOCOLATE CHUNKIE MONKIE SHAKE
This thick shake is filled with chocolate, banana, and nutty chunky goodness! Compared to the typical chunky monkey ice cream at 600 calories for 1 cup, this low-cal alternative is the perfect afternoon pick-me-up or evening treat.

CARROT CAKE SHAKE
Rich, creamy, and smooth. This sweet shake will have you feeling like you’re enjoying the real cake for breakfast.

WEDDING CAKE SHAKE
Every day is a reason for cake when you’ve got this festive shake. 4 ingredients and just over 200 calories will keep your taste buds happy and your goals in check.

CARAMEL APPLE SHAKE
1 apple for 300 calories? No thanks! Swap in this Caramel Apple Shake for the same festive flavors and double the volume (and less calories)!

PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE
This creamy vanilla and pumpkin shake will have you saying “pumpkin pie who?” With a hint of vanilla and a dash of cinnamon, it’s perfect for any time of the year.
 

Step aside cake and candy! There’s a new treat in town. Check out the HMR recipes page for more shake and entree inspiration!