On GLP-1 treatment, heavy desserts are often poorly tolerated. These 5 light options satisfy sweet cravings while respecting digestion.
1. Dark chocolate mousse (2 ingredients)
Melt 100 g 70% dark chocolate. Whisk 3 egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold in chocolate. Chill 2h. Protein: 8 g per serving (4 servings).
2. Light almond milk panna cotta
Heat 400 ml almond milk with 2 tablespoons honey and vanilla. Add 2 softened gelatin sheets. Pour into glasses, chill 4h. Protein: 4 g.
3. Berry granita
Blend 300 g frozen berries with lemon juice and 2 tablespoons honey. Pour into dish, freeze 2h, scraping with fork every 30 min. Protein: 2 g.
Refreshing and very light. Cold often soothes GLP-1 nausea.
4. Homemade cinnamon applesauce
Cook 4 peeled, chopped apples with cinnamon stick and water. Mash roughly. Serve warm or cold. Protein: 1 g.
5. Frozen fruit yogurt
Blend 300 g Greek yogurt with 200 g mango (or strawberries) and 2 tablespoons honey. Freeze 4h, stirring twice. Protein: 12 g.
Desserts and GLP-1: the rules
Avoid very sweet or fatty desserts. Prefer fruit, dark chocolate, Greek yogurt. Eat small portions and wait 20 minutes before having more.