8 Better-For-You Sweet Treats to Share This Fall
Sweeten Your Fall: Better-for-You Plant-Powered Desserts
Fall is the season of cozy flavors and sweet traditions, but dessert doesn’t have to mean overindulging or skipping out on nourishment. This year, you can enjoy treats that feel festive and fun while still being made with wholesome, plant-powered ingredients. We’ve gathered a collection of better-for-you desserts that bring all the satisfaction of your seasonal favorites, without the heavy sugars, dairy, or compromise.
Whether you’re looking for a playful treat to share, a lighter sweet bite after dinner, or a fun recipe to make with loved ones, these creations prove that dessert can be both delicious and nourishing.
1. Apple Donut Rings
Crisp apple slices get a wholesome, indulgent upgrade with a layer of creamy nut butter, our PLANTSTRONG Apple Pie Granola (or your granola of choice) and a sprinkle of chocolate chips. No baking required, these fun, plant-powered “donut rings” are naturally sweet, satisfyingly crunchy, and perfect for snacking anytime after school, midday, or even as a little nighttime treat.
2. Crunchy Chocolate Covered Raspberry Bites
These bite-sized treats are proof that simple can be spectacular. With a crunchy chocolate coating, a juicy raspberry center, and a sprinkle of our PLANTSTRONG Dark Chocolate Granola (or your granola of choice) for texture, they strike the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and satisfying. Stash them in your freezer and you’ll always have a wholesome, better-for-you dessert ready whenever the craving hits.
3. Halloween Sweet Potato Pancakes
Bring a little spooky fun to the breakfast table with these Halloween-inspired pancakes! Made with our PLANTSTRONG Sweet Potato Pancake & Waffle Mix (or your pancake mix of choice) they’re soft, flavorful, and easy to dress up with festive shapes and designs. Perfect for kids and adults alike, these playful pancakes make Halloween morning (or any fall weekend) a little more magical, without sacrificing the wholesome ingredients you love.
4. Chocolate Granola Cups
These chocolatey cups are the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and satisfying. Packed with our PLANTSTRONG Dark Chocolate Granola, nutty almond butter, and a touch of fruit and flax, they’re a nourishing upgrade to your usual treat. Make a batch ahead of time and keep them in the fridge. You'll love having a wholesome, ready-to-grab dessert anytime a craving strikes.
5. Apple Nachos
Crisp apple slices get a serious upgrade with a drizzle of creamy date caramel, a sprinkle of chocolate, and a crunchy layer of our PLANTSTRONG All-American Apple Pie Granola (or your granola of choice). Sweet, tart, and perfectly textured, this fun snack comes together in minutes and tastes indulgent while staying totally wholesome. It’s a shareable treat that everyone will love. Bonus points for no forks required!
6. Stuffed Dates
These stuffed dates are a naturally sweet treat that hits all the right notes. From chocolatey and indulgent to cozy apple pie flavors or crunchy banana goodness made from our PLANTSTRONG Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Granola, each bite is packed with whole food ingredients and free from refined sugar or oil. Quick to make and full of fiber, they’re a simple, wholesome way to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromise.
7. Tahini Banana Bark
A combination of sweet, creamy bananas meets nutty tahini, PLANTSTRONG granola of choice, and a drizzle of chocolate in this freezer-friendly treat. Topped with sesame seeds for extra texture, each bite is naturally sweet, satisfyingly crunchy, and packed with plant-powered protein and fiber. Perfect for a grab-and-go snack, a wholesome dessert, or a fun addition to brunch, it's an indulgence you can feel good about.
8. Waffle Pops
These playful waffle pops turn classic waffles into a fun, handheld treat! Made with any of our PLANTSTRONG Pancake & Waffle Mix of choice (or your own favorite mix), they’re easy to cook, stick, and top with wholesome, plant-powered ingredients. From fruity to chocolatey to crunchy, these customizable bites are perfect for kids, brunch, or any time you want a fun, better-for-you treat.
Whether you’re craving a sweet snack, a fun treat to share, or a naturally indulgent dessert, these plant-powered recipes make it easy to enjoy the flavors of fall. Get creative with fruit and fall flavors, and savor a season full of better-for-you, plant-powered treats.
