Nutritious No-Bake Desserts To Enjoy the Season And be Healthy During Busy Fall Evenings

Enjoy the fall with healthy, scrumptious desserts that don't require baking or any prior effort. Nutrition and taste guaranteed in every bite!

As the days grow shorter and the evenings cooler, autumn ushers in a season of warmth and coziness. It's the perfect time to enjoy wholesome, indulgent desserts that capture the essence of fall. For busy evenings when time is precious, nutritious no-bake desserts come to the rescue. These desserts prove that indulgence and health can coexist harmoniously. By incorporating seasonal ingredients and creative combinations, these treats offer a taste of autumn's bounty without the fuss of baking. So, as the autumn leaves rustle and the evenings draw near, savor the sweetness of the season with these effortless and wholesome delights. Let them bring warmth to your evenings, nourishment to your body, and a smile to your face, ensuring that the beauty of fall is truly savored, one delicious bite at a time.

1. Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites

Embrace the flavors of autumn with Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites, which offer a burst of fall-inspired goodness and a boost of energy, making them the ideal snack for busy evenings.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cashew butter or almond butter
• ⅓ cup pumpkin
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup pitted dates, chopped
• ¼ cup pecan halves
• 1¼ cup rolled oats
• 3 tbsp toasted unsalted pumpkin seeds
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

• Chop the dates and set aside.
• In a bowl, stir together the nut butter, pumpkin and vanilla.
• Process the dates and pecans in a food processor until fine. Then add the oats, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Process until fully combined.
• Add the pumpkin mixture and process.
• Line a baking tray. Take small scoops of the mixture and roll into balls and place on the tray.
• Refrigerate and serve cold.

2. Apple Pie Parfait

This parfait captures the essence of an apple pie, while providing a dose of protein and fiber, and without the hassle of baking, making it a wholesome dessert option for fall evenings.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups apple, chopped
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1½ cups cookies crumbs like Oreos

Directions:

• In a bowl, add the chopped apples and butter.
• In another bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, sugar, and vanilla.
• Use another bowl to whip the cream until it starts to thicken. Keep whipping till it forms still peaks.
• Gently fold the yogurt mixture into the whipped cream.
• To serve, in the glass or bowl you’re using, put 2 tbsp of the cream mixture at the bottom. Then add cookie crumbs, followed by two more spoons of the cream. After this comes the apple mixture. Keep repeating layers in this way until you’ve reached the top. Top with more cookie crumbs.

3. Pecan Bars

These bars offer a satisfying crunch and recall the sweetness of pecan pies, making them a guilt-free treat for busy fall nights.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 20 pecan shortbread cookies
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter
• Pinch salt

For the pecan filling:

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup corn syrup
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups pecan pieces
• ¼ tsp salt

Directions:

• Line a pan and set aside.
• In a blender, add the cookies, butter and salt. It shouldn't be too fine or powdery, but crunchy. Add this mixture to the bottom of the pan in an even layer. Place in the fridge to set.
• In a pan, add the brown sugar and corn syrup and cook till it comes to a boil.
• Turn off the heat and add the vanilla extract, salt and chopped pecan, and fold it all together.
• Pour this mixture into the pan. Place in the fridge overnight so it can set.
• Slice into squares and serve.

4. Chai Spiced Chia Pudding

This is a comforting blend of spices combined with the nutritional goodness of chia seeds, so you can enjoy a dessert that's rich in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk or unsweetened non-dairy milk
• 4 scoops unflavored collagen peptides
• ½ cup chia seeds
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp grated whole cloves
• ¼ tsp grated cardamom pods
• pinch of ground black pepper

Directions:

• In a bowl, whisk the milk and collagen until dissolved. Add the vanilla extract, maple syrup, and spices and whisk. Add the chia seeds and refrigerate overnight. Serve cold.