Upgrade your ingredients with this five-minute sugar-free dessert

Sticking to a healthy diet is often a battle of willpower, particularly for those of us with a stubborn sweet tooth. Although a balanced meal plan helps manage hunger, cravings rarely vanish entirely.

Fitness coach Prakhar Shrivastava recently shared a clever solution on Instagram, proving that weight loss needn't mean misery. He has developed a low-calorie fruit custard that bypasses traditional custard powder and refined sugar.

The secret lies in the base, which swaps processed thickeners for nutrient-dense makhana (fox nuts). Each bowl contains roughly 200 to 230 calories, providing a helpful protein boost of seven to nine grams.

As Prakhar explains, “Sometimes fat loss isn’t about removing sweets. It’s about controlling portions and upgrading ingredients.” This approach allows for a guilt-free indulgence that fits within a daily calorie budget.

Ingredients for sugar-free fruit custard

• ¼ cup makhana
• 1 tbsp crushed dry fruits
• A pinch of saffron
• ¾ cup low-fat milk
• ½ tsp honey (optional)
• Chopped fruits: apple, kiwi, pomegranate, banana, and black grapes

Method of preparation

To make the base, soak the makhana, dry fruits, and saffron in the milk until soft, then blend into a smooth puree with the honey.

Simply pour this creamy mixture over your chopped fruit and leave it to chill in the fridge for 20 minutes. It is a refreshing, fibre-rich alternative to processed puddings that takes less than ten minutes to prepare.

By upgrading the ingredients, you can enjoy a decadent dessert that actually supports your fitness goals.

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.