15 No-Added-Sugar Desserts for a Refreshing Summer Treat By Morgan Durick Morgan Durick Morgan Durick works as an editorial apprentice for EatingWell. She's currently wrapping up her college years as a senior at Iowa State University studying journalism and mass communications. When she isn't working, or thinking about what's for lunch, you can find her studying in her favorite coffee shop, snuggling with her puppies, Hank and Hippo, strolling to class with an oat milk latte in tow or soaking up precious time with her people. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 20, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD Reviewed by Dietitian Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD Christa Brown is a registered dietitian and business owner with a practice focus on diabetes management and content development for brands and fitness influencers. She is a licensed dietitian with a Master of Science in Nutrition Education and a certification in gut health by the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close With hot days ahead, we're already dreaming of all the delicious ways we'll keep cool this summer. Whether you pair them with a dip in the pool or a picnic in the shade, these refreshing treats are perfect to accompany all the fun. They are no-added-sugar desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you cool all season long. From 2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream to Piña Colada Nice Cream, you won't be able to get enough of these chilled sweets during the dog days of summer. If you're planning to be at the beach or park all day, many of these desserts can be put in a cooler packed with ice, but for frozen pops, ice cream and nice cream, you'll have to up the chill factor, and it will involve a well-insulated cooler. (Note: For frozen pops, consider longer, thinner molds; this shape helps prevent them from melting too fast, especially while eating them in hot weather. Love any of these recipes? Tap "Save" to add them to MyRecipes, your new, free recipe box for EatingWell. 01 of 15 2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream View Recipe Save Whir up frozen bananas into an "ice cream" without the cream! Peanut butter adds a natural swirl of flavor for a sweet and satisfying dessert with no added sugar. 02 of 15 Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl View Recipe Save This healthy smoothie recipe is a gateway to the smoothie-bowl craze. Use whatever fruit, nuts and seeds you like best to make it your own. Be sure to use frozen fruit in Step 1 to yield a creamy, frosty base for the toppings. 03 of 15 Piña Colada Nice Cream View Recipe Save Get all the tropical flavors you love in a piña colada in this creamy dairy-free dessert. This ice cream alternative gets its sweetness from pineapple and coconut and is just as delicious with or without the optional rum. Either way, it's sure to put you in a beachy state of mind—not bad for a treat that takes only 10 minutes to whip up in your food processor. 04 of 15 Pineapple Nice Cream View Recipe Save All-fruit, dairy-free and with no added sugar—these are the hallmarks of nice cream, a healthy alternative to ice cream. This pineapple nice cream has tropical flavors, thanks to a hit of mango and lime. It takes just minutes to make this naturally sweet frozen dessert in the food processor or a blender. Enjoy it alone, or top with fresh fruit and toasted coconut. 05 of 15 Fresh Fruit Salad View Recipe Save This refreshing fruit salad is a classic combination that will be the favorite at any potluck or cookout. Serve with a creamy yogurt dressing to take this side (or dessert) to the next level. 06 of 15 Mango Fruit Leather View Recipe Save This no-sugar-added fruit snack is a healthy treat kids and adults will both love. It's perfect for packing in a lunchbox for school or work or just enjoying as a snack or better-for-you dessert at home. 07 of 15 Peanut Butter & Hemp Banana View Recipe Save Johnny Autry Hempseeds add texture and nuttiness to this easy three-ingredient snack. Either creamy or crunchy peanut butter works well here. 08 of 15 Watermelon with Lime View Recipe Save A hit of lime zest and crunchy salt flakes on ripe watermelon is an addicting, salty-sweet way to enjoy a refreshing and hydrating snack. Pair it with a few pistachios for a protein boost. 09 of 15 Strawberry-Mango Nice Cream View Recipe Save This creamy strawberry-mango nice cream is a delicious healthy ice cream alternative. It's all fruit, dairy-free, vegan and contains no added sugar. And this three-ingredient dessert is super-fast and easy to prep. Serve it as a snack or light dessert on the hottest days of the summer—or any time you want a refreshing treat. 10 of 15 Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl View Recipe Save A little frozen banana gives creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl. 11 of 15 Apple with Cinnamon Almond Butter View Recipe Save With a pinch of cinnamon, this healthy snack goes from basic to brilliant. 12 of 15 Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie View Recipe Save Blend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that's so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture. 13 of 15 Watermelon Juice View Recipe Save Clean and simple, it just takes a blender to whip up this watermelon juice. You can enjoy this refreshing drink with no added sugar on its own, or jazz it up with one of our variations. 14 of 15 Peanut Butter & Chocolate Banana Smoothie View Recipe Save Whir up frozen bananas with peanut butter and cocoa in this sweet, creamy drink recipe to get all the delicious flavors of a milkshake with the health benefits of a smoothie. 15 of 15 Strawberry-Blueberry-Banana Smoothie View Recipe Save A smoothie with strawberries, blueberries and banana is delicately sweet and entirely kid-friendly, even with a boost of protein from hempseeds. Freeze the fruits ahead of time for an extra-frosty texture once blended. Explore more: Lifestyle Diets Low-Sugar Low-Sugar Desserts Low-Added Sugar Dessert Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit