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Recipes for Diabetics

Recipes for Diabetics

Recipes that fall into certain diabetic guidelines. Always check with a healthcare professional if you have medical dietary needs.



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recipe for diabetic holiday eggnog

Diabetic Holiday Eggnog

This eggnog recipe is a great way to enjoy the classic festive favorite without all of the added sugar. The creamy texture and warm spices give it an inviting flavor that...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sugar free ketchup

Sugar Free Ketchup

It's crazy how much sugar is in commercially made ketchup. This homemade variety is sugar-free, and fresher tasting too.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sugar free chocolate ice cream

Sugar Free Chocolate Ice Cream

Lower fat and sugar free, yet still creamy and chocolately. A perfect way to indulge and satisfy that sweet tooth, without the guilt.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sugar free applesauce

Sugar Free Applesauce

Packaged applesauce is usually packed with high fructose corn syrup, but this homemade version is plenty flavorful without all the added sugar.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for splenda pumpkin cheesecake

Splenda Pumpkin Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, pumpkin, eggs, evaporated milk, sugar substitute, cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for whole-wheat sponge cake

Whole-Wheat Sponge Cake

Made with eggs, brown sugar, water, vanilla extract, lemon extract, almond extract, whole wheat flour, salt, cream of tartar, frozen berries

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic grilled cheese sandwich

Diabetic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Made with milk, light cheddar cheese, whole wheat bread, margarine, egg substitute

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic vanilla candied yams

Diabetic Vanilla Candied Yams

Made with water, margarine, nutmeg, yams or sweet potatoes, sugar substitute, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lemon herb seasoning (salt substitute)

Lemon Herb Seasoning (Salt Substitute)

Made with lemon rind, dried oregano, black pepper, dried onion, celery seed, dried basil, garlic powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spanish black bean soup

Spanish Black Bean Soup

Made with oregano, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, red bell pepper, carrot, black beans, chicken broth, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for diabetic banana bread

Diabetic Banana Bread

Made with bananas, vinegar, milk, sugar, sugar substitute, margarine, egg, egg whites, baking soda, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for diabetic crustless spinach quiche

Diabetic Crustless Spinach Quiche

Made with cooking spray, frozen chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, egg substitute, eggs, egg whites, onion, salt and pepper, nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic marble pound cake

Diabetic Marble Pound Cake

Made with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, evaporated whole milk, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, margarine, granulated sugar substitute, egg substitute

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for splenda cheesecake

Splenda Cheesecake

Made with eggs, ground cloves, cinnamon, graham cracker crumbs, gingersnap crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sour cream, sugar substitute, bananas

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for diabetic vegetable stir-fry

Diabetic Vegetable Stir-Fry

Made with sesame oil, fresh ginger, garlic, carrots, mushrooms, bean paste, water, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp and fish gumbo

Shrimp And Fish Gumbo

Made with water, shrimp, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chicken or fish bouillon granules, stewed tomatoes, frozen okra, dried thyme, dried savory

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic sausage-cheese balls

Diabetic Sausage-Cheese Balls

Made with turkey breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, ground red pepper, baking mix

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for diabetic old time custard pie

Diabetic Old Time Custard Pie

Made with ground nutmeg, water, nonfat dry milk powder, vanilla extract, unbaked pie crust, eggs, pourable Sugar Twin

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for colorful slow cooker chicken stew

Colorful Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Made with sugar, boneless skinless chicken breasts, Italian diced tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, green bell pepper, mushroom stems and pieces, chicken...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for diabetic low fat nachos

Diabetic Low Fat Nachos

Made with pickled jalapeno peppers, cilantro, tortilla chips, Cheddar cheese, green chiles, tomato, black olives, green onion

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lemon spinach couscous

Lemon Spinach Couscous

Made with lemon wedges, baby spinach leaves, olive oil, red bell pepper, garlic, water, salt, black pepper, whole wheat couscous, lemon peel

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic amish sugar cookies

Diabetic Amish Sugar Cookies

Made with sugar, powdered sugar, margarine, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, lemon or almond flavoring, all-purpose flour, water, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for braised turkey thighs

Braised Turkey Thighs

Made with chicken broth, onion, celery, carrots, ketchup, salt, paprika, black pepper, turkey thighs, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for diabetic applesauce and raisin bars

Diabetic Applesauce And Raisin Bars

Made with walnuts, margarine, granular sugar substitute, egg, applesauce, all-purpose flour, baking soda, apple pie spice, salt, raisins

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic whole-wheat pumpkin muffins

Diabetic Whole-Wheat Pumpkin Muffins

Made with sugar, salt, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin, canola oil, honey, frozen apple juice concentrate

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sugarless southern pecan pie

Sugarless Southern Pecan Pie

Made with pecan, coffee or espresso, vanilla extract, pie shell, sweetener, cornmeal, applesauce, water, cornstarch, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for diabetic custard brulee

Diabetic Custard Brulee

Made with brown sugar, milk, eggs, egg whites, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for glorified rice

Glorified Rice

Made with heavy cream, maraschino cherries, pineapple juice, rice, crushed pineapple, fruit flavored gelatin, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for diabetic fudge

Diabetic Fudge

Made with nuts, vanilla extract, unflavored gelatin powder, unsweetened chocolate, cinnamon, sugar substitute, water, evaporated milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for diabetic chocolate sponge cake

Diabetic Chocolate Sponge Cake

Made with eggs, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, sugar, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, chocolate flavoring

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for diabetic chicken-broccoli quiche

Diabetic Chicken-Broccoli Quiche

Made with half & half, egg substitute, broccoli florets, Swiss cheese, chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tuna melt

Tuna Melt

Made with Cheddar cheese, English muffins, chunk white tuna packed in water, green onions, coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dried dill weed

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for diabetic candy apple

Diabetic Candy Apple

Made with frozen nondairy whipped topping, Granny Smith apple, cherry gelatin powder, diet cherry cola

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic deviled eggs

Diabetic Deviled Eggs

Made with salt and pepper, hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, ham


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic maple glazed sweet potatoes

Diabetic Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Made with miniature marshmallows, sweet potatoes, crushed pineapple, maple syrup

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for diabetic sour cream spice cake

Diabetic Sour Cream Spice Cake

Made with brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ground cloves, nutmeg, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, water

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic cream cheese mints

Diabetic Cream Cheese Mints

Made with food coloring, cream cheese, powdered sugar substitute, water, mint flavoring


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low carb chocolate kisses

Low Carb Chocolate Kisses

Made with sugar substitute, Stevia, butter, unsweetened chocolate


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for diabetic lemon chiffon pie

Diabetic Lemon Chiffon Pie

Made with graham cracker crust, water, unflavored gelatin powder, egg, egg yolks, granular sugar substitute, lemon juice, lemon rind, egg whites

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for diabetic apricot-ginger chicken

Diabetic Apricot-Ginger Chicken

Made with chicken broth, apricot fruit spread, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ground ginger, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, boneless skinless chicken breast

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for apple pie (sugarless)

Apple Pie (Sugarless)

Made with flour, cinnamon, frozen sugarless apple juice, salt, butter or oleo, apples, cinnamon oil, red food coloring

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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