Low GI Sugar Recipes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

In recent times, a lot of lifestyle-related health conditions are on the rise, like hypothyroidism, and PCOS in women and the occurrence of diabetes has significantly been on the rise. 

To maintain a good and healthy life that is free from such health conditions, it is always best to eat healthy, exercise regularly and maintain a stress-free lifestyle. 

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, or are trying to prevent it, you would be aware of the ‘Glycaemic Index’(GI). To simplify this, one needs to avoid the sudden blood sugar spike caused by eating foods that are high in sugar or high in carbohydrates. And opt for foods that have a lower glycaemic index (low GI), as they ease the spike of blood sugar. They are also absorbed slowly in the bloodstream, preventing a sudden blood sugar spike. 

Now if one thinks of foods with low GI, one would assume that eating desserts or sweets would be out of the question! But thankfully, with advancements in the field, we now have a safe and equally delicious alternative to harmful sugar. And that is sugar with Low GI! 

This means that having desserts is possible for diabetics, athletes or even health watchers, without the worry of an abnormal blood sugar spike! The best part is that it can be directly used as a sugar replacement without any changes in measurements. 

We have curated some delectable recipes using Low GI sugar that are a great option. 

Low GI Sugar Fluffy Vanilla Cake 

This vanilla cake has a lower glycaemic index and so is a suitable treat for one and all. It is fluffy and spongy with a rich vanilla flavour and buttercream that just elevates the cake. 

Total Time: 1 hour
Serves: 6-7 servings

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup butter (softened) 
• ¾ cup low GI sugar
• 1/3 cup any vegetable oil
• 3 whole eggs
• 3 egg whites 
• 3 cups maida (can be swapped with wheat flour or almond flour) 
• 3 tsp baking powder 
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract 
• 1 cup buttermilk (preferably not very sour)
• ¼ sour cream

For Butter Cream:

• ½ cup egg whites 
• ¾ cup low GI sugar
• 2 cups butter 
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract 
• 1 tsp Strawberry essence 
• 1 drop of pink food colour (optional) 
• ½ cup sliced strawberries (for garnish) 

Method: 

1. Preheat your oven to 300°C, at the same time, take a large cake tin, grease it with melted butter and dust from flour in it and keep it ready. 
2. Mix the dry ingredients, the flour and baking powder and mix them well. 
3. Take a mixing bowl, or a paddler, whisk the softened butter until it is light and fluffy, now fold in the low GI sugar and whisk that as well. 
4. Now one by one crack the whole eggs, whisking in between each egg. The same is to be followed for the egg whites. 
5. Now add half the flour mix and fold it in very well. Now add half of the buttermilk and mix that well too. 
6. The same process is to be repeated with the remaining quantity of flour and buttermilk. Once everything is well incorporated, add the vanilla essence. 
7. Transfer the batter to the prepared cake tin. Place it in the oven and allow it to bake for 40 minutes or until it is fully cooked. 
8. Insert a toothpick in the cake, and if it comes out dry, it means the cake is fully cooked. 
9. While the cake is baking prepare the buttercream for it. Use an electric whisk if possible. 
10. Whisk in the egg whites along with the low GI sugar. Now add the softened butter and whisk until the mixture becomes soft and fluffy. 
11. Add the vanilla and strawberry essences and mix them well. Add only 1 drop of pink food colour if you like. 
12. Once the egg is baked and cooled, slice it into half horizontally, spread 1/3 of the buttercream on one side and top it with the other half of the cake. Now cover the cake well with the buttercream frosting. 
13. Decorate with slices of fresh strawberry and enjoy fresh or after chilling for a while. 

Low GI Rabri 

When it comes to Indian desserts, one often thinks they are high in calories and high in sugar and fats. Try this simple rabri that works as a lip-smacking treat for everyone watching their sugar intake. 

Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 2 

Ingredients: 

• ¼ cup oats 
• ¼ cup chopped apples
• 2 cups skimmed milk 
• 1 tsp ghee 
• 1 tsp low GI sugar
• ¼ tsp cardamom powder 
• 2 tsp finely chopped mixed dry fruits

Method: 

1. Place a kadhai on medium heat, and melt the ghee in it. Now add the oats and saute them in the ghee for a minute. 
2. Now add the milk and keep stirring until the mixture thickens. 
3. Add the low GI sugar and mix that in well. 
4. Finally, add the cardamom powder and mix well. 
5. Remove from the flame and chill in the refrigerator for some time. 
6. Garnish with chopped dry fruits and serve chilled. 

Low GI Carrot Cake 

Carrots are naturally high in fibre and vitamin A, low in calories and do not cause a spike in blood sugar levels. Try this delectable cake made using carrots and enjoy your Low GI treat. 

Total Time: 1 hour
Serves: 10-12 servings 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup maida 
• ½ oats flour (simply blend oats in a blender)
• 2 tsp baking powder 
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp spice mix (equal quantity of nutmeg powder, cinnamon powder, and cardamom powder) 
• 1 pinch salt 
• 3 cups finely shredded carrots 
• 4 whole eggs 
• 1/2 cup Low GI sugar 
• ½ cup vegetable oil

For Frosting:

• 200ml cream cheese 
• ½ tsp vanilla 
• 1 tsp Low GI Sugar (powdered)
• 1 cup whipping cream

Method: 

1. Set the oven to preheat to 300°C. In the meantime take a large cake tin and grease it with butter, dust some flour over it and keep it aside. 
2. In a bowl, add the maida, oats flour, spice mix, salt, baking powder and baking soda and mix everything well. 
3. In a large mixing bowl, add the wet ingredients, crack the eggs and gently whisk them. Now add the low GI sugar and whisk that in as well. Once the sugar is dissolved, add the vegetable oil and whisk everything into a uniform emulsion. Finally, add the shredded carrots and mix them well. 
4. Now very slowly add the dry ingredients in batches, until a smooth cake batter is formed. 
5. Transfer the batter to the cake mould and place it in the oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the cake is fully baked. You can check by inserting a dry toothpick into the cake, and if it comes out dry, it means the cake is cooked through. 
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a while. Prepare the frosting while the cake cools. 
7. Take an electric whisk, and add the cream cheese to it. Whisk until it turns light and fluffy. Now add the low GI sugar and whisk well until the sugar is well incorporated into the cream. Add the vanilla essence and then add the whipped cream as well. 
8. Give it a quick whisk and keep it aside. 
9. Once the cake is cooled, very gently using a sharp knife, horizontally cut the cake to get two halves, on the lower half of the cake, lather about 1/3rd of the frosting and place the top half on it. 
10. Now cover the cake with the remaining frosting. Keep the cake in the refrigerator until it the time to serve. 

Low-Carb Low-GI Peanut Butter Cookies 

If you love cookies and still want to stay healthy? Try these low-carb cookies that are just as good but are a far healthier option that you can treat yourself to, without any worry of spiking your blood sugar levels. 

Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4-5 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter 
• 1 whole egg
• 1/3 cup low GI sugar
• 1 pinch cinnamon powder (optional) 

Method: 

1. Set the oven on preheat at about 200°C. In the meantime, add the whole egg in a mixing bowl, and whisk it well. Now add the low GI sugar and mix it well. Now add the peanut butter and fold everything together. 
2. You can add a pinch of cinnamon powder if you like. Once the cookie dough consistency is achieved, make some round balls with the cookie dough. Try to prevent cracks in the balls. 
3. Place these cookie balls on a baking tray with a baking sheet on it. 
4. Very gently using a fork, flatten the cookie slightly, so the fork also leaves a design impression on the cookie. 
5. Transfer the baking tray to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. 
6. Remove from the oven and cool them. Enjoy these tasty and healthy treats. 

Low-Carb Low-GI Almond Cinnamon Cookies 

These low-carb and Low GI cookies are a refreshing change from your regular high-carb and high-sugar cookies. 

Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4-5 servings

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup almond flour 
• ½ cup softened butter 
• 1/3 cup Low Gi Sugar 
• 1 whole egg 
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder 
• 2-3 tsp thinly sliced almonds

Method: 

1. Set the oven to preheat to 200°C. 
2. Take a mixing bowl and crack the egg in it, whisk it quickly. Now add the low GI sugar and mix them both very well. 
3. Next, add the softened butter followed by the almond flour. Add the cinnamon powder and mix everything well. 
4. Once you get the cookie dough consistency, scoop out equal quantities of the cookie dough. Roll these scoops into balls, try not to get cracks in the balls. 
5. Place these balls on a baking dish that is lined with baking paper. 
6. Gently flatten the cookies. You can shape them as you like. Then embed some almond slices on each of the cookies. 
7. Transfer the baking tray to the oven, and bake for 10-12 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy. 
8. Allow the cookies to cool and enjoy them.

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