1. Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse doesn't exactly scream "diet food," but this version can help you shed those pounds. According to Clinton, "Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse, topped with fresh strawberries, is low in calories, full of protein, and doesn’t include any refined sugars."
She explains that cottage cheese plays a powerful role in weight loss because it’s "very high in protein, which helps keep you full,” while also helping "stabilize blood sugar, reduce the desire to snack, and preserve lean muscle." Cocoa powder delivers rich chocolate flavor without added sugar, and strawberries keep calories low while adding fiber.
"To make the recipe, you will blend 2% milk fat cottage cheese with cocoa powder, pure maple syrup or monk fruit, and vanilla extract until it’s smooth and creamy. Pour into containers, chill, and top with sliced strawberries!" she instructs. Perfect!
2. Monk Fruit–Sweetened Pavlova With Berries
If you’re craving something light and airy, pavlova can be surprisingly waistline-friendly. "Pavlova is basically just baked egg whites, making it an extremely low-calorie dessert, especially if you’re using a zero-calorie sweetener," Clinton says.
Because egg whites are nearly pure protein, this dessert is "high in volume, filling, and very low in calories." Clinton also notes that using monk fruit or stevia instead of sugar "will help with dessert causing blood sugar spikes that can then cause cravings." A simple berry topping adds fiber and antioxidants without piling on calories.
Here's how it's done: "To make this pavlova, whip the egg whites until stiff with cream of tartar, then slowly add in the sweetener. Bake on low for a while until it’s crispy on the outside with a soft middle! Spoon the warm berry compote over the dessert for a delicious dessert that’s low in calories, sugar, and so delicious!" Yum!
3. Greek Yogurt Bark With Toppings
This frozen treat might look like cand, but it delivers serious nutritional benefits—and none of that added sugar. "Greek Yogurt Bark with Toppings is a great recipe for weight loss," Clinton says, noting that it's simply frozen Greek yogurt dressed up with smart add-ins.
To make this recipe, she says, "Spread Greek Yogurt on a parchment-lined baking sheet and top with your favorite ingredients, like blueberries, chia seeds, and a drizzle of refined-sugar-free chocolate. Freeze completely, then break into bark.
Greek yogurt is "very high in protein & low in calories," making it especially helpful for staying full. Clinton also points out that because the dessert is frozen, "you naturally eat more slowly, which can help prevent overeating"—a small detail that can make a big difference.
4. Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
Cheesecake usually feels like a no-go during weight loss, but Clinton insists this version earns its place. "I know what you’re thinking, cheesecake and weight loss don’t go hand-in-hand, but this cheesecake does!" she says.
The secret is swapping traditional cream cheese for Greek yogurt and using monk fruit instead of sugar. The result is a dessert "filled with protein from the eggs and Greek yogurt," sweetened without adding unnecessary calories—and still rich enough to feel like the real thing.
All it takes is blending Greek yogurt, eggs, monk fruit sweetener, and vanilla until smooth. Then, she instructs, "Line a round baking pan or springform pan with parchment and bake until just set. Allow the cheesecake to chill completely, slice, and top with fresh berries!" Sign us up!
5. Blueberry Greek Yogurt Clusters
These bite-size frozen clusters hit the sweet spot between dessert and snack. "They taste delicious, they’re low in sugar, high in protein, and keep calories in check," Clinton says. Sounds like our dream dessert!
Greek yogurt provides the protein, while freezing the clusters helps with portion control. As Clinton explains, freezing "may help people avoid overeating," making these an easy option for curbing cravings without mindless snacking.
"To make the recipe, mix Greek yogurt with frozen blueberries, freeze in clusters, then coat in refined-sugar-free white chocolate."
6. Strawberry Protein Milkshake
A milkshake for weight loss? Yes, please! Milkshakes are typically calorie bombs, but this version proves they don’t have to be. "This one tastes just like a strawberry milkshake and is packed with protein and low in calories because of the Greek yogurt and vanilla protein powder," Clinton says.
Simply blend Greek yogurt, your favorite vanilla protein powder, frozen strawberries, vanilla protein powder, and unsweetened almond or unsweetened coconut milk, she says. So easy!
Fresh strawberries add natural sweetness without refined sugar, and the protein content makes this dessert especially filling. Clinton notes that "these high-protein shakes help reduce hunger and eliminate snacking," making them a smart choice when cravings hit.