Desserts

Desserts are special treats for special occasions. They help us stay on track when we need a lift, but they are not the centerpiece of our way of eating.Most of these desserts contain some form of artificial sweetener. If you are sensitive to AS, please take this into consideration. AS has also been blamed by some people for causing stalls in weight loss.

Sugar Twin and Splenda are both heat-stable, as is Stevia; Equal is not. Those of you who live in Canada may find Sugar Twin made with cyclamates, in either white or brown sugar substitute; this product is not available currently in the United States.

If you choose to substitute a different AS for the one named in a recipe, your results may vary. You may need to adjust the proportions to achieve the desired sweetness. You may find that combining two different forms of AS will give a better flavor than simply increasing the amount used.