Leave the Majority of the Cookies for Santa
The holiday season is here and with it comes the temptation of many delicious holiday treats. Many of these holiday desserts contain ingredients that are harmful for your teeth, but there are a few teeth-healthy alternatives that will protect your oral health while satisfying that sweet tooth.
Xylitol-Sweetened Jam
If your kids are a fan of PB&J sandwiches, you have to try this delicious triple-berry jam made with xylitol instead of sugar. Xylitol is a teeth-friendly alternative that re-mineralizes the enamel on your teeth instead of breaking it down and works to destroy harmful bacteria in the mouth. This sugar-free jam can be used in delicious holiday cookies and sweets or everyday on sandwiches, yogurt, and more!
Keto Marshmallows
If you’re planning to make rice-Krispy treats or other holiday desserts with marshmallows, check out this keto marshmallow recipe that is low-carb and contains no sugar! This recipe calls for monk fruit, but you can also use powdered erythritol or xylitol.
Sugar-Free Sugar Cookies
Yes, you read that right – sugar cookies with the same great sweetness but not the harmful sugar! Sugar cookies are a fan-favorite during the holidays and you can still enjoy these yummy cookies – and the fun that goes into making them – with a xylitol or erythritol sugar-alternative.
Keto Cranberry Sauce
Another popular holiday dish is cranberry sauce, but it can take a lot of sugar to get the right level of sweetness. Swap out that sugar for xylitol or erythritol so you can enjoy your holiday meal without worrying about damaging your teeth.
Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets
Share the love with a holiday giftbag or party platter using Dr. John’s Healthy Sweets. These sugar-free caramels, chocolates, and taffy contain xylitol and are low-calorie! They have many delicious options that are sure to satisfy your candy cravings.
Baking with Xylitol and Erythritol
The possibilities are endless when it comes to the delicious holiday recipes you can create with teeth-friendly alternatives. Sugar and xylitol is not a 1:1 ratio, however, so check out this helpful article for a few baking tips that will keep your guests from knowing the difference in your healthy holiday treats. Another oral health tip for baking is to use a nut-based flour instead of wheat flour. Normal flour is fermentable which means it can break down the enamel on your teeth and create an acidic environment in your mouth.
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