Low-Sugar Desserts: Healthy Pudding, Cookies & Icing

Healthy dessert recipes don't have to sacrifice flavor; options range from low-glycemic treats to vegan chocolate pudding. Learn how to thicken pudding without cornstarch and make low-sugar frosting with just two ingredients.

How Do I Make Simple Icing Without Vanilla Extract?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Amelia Allonsy

Simple buttercream icing is typically flavored with vanilla extract to add something beyond the sugar and butter flavors, but the vanilla extract can be omitted or substituted for a different flavor. You can still use the icing to top cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more.