I'm so glad to hear others' opinions about Malitol. I hate it! I think it's evil.
Well maybe not evil, but if I eat any during they day, I'm not enoyable to be around that evening--I get horrible gas and stomach cramps! It was weird how my body has reacted to sugar alcohols. When I first started eating it (about 2 years ago), I didn't have a problem, but it's almost like my body built up an intolerance to it (which is the opposite of what the experts claim happens with sugar alcohols).
In a way it's good though, as it keeps me from eating all of the "low-carb" cookies, brownies, carmel-nut-ooey-gooey-chocolate covered protein bars that they have out now. Not only does it save me money, but also calories! I does limit my options for protein/don't have time for a meal bars. I have found one with out malitol and I can't remember the brand, but it comes in a great honey almond flavor.
When I'm craving something sweet, I would second Dottiejon and reccomend jello--especially during the summer. Sometimes I whip up heavy cream with splenda and cinnamon. It makes a nice mousse and freezing it works too. Depending on how many carbs you're looking for, a small bowl of kettle korn (popcorn seasoned with splenda or commerical brand) is satisfying. I also like frozen crystal light pink lemondade. It makes a nice slushee.
I have a great recipe book--Extreme Low Carb Cuisine (I haven't been to the recipe forum yet, so I don't know if any of these recipes are posted) that has a ton of "sweet" recipes. Here's a quick one:
"Fake Fudge"
Microwave 2 tablespoons of cream cheese for 20 sec. Add 1/2 Tablespoon of cream, 1 packet of Splenda, 1/4 teaspoon of stevia plus (found at GNC or other health food stores) and 1/2 Tablespoon of cocoa powder. Stir well and eat off the spoon!
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