Quick and Easy Low-Fat Recipes Desserts

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DESSERTS

Lemon-Glazed Coffee Cake

Who says you can't eat cake when you're counting calories? This sweet yet tart coffee cake is irresistible, and it has only 100 calories and less than two grams of fat per slice.

1/2 cup unbleached flour

1/2 cup whole-wheat flour

1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup skim milk

1 egg white, lightly beaten

1 tablespoon canola oil

4 tablespoons honey, divided

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Coat a 9" * 5" loaf pan with no-stick spray. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, stir together the unbleached flour, whole-wheat flour, wheat germ, baking powder, lemon peel and cinnamon.

In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg white, oil and 2 tablespoons of the honey. Pour into the bowl with the flour mixture and stir just until combined.

Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool the cake in its pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

In a 1-quart saucepan, stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey and the lemon juice. Heat until warm.

Using the tines of a fork, poke holes over the surface of the cake. Spoon on the honey mixture. Let the cake cool in its pan.

To serve, remove the cake from the pan and cut into 9 slices.

Makes 9 servings.

Per serving: 101 calories, 1.8 g. fat (16% of calories), 1.1 g. dietary fiber, 0 mg. cholesterol, 49 mg. sodium.

Frozen Peach Pops

When the hunger pangs hit, there is nothing more convenient than having a healthy snack waiting for you in your freezer. If you want a selection of flavors to choose from, make different batches using other fruits such as apricots, strawberries or bananas.

3 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced
(about 11/2 cups)

1 cup skim milk

1/4 cup pineapple juice

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla

In food processor or blender, process the peaches, milk, pineapple juice, lemon peel, lemon juice and vanilla until smooth.

Divide the mixture among 4 (6- to 8-ounce) paper cups. Cover with foil and place in the freezer until partially frozen. Insert a wooden Popsicle stick in the center of each and freeze at least 8 hours.

To serve, let the pops stand at room temperature for 5 minutes. Then gently peel off the paper.

Makes 4 servings.

Per serving: 62 calories, 0.2 g. fat (3% of calories), 1.1 g. dietary fiber, 1 mg. cholesterol, 32 mg. sodium.

Angel Food Cake with Blueberries
and Strawberry Sauce

Angel food cake is a best bet for weight watchers because it has no fat. Dress it up with an easy low-cal fruit sauce and extra berries for a dessert you can enjoy without guilt.

3 cups sliced strawberries

2/3 cup apple juice

1 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt

1 angel food cake (12 ounces)

2 cups blueberries

In a food processor or blender, puree the strawberries with the apple juice. Transfer to a medium bowl and fold in the yogurt.

Cut the cake into 12 slices. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the strawberry mixture over each slice. Sprinkle with the blueberries.

Makes 12 servings.

Per serving: 122 calories, 0.3 g. fat (2% of calories), 1.6 g. dietary fiber, 0 mg. cholesterol, 90 mg. sodium.

Microwave Streusel Apples

When you crave a sweet snack or dessert, whip up these apples. They're done in the microwave, so they're ready in no time.

1/2 cup nonfat sour cream

1 tablespoon honey

Pinch of ground cardamom or grated nutmeg

2 large Golden Delicious or other cooking apples

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/4 cup quick-cooking rolled oats

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon diet tub-style margarine, softened

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, honey and cardamom or nutmeg. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cut the apples in half lengthwise and remove the cores with a melon scoop or grapefruit spoon. Rub the cut surfaces with the lemon juice to keep them from discoloring.

In another small bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, margarine and cinnamon. Divide the mixture among the apples and pat into an even layer on each.

Place the apples in a 99 glass pie plate. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Give the plate a quarter turn. Microwave for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the apples are easily pierced with a sharp knife. Let stand for 3 minutes to finish cooking.

Serve with the sour cream sauce.

Makes 4 servings.

Per serving: 183 calories, 2 g. fat (10% of calories), 2.8 g. dietary fiber, 0 mg. cholesterol, 46 mg. sodium.