We vow to exercise, eat better, and do a laundry list of things to get healthier.
It’s a little trickyespecially when we’re surrounded by so many divine Southern desserts.
It’s hard to say no to a slice of chess pie or toweringlayer cake.
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But thankfully, there are better-for-you desserts that still deliver on the sweets.
Don’t believe a dessert can be healthy and still taste good?
Wait until you taste our Spiced Plum Compote and Chocolate-Pecan Tassies.
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We promise you won’t feel like you’re missing anything.
Plus, healthy doesn’t always mean substituting ingredients.
Here’s to a healthier yearand you.
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A baked pear with just a little cinnamon is guaranteed to be sweet and delicious.
Raspberry Crumble Bars
Who can resist a fruit crumble?
All this, and it’s lower in fat and calories than traditional versions.
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These make greatindividual party desserts, or make the pudding in an 8-inch square pan.
We love it with extra wafers.
Chocolate-Pecan Tassies
Healthy isn’t just about ingredients.
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It’s also about portion sizes.
Whip up these little tassies and they’re a satisfying, bite-sized treat after dinner.
You get the richness of a slice of pecan pie in a healthier (and cuter) size.
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Serve with or without the glaze.
Everyone loves mini Bundts, so they’re perfect for entertaining too.
double-check to enjoy a cupful of it warm, too.
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And that frostingmascarpone and cream cheese?
Winter Blackberry Cobbler
Frozen berries make this recipe a possibilityin the cold months.
The minimal pastry allows the fruit to shine and limits the amount of sugar and butter you’ll consume.
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Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler
Peaches in January?
Yes, thanks to the frozen section.
And making it gluten-free ensures all can enjoy it.
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The presentation is simply beautiful too.
Fresh Fruit Salad
This is the one instance in which salad can be a dessert.
Choose your favorite fruit medley and garnish it with fresh mint leaves and a drizzle of honey.
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Blueberry Chiffon Mini Pies
These smaller portioned mini pies are bursting with fruity flavor.
Start with a refrigerated pie crust cut into mini circles.
Gelatin and mascarpone cheese ensure a smooth, creamy blueberry filling.
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The orange icing drizzle can be omitted, or use as little or as much as you want.
Use any combination of berries that you likeit will bake up to jammy perfection.
After one bite, you wont missice cream.
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This recipe can also be used to make other variations, including peach and blackberry granita.
Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
you’re able to have cheesecake anytime a craving strikes.
Simply fill fresh strawberries with sweetened cream cheese and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
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Petite Blueberry Cheesecakes
Top these two-bite wonders with any berry or preserves you like.
you might bake and freeze these ahead of time.
Just top before serving.
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you might make these in classic popsicle molds for anold-school treat.
Strawberry Galette
Move over, pie.
This simple and stunning dessert lets ripe strawberries shine.
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A lightly sweetened crust envelops the sliced berries.
Serve warm with a drizzle of honey.
Meyer Lemon Cheesecake Bars
These lemony bars are a great make-ahead treat.
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Use fresh orange juice and zest instead of lemon for a different flavor profile.
Top with blueberries for additional healthy sweetness (and a pop of contrasting color).
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