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Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Pudding

October 14, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Craving Pumpkin Pie but want to make it a bit healthier? Try these Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Puddings, they can be made ahead of time for a sweet treat at the end of the day!


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Ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk 1%
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons whipped topping
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. In a small bowl combine the milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice blend, salt, and chia seeds.
  2. Mix well until well combined.
  3. Divide mixture into two bowls, mason jars, or other serving ware. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours but preferable 8+ hours.
  4. When ready to eat, top with a tablespoon of whipped topping.
  5. Store in the refrigerator and eat within 3-4 days of making.
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Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Pudding

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 cup (213g)
servings per container 2

Amount per serving
Calories	200					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	8	g			10	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	10	mg			3	%	
Sodium	210	mg			9	%	
Total Carbohydrate	25	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	7	g			25	%	
Total Sugars	13	g					
Added Sugars	5	g			10	%	
Protein	8	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	313	mg			25	%	
Iron	3	mg			15	%	
Potassium	413	mg			8	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: chia, chia seeds, Desserts, fall, pumpkin, pumpkin pie

Banana Split Cake

April 5, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

A banana split that is just over 150 calories per serving, this cake is a sweet treat….cool and refreshing without the brain freeze! 


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20 1/20th of cake
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Ingredients
  • 1 16oz yellow cake mix Sugar Free
  • 3/4 Cup Creek Yogurt Plain, nonfat
  • 1 Cup water
  • 2 egg whites Medium
  • 1.5 Oz instant vanilla pudding fat free, sugar free
  • 2.5 Cups skim milk
  • 3 bananas Medium, Sliced
  • 2 Cups fresh strawberries Sliced
  • 8 Oz Crushed Pineapples canned, in juice, drained
  • 8 Oz whipped topping sugar free, thawed
  • 2 Tbsp dark chocolate baking chips
  • 1/4 Cup sliced almonds
  • 20 maraschino cherries canned, drained
Servings: 1/20th of cake
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  1. Preheat oven to temperature called for on the cake mix box. Use a 9 x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, yogurt, water, and egg whites. Mix with electric mixer until combined and then mix on medium for about 2 minutes. Pour into the baking dish and bake according to the cake mix directions.
  3. Allow the cake to cool completely. Use a fork or end of a wooden spoon to pierce cake in rows, about ½ inches apart.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding and skim milk.
  5. Pour pudding over cake, wiggle dish to help pudding settle into holes.
  6. Arrange sliced bananas, strawberries and drained crushed pineapple evenly over the pudding.
  7. Spread thawed whipped topping over fruit and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.
  8. Note: Keep cake refrigerated. Can store for 2 days, covered in refrigerator.
Recipe Notes

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One serving of Banana Split Cake provides 13.7% Daily Value of Vitamin C 

Maraschino cherries may contain added sugars  

One serving of Banana Split Cake includes approximately 1.5 grams or 3% DV of added sugars

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Tropical Fruit Salad

March 14, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Our refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad is a quick and easy option for dessert or a sweet midday treat! Eat it right after making or pop it in the freezer for an ice cream-like texture!


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Ingredients
  • 0.5 ounce instant vanilla pudding sugar free, fat free
  • 1/2 cup milk skim
  • 2 cups whipped topping fat free
  • 3 Tablespoons coconut flakes unsweetened
  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple frozen, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups mango frozen, cubed
  • 1 cup bananas frozen, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups peaches frozen, cubed
  • 3 Tablespoons pecans chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. Remove fruit and whipped topping from the freezer and thaw to your liking.
  3. Add your pudding mix and skim milk to a large bowl and mix until well combined and there are minimal lumps.
  4. Once the pudding is done, add the whipped topping to the bowl. Fold pudding and whipped topping to combine.
  5. Next, add in the coconut flakes, thawed pineapple, mango, bananas, and peaches, and mix all together.
  6. Top off the fruit salad with chopped pecans and serve.
  7. Note: Fruit salad can be served as is or frozen to eat at an ice cream consistency. Fruit salad stores well in the refrigerator for 2 days (more time may experience the separation of ingredients) or in the freezer for 1 week.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts, mango, peach, peaches, pineapple, Snacks, spring, summer

Pumpkin Cheesecake No Bake

October 14, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Oh, my Gourd! This No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake is a great go-to for an easy pumpkin dessert.


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8 slices
Ingredients
Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Plain
  • 2 Tablespoons butter Unsalted, Melted
Cheesecake
  • 8 ounces whipped topping Fat Free, Thawed
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Fat Free
  • 1 cup vanilla greek yogurt Nonfat
  • 1 ounce Cheesecake Instant Pudding Mix Fat Free, Sugar Free
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Servings: slices
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  1. Clean and prep baking area.
  2. Add melted butter to graham cracker crumbs and mix until well combined.
  3. Transfer buttered graham cracker crumbs into a pie dish or Springform baking pan and press them tightly into the bottom of the pan. Place pan into the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to chill.
  4. In a large bowl, add whipped topping, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt and mix until well-combined using a handheld mixer.
  5. Add the instant pudding mix to the bowl and mix until smooth. Add in pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until well-combined.
  6. Remove pie pan from refrigerator and place mixture on top of crust. Ensure the mixture is evenly distributed.
  7. Place pie in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours or freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  8. *Consistency of pie mixture will depend on time refrigerated or frozen*
  9. Serve and enjoy!
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Lemon Berry Almond Cake

June 17, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a summer treat that is oh so BERRY sweet? Our Lemon Berry Almond Cake combines a light lemony cake topped with fresh Texas berries!


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Ingredients
Cake
  • 16.5 ounce Classic white box cake mix
  • 1 ounce Lemon instant pudding mix fat free, sugar free
  • 6 ounces nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
  • 3 each egg whites
  • 1 1/2 cup water
Topping
  • 1 ounce Vanilla instant pudding mix fat free, sugar free
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 8 ounces whipped topping thawed, fat free
  • 2 Tablespoons almonds sliced
  • 1/3 cup Blackberries halved
  • 1/3 cup raspberries halved
  • 1/3 cup blueberries whole
  • 1/3 cup strawberries chopped
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, lemon pudding, yogurt, egg whites, and water. Mix contents together for 3-5 minutes until well blended.
  3. Spray a 9x11 baking pan using a non-stick cooking spray.
  4. Pour cake batter into the cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  5. To begin the topping, place the vanilla pudding and milk in a medium mixing bowl and combine. Once mixed, fold in the thawed whipped topping.
  6. Once the cake is done and cooled, add cake topping. Finally, top the cake with almonds and berries. Serve and enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almond, berries, cake, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts, strawberries, summer

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