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Strawberry Banana Shortcake

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Summertime was made for fun in the sun and the occasional sweet after an evening meal. You don’t have to discourage desserts at the dinner table when it comes to this low-fat dessert: Strawberry Banana Shortcake.

The Angel Food Cake recipe comes from our friends over at the USDA, check out the original recipe here, dress it up a little bit with our toppings!


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Angel Food Cake
Strawberry Banana Topping
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Angel Food Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 325F. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until they are foamy (not stiff).
  2. Add the cream of tartar, and beat until stiff.
  3. Gradually beat in ½ C of sugar at a time until smoothly combined.
  4. Mix in vanilla.
  5. Mix in Salt.
  6. Gently fold in the flour.
  7. Pour the angel food cake mixture into an angel food tubular pan.*
  8. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned.
Strawberry Banana Topping
  1. Add 1 lb. sliced strawberries and 3 sliced bananas to a bowl. Mix with 1 Tbsp. lemon juice.
  2. Add to the top of cooled angel food cake. Top with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!
  3. Tips: *For easy cake pan removal, try using parchment paper in the bottom of the pan.
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Grilled Pineapple with Whipped Fruit Dip

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This Grilled Pineapple with Whipped Topping Recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser the next time you pull out the grill.

Grilled Pineapple with Whipped Fruit Dip
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Fruit
Whipped Fruit Dip
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  1. Make sure to start with a clean surface and clean hands
  2. Begin by heating up your grill to 450 degrees
  3. Slice pineapple into 12 wedges
  4. Place pineapple on grill and grill on each side for 4 minutes (8 minutes total).
  5. While pineapple is grilling, start by whipping the nonfat Greek Yogurt for 30 seconds on low and then for 2 minutes on a high speed.
  6. Add heavy whipping cream. Again, mix on low speed for 30 seconds and increase speed to high setting for 2 minutes.
  7. Add vanilla and agave and whip on high for another 2 minutes or until peaks are fluffy.
  8. Use as dip for grilled pineapple or top pineapple with whipped mixture and enjoy!
  9. Whipped fruit dip can be refrigerated up to 4 days.
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Strawberry Oatmeal Cookie Balls

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Try this new fruity snack for National Oatmeal Cookie Day, April 30th!  Strawberry Oatmeal Cookie Balls are easy to make and take with you on-the-go for a “pick me up” treat.  My baby girl rolled them and my son’s soccer team made them disappear!


Strawberry oatmeal cookie balls recipe lined up and plated with a side of fresh strawberries.
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Strawberry oatmeal cookie balls recipe lined up and plated with a side of fresh strawberries.
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  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Use a food processor to blend the dates, strawberries, vanilla extract, oats, and almonds together.
  3. Process until the almonds are in pieces but not completely ground.
  4. Spoon out mixture** and roll into a small ball, place on a plate and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or up to an 1 hour.
  5. Clean food processor and add coconut flakes. Process until broken down into small pieces.
  6. Pour out coconut onto a clean plate and roll chilled balls over coconut, topping well.
  7. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also store in plastic wrap or plastic bags.
  8. **use 1 Tbsp. measuring spoon to scoop out mixture from processor before rolling.
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Iced Fruit Cake Bars

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A springtime twist on a fruit cake, these iced fruit cake bars feature more tropical fruits along with some delicious icing! The star of this recipe really is the ultra fluffy icing that tops off these dense cake bars.


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Cake Bars
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  1. Wash your hands and preparation area.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 Degrees F.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients first. Then add in the mashed bananas, pineapple, and milk until well combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  4. Pour into a lightly greased 9x13 inch pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  5. After the cake has cooled, combine the thawed whipped topping and skim milk until smooth. Add in pudding mix and mix until well combined.
  6. Store covered and in the refrigerator.
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Iced Fruit Cake Bars Nutrition Facts Serving size (106g) servings per container 16 Amount per serving Calories 220 % Daily Value Total Fat 5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 0.5 g 3 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 220 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 39 g 14 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 13 g Added Sugars 6 g 12 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 96 mg 8 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 165 mg 4 %

Matcha Smoothie Bowl

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Matcha smoothie bowl topped with coconut flakes, blueberries, and chia seeds.

 


Matcha smoothie bowl topped with coconut flakes, blueberries, and chia seeds.
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Matcha smoothie bowl topped with coconut flakes, blueberries, and chia seeds.
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  1. Wash fresh berries and clean your preparation area.
  2. In a blender, blend frozen banana, pineapple, cauliflower, almond butter, milk, and matcha powder until smooth.
  3. Divide smoothie mixture into two bowls and top with chia seeds, coconut flakes, and blueberries.
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