Yum Yums for today ~ Desserts

S. M.
on 5/11/08 11:43 pm - In The Country, AL

Diabetic Peanut Butter Balls

  • kg kraft sugar-free sodium-free peanut butter
  • cups Rice Krispies
  • cup Splenda granular
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut (or more)
  • Directions

    1. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, Rice Krispies and Splenda until well mixed.
    2. Pour coconut into a small bowl.
    3. Drop peanut butter mixture into the coconut by the teaspoonfuls to coat.
    4. Place on a waxed paper lined cookie sheet and chill minimum 1 hour.
    5. Store in air tight container for up to 3 weeks in fridge.
    Calories 30
    Calories from Fat 24 (80%)
    Amount Per Serving %DV
    Total Fat 2.8g 4%
    Saturated Fat 2.4g 12%
    Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
    Trans Fat 0.0g
    Cholesterol 0mg 0%
    Sodium 8mg 0%
    Potassium 23mg 0%
    Total Carbohydrate 1.6g 0%
    Dietary Fiber 0.7g 2%
    Sugars 0.4g
    Protein 0.3g 0%
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    Fruit Crunch Sundae

    | 30 min | 10 min prep | SERVES 4

    Ingredients

  • cup quick-cooking rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds or slivered almond
  • tablespoons vegetable oil
  • tablespoons good honey
  • 8-10 strawberry, small-diced
  • 1/2 cup blueberry
  • 1/4 cup pineapple, small-diced
  • cups plain yogurt
  • Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
    2. Toss the oats, coconut, almonds, oil and honey together in a large bowl until they are completely combined.
    3. Pour into a sheet pan and bake, stirring occasionally with a spatula, until the mixutre turns a nice, even golden brown, about 20 minutes.
    4. Remove the granola from the oven and allow to cool, stirring once.
    5. Combine the strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple in a bowl.
    6. In 4 ice cream sunadae glasses, layer first the fruit, then the yogurt and the cooked granola alternately until you fill the glasses.
    7. Serve with a long spoon and enjoy!
    Nutrition Facts

    Serving Size 1 (238g)

    Recipe makes 4 servings

    Calories 421
    Calories from Fat 229 (54%)
    Amount Per Serving %DV
    Total Fat 25.6g 39%
    Saturated Fat 8.2g 41%
    Monounsaturated Fat 8.2g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
    Trans Fat 0.0g
    Cholesterol 15mg 5%
    Sodium 88mg 3%
    Potassium 450mg 12%
    Total Carbohydrate 41.4g 13%
    Dietary Fiber 4.9g 19%
    Sugars 24.0g
    Protein 10.7g 21%
    ~ Susan 
    (deactivated member)
    on 5/11/08 11:58 pm
    Girl, you know I'm gonna have to try these!!!

    Debbie
    S. M.
    on 5/12/08 1:37 am - In The Country, AL
    Oh Debbie the Fruit Crunch Sundae is GREAT!!!!  Sinful I tell ya!  Sinful!!!! ~Susan
    ~ Susan 
    ShirleyG
    on 5/12/08 3:37 am - HALFWAY BETWEEN ATLANTA AND BHAM , AL
    How much Peanut Butter ? It says kg ...Love your recipes by the way .. Thanks ..  I am also wonderfing where to get unsweetened coconut . Shirley
    Louise A.
    on 5/12/08 3:50 am - Anniston, AL
    Shirley you can get the unsweet coconut over in the baking section in WalMart. It should be right next to the sweet flaked coconut. That is where I have found it.
    ShirleyG
    on 5/12/08 8:27 pm - HALFWAY BETWEEN ATLANTA AND BHAM , AL
    Thanks Louise ... I appreciate the info ...  Shirley
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