Luscious Lime Angel Squares
Luscious Lime Angel Squares
A creamy lime topping turns angel food cake into these yummy squares that are perfect for potlucks or picnics. "You can eat a piece of this light and airy dessert without feeling one bit guilty," notes Beverly Marshall of Orting, Washington. "I adapted this luscious treat from another recipe. It is super-easy to make."
SERVINGS: 15
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Chill
TIME: Prep: 15 min. + chilling
Ingredients:
1 package (.3 ounces) sugar-free lime gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1 prepared sugar free angel food cake (8 inches), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup Splenda
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided
Directions:
In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Refrigerate until mixture just begins to thicken, about 35 minutes. Place cake cubes in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. dish coated with cooking spray; set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in sugar, lemon juice and peel. Add gelatin mixture; beat until combined. Fold in 1-1/2 cups whipped topping. Spread over cake, covering completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Cut into squares; top with remaining whipped topping. Yield: 15 servings.
Nutrition Facts
One serving:
One piece
Calories:
139
Fat:
4 g
Saturated Fat:
3 g
Cholesterol:
8 mg
Sodium:
145 mg
Carbohydrate:
21 g
Fiber:
0 g
Protein:
3 g
Diabetic Exchange:
1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
Susie
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