This is another Weight Watchers recipe and I have to say these biscotti are delicious and taste very authentic – the original recipe uses pistachios but I prefer to use almonds as that is what was in the biscotti that we bought when we were in Tuscany last year. If you follow the recipe it…
Category: Desserts and Cakes
Berry Terrine
This recipe is from Weight Watchers and is really great – it feels like a real treat but is only 104 cals per serving! Great for entertaining too as you can make it the day before and keep it in the freezer (and it also looks stunning on the plate). Serves 8 25g white chocolate…
Chewy banana flapjacks
These are delicious and very quick to make – I made them tonight and had to get them on the blog asap! Just 121 cals per flapjack – they are from the Weightwatchers magazine and each one provides 2 points (if you’re into that sort of thing). Makes 16 75g low fat spread (38% fat…
Yummy cereal bars
This is a recipe adapted from ‘Nigella Express’ and v easy to make and very moreish. I’ve made them a little more healthy by using 97% fat free condensed milk. Makes at least 16 – you choose how big you want them! 1 x 397g can 97% fat free condensed milk 250g rolled oats (not…
Low Fat Tiramisu
This is adapted from a Rosemary Conley recipe and it’s really really good! 76 kcal and 2.7g fat per serve. Best made the day before but not essential (don’t sprinkle chocolate powder on top until ready to serve). Serves 8 4 heaped teaspoons coffee granules 4 teaspoons brandy 1/2 pint water 1 packet sponge fingers…
Kate’s Apple Cake
Thanks to my new workmate Kate for this lovely apple cake recipe – delicious and perfect for using up my mum’s cooking apples. 225g or 8oz cooking apples – peeled, cored and chopped 225g or 8oz sultanas 150ml or 1/4 pint milk 175g or 6oz brown sugar 350g or 12oz self raising flour 10ml or…
Fruity Bread Pudding
This is a great low fat pudding – really good served with low fat ready-made custard! Just 190 kcals and 0.89g fat. Serves 4 75g or 3oz mixed dried fruit 150ml or 1/4 pint apple juice 115g or 4oz stale brown or white bread diced 1 teaspoon mixed spice 1 large banana, sliced 150ml or…
Sticky Date Pudding
This pudding is delicious and it is lower in fat and calories than a standard recipe. I’m not going to say that it is 100% angelic – but it is certainly better for you than a full-fat version :0) Serves 6 1 and 1/4 cups pitted dates 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 and 1/2…
Totally Wicked Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is adapted from Nigella Lawson’s ‘Nigella Express’ an absolutely excellent book that positively makes your mouth water as you read! Makes 12 large cookies 125g or 5oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa solids 150g or 6oz flour 30g or 1oz cocoa 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 125g or 5oz butter 75g or 3oz light brown…
Sharon’s White Christmas Crackles
Thanks to my mate Sharon for providing the recipe for this sweet treat – delicious, quick and easy! 2 cups rice bubbles 1/2 cup desiccated coconut 1/2 cup finely chopped dried apricots 1/4 cup sultanas 350g white chocolate, chopped and melted … Sharon recommends Cadbury’s Dream Line 2 x 12 hole deep mini muffin pans…