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I love soft and chewy cookies; the ones that melt in your mouth when you take a bite. That is exactly how my Light and Easy: Homemade Sugar Cookies are! These cake-like cookies start with whole wheat flour, and I add healthy ingredients like nonfat Greek yogurt to cut down on fat and calories. To […]

I love desserts that have multiple textures and flavors. My Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups with Roasted Walnuts have both great texture and amazing flavor! These little cheesecake cups are so delicious with lots of sweet pumpkin spice. To make these, start by mixing the ingredients for the cheesecake filling. Combine nonfat cheesecake jell-o mix with […]

Dips for dessert? They’re all the rage this Fall! My Light and Easy: Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip combines the flavors of pumpkin pie and cheesecake into a light and healthy dip. It tastes so good you won’t believe it’s low-cal! To make the dip, I first combine light cream cheese with powdered sugar and nonfat Greek […]

When you’re in the mood for cookies, sometimes waiting for them to bake is the hardest part. Instead, try my Easy No-Bake Chocolate Protein Oatmeal Cookies and skip the oven. They’re so simple! Start with combining some peanut butter, oats, cocoa powder, almond milk, and chocolate protein powder (my secret ingredient!). After the mixture is […]

Finding easy and low calorie cake recipes can sometimes be difficult. Look no further! My Easy Low-Calorie Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes check all the boxes, and are delicious too! I start by utilizing a boxed red velvet cake mix, but lighten it up with egg whites and Greek yogurt. Then, I bake the mini cupcakes […]

Having individual desserts for your friends and family always feels special. My Low-Calorie Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes are the perfect dessert for your next Fall gathering! Each guest will get their own cheesecake, and they can eat the whole thing without guilt. To make these cheesecakes, you will need to prepare the batter first. Then, add […]

There is nothing like warm spiced carrot cake topped with a cream cheese icing. To lighten it up, I make Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Glaze for every special occasion. They are a crowd favorite! First, I make a homemade cake batter using whole wheat flour, grated carrot, coconut flakes, and applesauce. I […]

I dream of a cake that has the texture of angel food cake, but with tons more flavor. My Lightened-Up Lemon Coconut Cake is a delicious, airy cake that is stuffed with a lemon filling and tons of coconut flavor! First, I make a boxed angel food cake as per the package directions. Then, I […]

Need a healthy cookie recipe for your next cookie swap? My flourless Low Carb Energy Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect crowd-pleasing cookie! First, I add all the ingredients to the food processor, and then I process everything together until it forms a dough. Form and shape the cookies before baking until golden brown. I like […]

Seeing eggnog at the grocery store means the holiday season is here! An easy favorite dessert I like to make for my friends and family are these Easy Eggnog Cupcakes using a cake mix.  These almost homemade cupcakes begin with a boxed cake mix and sour cream or Skinny Swap with nonfat Greek yogurt. Next, […]

Dessert recipes are my favorite thing about the holidays, which are quickly approaching. My Low-Calorie Sweet Potato Pie is crust-less, spiced, and perfect for Autumn! First, I combine some cooked healthy sweet potatoes in a bowl and mash well. Second, I add warming spices, skim milk, whole eggs, and maple syrup. Next, I pour the […]

Eating cake that is also good for you sound too good to be true, right? No way! My Healthy Chocolate Chip, Banana, and Coconut Cake is so delicious, your kids won’t know it’s good for them! First, I begin by pulsing some whole oats in the food processor to make oat flour. Then, I combine […]