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Quick Weeknight Desserts

Chocolate Pudding

Low-Fat Chocolate Pudding - Photo by Kate Sears/Food Network Magazine

A few nights a week, you want a sweet treat, but don’t want the calories or time commitment to get out of control. We’ve got 5 dessert recipes that are just what you’re looking for.

Chocolatey
Get your chocolate fix along with a boost of calcium, protein and vitamin D with homemade pudding. Making your own only takes minutes and comes without preservatives.
RECIPE: Chocolate Pudding

Cool and Creamy
A few simple ingredients and you have a frozen treat better than most ice cream shops. No need to harden this batch in the freezer; it’s best right out of the machine!
RECIPE: Peaches and Cream Frozen Yogurt

Sweet and Crispy
No time to bake cookies on a weeknight? These figure-friendly crisps are ready in 10 minutes!
RECIPE: Powdered Sugar Crisps

Fizzy and Fun
Who doesn’t love the frothy goodness of a root beer float? Keep the portions petite, and there’s nothing to feel guilty about.
RECIPE: Root Beer Floats

Light and Lemony
Airy sponge cake topped with a tangy and creamy lemon sauce can brighten up any weeknight. If you’re pressed for time, store-bought angel food cake will shave hours off your prep time.
RECIPE: Angel Food Cake with Lemon Honey Yogurt Sauce

TELL US: What’s your go-to weeknight dessert?

Dana Angelo White, MS, RD, ATC, is a registered dietitian, certified athletic trainer and owner of Dana White Nutrition, Inc., which specializes in culinary and sports nutrition. See Dana’s full bio »

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7 Comments

  1. SusieBeeonMaui says:

    Berries. Easy, healthy, satisfying.

    For example:
    http://eatlittleeatbig.blogspot.com/2010/09/simpl…

    I'll definitely be trying the choc pudding!

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  3. theveggie says:

    Great ideas! I am working on my first batch of homemade ice cream today!!

  4. Gale Loud says:

    There is obviously a lot to know about this. I think you made some good points in Features also.Keep working ,great job!

  5. As a Newbie, I am always searching online for articles that can help me. Thank you

  6. imafoodie says:

    Nothing better — and better for you — than fresh fruit. If you like, add a little cottage cheese on top or some fat-free whip topping.

  7. ohfishiee says:

    the recipes sound easy, and they're all healthy! :) so lovely they are

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