Lighter Carrot Cake
We radically slim down one of the most egregiously over-the-top cakes in the universe. By Sidney Fry, MS, RD
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Lighter Banana Pudding
This classic dish became magically richer and more decadent as we lightened it up.
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Recipe Makeover: Butterscotch Bars
We found sweet success creating a healthier version of a reader's favorite desserts.
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Lighter Coconut Cream Pie
We fluff up the flavor, deploy an Italian meringue, and re-create a blue-ribbon dessert that won't march your diet into madness.
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Lighten Up: Ice Cream Treasures
An ice cream treat is revamped for a Missouri grandmother and her family
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Cool, Creamy, Chocolaty Treat
With our help, this three-layer sweet stays in our Tennessee reader’s repertoire.
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Makeover: Cannoli
Our lighter version has the crunch and creaminess without the calories and saturated fat.
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Lighter Chocolate-Mint Bars
Our trimmed-down Chocolate-Mint Bars surpass their former rich reputation.
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Lighter Blueberry Cobbler
Hot, delicious fruit paired with ice cream―no wonder it's an American favorite.
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Wedding Cookie Conundrum
We solve a Connecticut banker’s baking problems with ingredient modifications and a change in technique.
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Lighten Up: Swag Bars
Our editor in chief requests a slimmed-down version of a North Carolina inn’s decadent treat.
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Recipe Makeover: Holiday Classics
We lightened eight seasonal favorites for a good-for-you holiday spread.
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