Chocolate-Chunk Cookies
Sneaking soft tofu into this classic recipe adds protein without changing the flavor. The extra protein can help control hunger -- so enjoy one of these cookies as a lunchtime dessert and forget about those midafternoon munchies.
Yield: 60 cookies
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 8 mins to 10 mins 375°F per batch
Sweet Potato-Cinnamon Bundt Cake
Not only is this cake deliciously moist, but the sweet potatoes are loaded with vitamins A and B6. This cake freezes well; make a double batch to enjoy later or to serve to last-minute guests.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Cool: 10 mins
Bake: 40 mins to 45 mins 350°F
Coconut-Mocha Poached Pears
The warm, subtle sweetness of the poached pears is enhanced with the rich, creamy coconut and chocolaty flavors poured over them.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: to 20 mins
Slow Cook: 3 1/2 to 4 hours (low)
Berry Pudding Cakes
These warm, golden brown, fruit-filled cakes have just 2 grams of fat per serving. The goal will be to keep yourself from eating all six servings in one sitting!
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 20 mins 400°F
Dark Chocolate-Mint Bites
The power of healthy dark chocolate comes from flavonoids, a phytochemical found in the cacao bean. So the more cacao a chocolate contains, the richer the chocolate's health-promoting content.
Yield: 24 bars
Prep: 30 mins
Chill: 15 mins + 1 hour
Stuffed Apples
These slow-cooked apples are stuffed with chewy raisins for added texture and brown sugar for added sweetness. If your meal plan allows, serve the warm apples with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Slow Cook: 5 hrs (low) or 2 1/2 hours (high)
Mocha Custards
These coffee-laced custards are a great treat after any meal. Serve topped with a spoonful of dessert topping and a dark chocolate espresso bean.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Chill: 2 hrs
Cool: 1 hr
Triple-Berry Cobbler
Using the slow cooker for this berry-filled dessert makes it an easy addition to any weekend celebration. A spoonful of creamy yogurt and a drizzle of honey make this a delightfully healthy dessert.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Slow Cook: 3 hrs (low) + 1 hour (high)
Cool: 30 mins
Mini Cherry Pies
Don't be fooled by the "mini" in this recipe's name; these pies are packed with maximum flavor.
Makes: 10 servings
Yield: 5 tarts
Apple-Cranberry Crisp
Adding cranberries to this traditional autumn favorite gives it a mouthwatering sweet-tart quality.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 30 mins 375°F
Cinnamon-Chocolate Bread Pudding Souffles
Because this chocolate-and-spice dessert has only 132 calories and 4 grams of fat per serving, you can enjoy it guilt-free.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 20 mins
Oven: 350°F
Pineapple-Pear Crisp
A slimmed-down oat-and-nut topping helps keep these baked pears heart-healthy.
Makes: 10 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 35 mins 375°F
Banana-Oat Breakfast Cookie
Try our readers' most-requested recipe ever!
Yield: 12 breakfast cookies
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 14 mins to 16 mins 350°F per batch
Raisin-Pumpkin Tart
Try this recipe for a different interpretation of classic pumpkin pie .
Makes: 12 servings
Bake: 43 mins to 48 mins 450°F /375 degrees F
Chocolate-Ricotta Mousse
Ready in a snap, this rich confection will have guests asking for seconds.
Makes: 10 servings
Start to Finish: 8 mins
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