Nutcracker Pie - Holiday Dessert Recipes for Dieters

The only thing missing from our delicious Nutcracker Pie is the nuts! Simply spray a non-stick pan with Pam, then press in the crust mixture. Next, pour the filling mixture into the crust and bake in a preheated 375-degree about 30 minutes - or until golden brown. Cool before serving OR serve warm. Top with light whipped topping if desired OR low fat frozen yogurt.

You will need the following ingredients for this diet-wise recipe:

CRUST MIXTURE: Simply mix together and press into oven-proof pie plate.

Graham Crackers, crushed (about 6 full crackers)

Parkay Zero Calorie Butter Spray (about 1/4 cup)

1/4 cup of Splenda

FILLING MIXTURE: Simply mix and pour into prepared crust.

2 Cans of Apple Pie Filling prepared with Splenda (110 calories per can)

1 Tablespoon of Ground Cinnamon

TOPPING MIXTURE: Simply mix flour and sugar, then use fingers to work margarine into dry mixture until it resembled tiny crumbs. Place on top of Nutcracker Pie before baking.

1/2 cup of all-purpose white flour

1/2 cup of packed brown sugar

1/4 cup of margarine

Holiday Diet Wise Recipes:

From pies to turkey thighs, the following waist watcher tips will keep the joy in your holidays without blowing out your Diet Candle. Grab a martini glass filled with clear spring water and let's toast to a healthy season - no matter which holiday of the year we're celebrating.

• Yum Yum Eggnog - A unique original recipe that you'll find only at Thin Thin. click for diet recipe
• Carrot Pudding - Budget friendly and all dressed up for the holidays. click for diet recipe
• Tom's Roasted Turkey - A manly approach to big bird. click for diet recipe
• Tangy Orange Cranberry Sauce - Tangy, titillating to the taste buds and downright good. click for diet recipe
• Herb Butter - Tangy good and a little goes a long 'weigh'. click for diet recipe
• Pumpkin Butter - Cinderella's pumpkin just might get jealous. click for diet recipe
• Weightless Wassail - Put a little punch into your diet plan without all those unwanted calories. click for diet recipe
• Yammy Whammy - Pass the low calorie, low fat yams please! click for diet recipe
• Mashed Spudwhackers - Whipped potatoes minus the high fat and calories. A dieter's creamy dream. click for diet recipe

Holiday Tips & Calories:

From high calorie pies to an example of a healthier holiday plate, we've got this holiday season wrapped up in a bow of Good Healthy Eats that won't scrooge your diet plan.

• Pies That Fly Straight to the Thighs - High calorie pies that can send dieter's weight scales for a loop. click to continue
• Example of a Healthier Holiday Plate - What, How Much & When to Eat Holiday Tips for Dieters. click to continue
• Why Weight Gain Bonds so Well With Holidays - Ever wonder why weight gain is prevalent during holidays? It has a bit more to do with than what we put on our plates. click to continue
• Traditional Holiday Plate Calories - Grab your abacus! click to continue

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