Tasty Tuesday: Chocolaty Temptation Petites

Happy Tuesday!

Today, I am thinking about a yummy treat for Valentine’s Day.  I know it is a little early BUT why not be prepared, right?  LOL.

I found this while I was hunting for other ways to use my cupcake mix.  The requirements – tasty, sweet, point worthy AND something hubby would like.  I know it is a lot of pressure for one recipe but I have faith it will pass the test.

Time: 30 min  Servings: 30 petites   Cost: $0.17/serving

WW PP BEFORE icing: 1 point

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened soy or nut milk (I used almond milk)

¹⁄₃ cup oil + more for oiling (unsweetened applesauce in recipe)

1 tsp apple cider vinegar

1 pkg Chocolaty Temptation Cupcake Mix (Pack of 2)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Place Perfect Petites on a Sheet Pan. Using a basting brush, generously brush with oil.
3. In a bowl, whisk together milk, oil, vinegar, and mix. REMINDER:  Let batter sit for 30 minutes BEFORE placing it in the pan to back.
4. Evenly divide batter in Perfect Petites, about 1 tbsp per mold. Smooth tops.
5. Bake 20–22 min, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Rest in pan until cool to the touch, then pop out.

Nutritional Information (based on original recipe)

Per serving (1 petite): Calories 50, Fat 3 g (Saturated 0.3 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 75 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g (Fiber 0 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 0.5g.

Tips

Top cooked petites with prepared Caramel or Chocolate Fudge Sauce (icing version). Topping each petite with ¹⁄₂ tbsp icing is still a Good Food. Real Results. dessert!

The 4-in-1 Spice Spoon is perfect for dividing the batter in the Perfect Petites; use the back of the spoon to gently smooth the top of the batter for even baking.

Make ahead and freeze. Remove from freezer 15 min prior to serving.

So, who is going to try these yummy treats?  Let us know what you think.

Have an Epic day!

Tasty Tuesday – Fudge Brownies

Today’s recipe is courtesy of Hungry Girl. The actual name of the brownie is “secret-ingredient” fudge brownie BUT I figured you would’t check it out if you knew there was a secret ingredient. LOL.  I’m trying to get back on track but I do love my sweets.  I never remember craving them this much but lately it has been really bad!  The best part about this recipe is I can make it gluten free with almond flour.

NUTRITION FACTS:  1/9th of pan (1 brownie): 107 calories, 2g total fat (1g sat fat), 190mg sodium, 23g carbs, 5.5g fiber, 4g sugars, 5.5g protein

Freestyle™ SmartPoints® value 2*  MAKES: 9 servings

Prep: 10 minutes     Cook: 30 minutes    Cool: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• One 15-oz. can cannellini (white kidney) beans, drained and rinsed
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup canned pure pumpkin
• 1/4 cup (about 2 large) egg whites or fat-free liquid egg substitute
• 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour
• 1/4 cup Truvia spoonable no-calorie sweetener (or another natural brand that’s about twice as sweet as sugar)
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 3/4 tsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 3 tbsp. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8” X 8” baking pan with nonstick spray.
2. Place all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor. Puree until completely smooth and uniform.
3. Fold in 1 tbsp. chocolate chips. Spread mixture into the baking pan, and smooth out the top.
4. Evenly top with remaining 2 tbsp. chocolate chips, and lightly press into the batter.
5. Bake until a toothpick (or knife) inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, 25 – 30 minutes.
6. Let cool completely, about 1 hour.

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Tasty Tuesday: Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge

I LOVE this Weight Watchers Recipe when I am craving something sweet without using ALL of my points.  Let’s make some before the HOT summer weather comes or you can make it and put it in the refrigerator.

Rich and delicious, and so easy to prepare. One square is all you need to satisfy a sweet tooth.  It is 3 PointsPlus Value for 1 cube.
Prep time: 10 min   Cook time: 5 min     Serves: 36

Ingredients

1 spray(s) cooking spray
1 2/3 cup(s) sugar
2/3 cup(s) fat free evaporated milk
2 Tbsp reduced-calorie margarine, or light butter
12 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
14 large marshmallow(s)

Instructions:

• Coat an 8- X 8-inch pan with cooking spray.
• In a medium saucepan, stir together sugar, evaporated milk and margarine (or butter); bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes.
• Stir in chocolate and marshmallows; remove pan from heat and stir until smooth.
• Pour mixture into prepared pan and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Cut into thirty-six 1 1/3-inch squares and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving.
  Notes
• Store fudge in refrigerator. Or freeze for a firmer consistency.

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