Very Berry Confection

You can vary the berries, depending on the season. This is a relatively healthful dessert, and beautiful on the table.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 12

  • 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sugar, divided
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 2 cups low-fat whipped topping
  • 1/4 cup powdered confectioners’ sugar
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. With electric mixer, beat cream cheese, vanilla, and 1/2 cup sugar in a large bowl on medium speed until well blended.

  3. Add egg whites and lemon peel and continue to mix.

  4. Add 1 cup of the flour and the baking soda.

  5. Add sour cream; mix until well blended.

  6. Spray 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Spread cream cheese batter into pan.

  7. Toss 2 cups of the berries with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons flour. Pour over the cream cheese mixture, covering the entire batter.

  8. Bake 45 minutes. Cool 20 minutes; remove the rim of the pan.

  9. Top with layer of whipped topping and remaining berries. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Low-Fat Whipped Toppings

Whipped toppings came on the market as a substitute for whipped cream, creating a lower-fat, lighter version of highly saturated whipped cream. However, now with the trans fat issue, learn to read the ingredient label. Therefore, look for a low-fat whipped topping that does not contain partially hydrogenated vegetable oil.

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