Celebrate Our Children

Welcome to "Kids at Heart".

This is a collection of healthy recipes that our Spark Brothers and Sisters believe that our kids will enjoy.
Many are all ready tried and true.

Great ideas for Kid's Birthday Parties, Bento Box, Breakfast & Lunches, Camping, Halloween & Christmas Treats!

Please try some of these recipes and rate them.

This will be a great help for all of us to better take care of our kids.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

The recipes are listed in the following categories:

1. Kids, Parties & Birthdays
2. Desserts & Snacks
3. Kid's Favorites! Breakfast, Lunch & Dinners
4. Lunch & Bento Box Ideas
5. Kid's Favorite Dinner Dishes
6. Goin' Camping!
7. Halloween
8. Halloween Party Snacks
9. Christmas Candy, Cookies & Goodies
10. Egg Nog, Christmas Punch, Snow Ice Cream & Wassail

Celebrate and Be happy!
Love, Vera

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This is my favorite sloppy joe mix ever!

Submitted by BUDGETMOM

Only 108 Calories!
For an additional treat, see my recipe for making Homemade Bootleg Root Beer in my Spark Cookbook: "Take A Bite Off The Wild Side!"

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Slightly modified from Cooking Light Magazine/myrecipes.com.

Submitted by BARBIEGIRL16

Jedi Master Yoda invites you to try a frothy glass of Yoda Soda! This is a fun and yummy desert! One of my brother's favorite treats!

Submitted by PRETTYJEDI

Great kid food!! Mine seem to really enjoy these better than on the bun!

Submitted by JDGONZALES

Dear Fellow Bootleggers,
The secret to a good batch of Root Beer is the fermentation of the yeast. Follow DIRECTIONS step by step to ensure success.

Simple Home Bootlegger's Kit:
Large Funnel
Measuring Cups and Spoons
1- 2 Liter Plastic Bottle and Cap

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

My husband always orders these when we go out so I decided to make them at home and he LOVED them!!

Submitted by HOTOMALE

This is a easy refreshing low calorie drink. Perfect for a hot summer day. It takes just a few minutes to make and is a perfect substitute for a sugar filled drink.

Submitted by BONTASTIC

Submitted by MARYXO

Simple sugar cookies get a burst of Caribbean flavour from coconut extract, flour and milk, and then turned into grinning goodies with chocolate chips and cashews!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

These were a huge hit!! I have been wanting to do Turkey Burger Sliders, for sometime now. I came across some whole wheat dinner rolls that I just knew would be the perfect size to do it! I make a few changes to a favorite Turkey Burger recipe and made it into these yummy sliders!! I even made some "special" mayo. Cayenne mayo and Dilly mayo (canola light mayo, of course) were the perfect touch to these little gems!!

Submitted by 6PK4ME

The big change was substituting Fat Free Cream Cheese for these "Perky Penquins" adapted from Quick Cooking July/August 1999.

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Submitted by BUDGETMOM

These tasty little crackers are adapted from: Taste of Home.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

A flavorful taste combination that is sure to please the pickiest of eaters.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

This is a great appetizer for a Birthday Party!!

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Satiate your craving for chili dogs with this tasty dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Courtesy of the Kraft Reduced Fat Nilla Wafer Box! This is an excellent treat to satisfy the warm weather need for ice cream!

Submitted by MUDDYDAISY

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Turtle Cracker Critter

Submitted by FEBRUARY13TH

This recipe was a finalist in the SparkPeople Un-Chained Recipe Contest!

I chose to re-make the Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell because Taco Bell used to be one of my favorite fast food restaurants. Also, it is still my boyfriend's favorite fast food chain and nearly every time he goes there, he will order a crunchwrap supreme.

The funny thing is that most Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes are fairly simple to make... so I knew that it would be fun, delicious, and not too challenging to re-make this item!

Submitted by KALORIE-KILLAH

Quick and easy! I like to serve this in soft taco shells topped with sour cream, salsa and low fat cheese.

Submitted by BUDGETMOM

Low in Calories and Super Delicious TOO!
There is no reason to feel deprived. You'll get all the satisfaction of pizza with this one and feel full with out all of the calories. Enjoy!

Submitted by RUNNING2LIVE

Quick & Easy, kids love them too!!

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Submitted by MFORTIER17

Dark, rich, moist chocolate 2-layer cake with raspberry filling. Virtually fat free and only about 150 calories. Freezing the cake layers as described results in a super-moist cake. It is easiest to prepare the cake one day or more ahead and assemble the day you want to serve it.

Submitted by FISHPOND7

Submitted by ASHLYNNE12

from the Kraft website; one of my favorites!!

Submitted by TANYAHUBBARD

Very easy. This recipe has been around, I got it from my sister then adjusted ingredients to cut the calories quite a bit. Add whatevery you want to dress it up. I usually sprinkle a crushed candy bar or nuts on the top.

Submitted by BLH507

My husband has diabetes and wanted an ice cream cake for his birthday so I made him this cake. Everyone agreed it was delicious. Not too sweet but wonderfully decadent.

Submitted by SRCECIL

Made some substitutions for sugar/fat free versions of the original recipe's ingredients.

Submitted by MRAMZ37

Low-cal summer delight!

Submitted by DIVEGIRL1

Does not taste like watermelon, it just looks like it when you cut it. Kids LOVE it!

Submitted by LYNDSEYNIC

1 Large Watermelon
2 Purple Grapes for shark eyes

Kids just love this and it is so easy and so much fun!

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Submitted by WACKY-GAL

This recipe is great for kids and adults alike.

Submitted by RCASMOM1

Great tasting and pretty healthy too.

Submitted by TRINA_RIE

a Jell-O Classic

Submitted by TRAVELCHICK67

This is one of the most simple recipes you will ever make in your life. It's delicious, smooth, and you can eat a big bowl of it without the side effects of regular ice cream.

Submitted by NEKOMEME

Use any frozen fruit in place of the strawberries. A delicious dessert, packed with Vitamin C, that is literally ready in 5 minutes!

Submitted by CTCLOUGH

Since coconut oil hardens at room temperature, combining it with bittersweet chocolate for a couple seconds in the microwave makes a good magic shell without preservatives, very little sugar, and without any of the other weird chemicals that are added to our food. For those of us who find life healthier with a lower carb count, this is a 6 gram/5.1 net carb option. It's not low calorie, but it is lower carb. Dark chocolate has antioxidants that may be beneficial, and it's *chocolate*.

Benefits of coconut oil are all over the web. Whether or not nuking it in the microwave destroys those benefits, I'm not sure. It tastes good though.

Submitted by WHATDREADEYE

Submitted by GOTINAGO2

Do you have cream cheese and heavy cream? Whip up a batch of these ice cream bars in minutes. 3-4g net carbs per bar (depends on coating).

Submitted by LADYBUGG66

Summertime popsicles you can make yourself and taste yummy!

Submitted by MSMAYABREE

Love love love these! Best of all worlds....chocolate that is lowfat and not horribly high in calories but fulfills cravings!

Submitted by PURRBALLS

These are the richest brownies I've ever made/tasted- no need for chocolate chips! This is a pantry raid goodie :)

Submitted by FETZEJ25

I put this recipe into the recipe calculator so I can add it to my meal plan. Not my recipe, it's the lower fat/cholesterol free recipe off the box.

Submitted by SHAYLA-SHAYLA

Shockingly low in calories. Perfect for a half birthday or other fun celebration. No mess, so great for little ones, too!

Submitted by SCHNOZZLES

Submitted by KELLYHCWONG

Spectacular to look at and delectable to eat, these cupcakes can be made full sized or mini (for those watching out waists shrink).

Submitted by MAGGIETHESPY

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Submitted by NESSABESSA3842

Melt in your mouth good!!! These cupcakes are a little on the sinful side they are well worth it. I promise your family will LOVE these cupcakes all year round.....happy baking!! :-D

Submitted by SUGAR_BUM_BUM

Mini version of the classic Red Velvet Cake served with tasty Cream Cheese Frosting on top!

Submitted by BISHIFISHI

This recipe is from Bakerella- just made simple.

Often I make the cake and icing from scratch, but this was for a work bakesale and I had very little time.

Cooling times are not included in recipe

Submitted by A_LITTLE_LESS

Great twist to a boring celebration cake!

Submitted by MAMADWARF

great valentines treat

Submitted by ANGELAMYRICK

A healthier "candy" that kids can make themselves. The only caution is that they will want to eat too much!

Submitted by DIROB57

These are in no way healthy, but are a fun thing to make for/with kids for Easter.

Submitted by DJHEILMANN

(Recipe reconstructed and adapted from Hildegard's circa 1157 treatise Physica: Liber Simplicis Medicinæ ) These biscuits were first made over 900 years ago by the Christian saint, Hildegard of Bingen. She said that these spice biscuits should be taken t regular intervals to increase joy and positivity! I like to substitute half of the plain flour with spelt flour, and use all organic ingredients.

Submitted by SNOGUM

This cute egg recipe has been a hit at many church functions!

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Submitted by CHURCHES5

This is a Weight Watchers Recipe my sister gave me.. You can use white or milk chocolate melts to create different coloured eggshells.

Submitted by ALLEENAME

Wonderful recipe to make with your kids for Easter

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Delicious holiday treat! Serve with sliced banana and whipped cream or whatever way is your favorite way. Heck, eat 'em plain!!

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Submitted by SADIE78

You loved them as a kid -- and now you can make breakfast fun again with these bite-size pancakes.

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

My childhood favorite! Hot dog, egg, & cheese burrito.

Submitted by BLESSEDWIFEY08

English Breakfast Sandwich

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Simple breakfast

Submitted by KRISTINA_BROOKE

If you time it so that the egg and the muffin are done at the same time, the heat between them will perfectly melt the cheese for this drippy sandwich that easily rivals your fast food service.

Submitted by BARISTA2254

Basic

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Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

How does Coach Dean fuel his busy day? With this hearty, healthy breakfast, of course!

Submitted by SP_COACH_DEAN

Delicious peanut buttery oatmeal. Recipe calculator and nutrition info for 4 servings, but they are pretty generous servings and not everyone will want quite that much. What is shown in the photo is more like a half serving.

Submitted by BABSINATL

Fresh Fruit Dessert

Submitted by CMMIRANDA72

This is my favorite breakfast, I'm addicted to it! You will feel surprisingly full for a long time. Also makes a great snack any time.

Split the recipe in two, you have a perfect dessert... for only 140 calories...

Don't be scared of the cinnamon, it really brings out the flavour.

Submitted by FITCOLLYBIE

Submitted by MISTYLD

Yummy fast breakfast!

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Looking for a quick and easy, yet healthy and tasty lunch idea? You’ve come to the right place! This week we kept our bentos extra simple and convenient without compromising health. In fact, our whole wheat pita pockets are filled with hummus, which is considered to be a super food… It’s super fast food!

Submitted by LAPTOPLUNCHES

This is very quickly recorded here. I'll come back and leave better instructions when I can. However you need to be able to adjust the food layout to work with your container. (This is my first bento, I am in no way an expert)

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Submitted by CANDT5

Japanese sticky rice formed into balls, or triangles. Great for if you're into bento box lunches! Can be seasoned to your liking. This one includes a tuna centre

Submitted by FIENDISHSARAH

Kid friendly & small portions curb over eating!

Submitted by 3BLUEDAISYS

Pretty, nutritous and delicious orange carrot rice.

Submitted by MYSCHYF

Presents beautifully and are very popular in our households! (From the popular Australian website "4 Ingredients.")

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

My go-to for lunch on a busy work day!

Submitted by LOREXIII

Submitted by SHELLPRO

There are many versions of tomato soup out there, but you can't beat the old fashioned traditional recipe. I like to make it in the slow cooker and put through the strainer when I think it is thick enough. If tomato soup is done right it will have it's own creamy taste and texture without adding cream or milk. In this recipe a little flour and marg (lite marg can be used) gives it the finishing touch to add extra creamyness to the recipe.

Submitted by CARENHARRINGTON

I just made this up one day throwing some things together. it turned out pretty awesome!

Submitted by ZOMBIEGRACE

I used to LOVE ice cream floats when i was little, and this one is awesome, but without most of the sugar and all of the fat!

Submitted by MISSVYKY

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Quick, easy and budget friendly recipe for kids.

Submitted by PAMMY90

Submitted by NEORN75

Beef and Broccoli stir fry, variation of P90X recipe

Submitted by SJBUTMAN

Tasty and worth the effort. My kids love wontons!

Submitted by GREENFROG57

3 WW points per serving

Submitted by BUN3KIN

The BEST homemade Macoroni & cheese ever!!

Submitted by KRHINKY

Creamy, comforting, and satisifing soup without all the calories

Submitted by PEACHS2582

A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat.

Submitted by LYZ219

Delicious chicken wings, can be served with almost anything, a healthy salad or eaten on their own. The recipie can be alternated by adding orange juice to the marinade or sprinkling sesame seeds on the chicken. It's a lovely recepie which my mum often makes and I truly recomend trying it out ;)

Submitted by MELONJUICE

Home made Chicken pot pie

Submitted by HPEHLING

Submitted by CUTSIEMUTSIE

This is an easy to make favorite. Make several at a time a freeze them.

Submitted by MAWILLIG

Using fiber-frying skills with squash gives it an international pub classic makeover.

Submitted by JANELLE93444

Submitted by SARAH4285

My kids only eat fish if I fry it, so this was my way of reducing the caloric intake and still making it likeable for my little guys. It is really good!

Submitted by TARABOCK

My teenage daughter made this for dinner. It was so good that I got right on Sparkpeople to share. My husband HATES fish and he had seconds! She got this recipe from a friend. This recipe can also be used with chicken.

Submitted by TINDALAYA

Easy Lasagna recipe

Submitted by DDFROGER

Just a recipe for lasagna I use.

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Submitted by HDPNLYNN

This Pizza can be made with 100% whole wheat--with a few changes or made with three grains as listed. It is very filling.

Submitted by BIBLECHICK

This low-cal pizza recipe gives you the ooey-gooey taste you love -- without the fat. From Fitness Magazine

Submitted by FITNESSMAGAZINE

From Everyday Food.

Submitted by RAEGANLADY

Submitted by LANIS77

this is a quick and VERY easy dinner that kids will eat that's relatively healither than your standard mac and cheese far.

Submitted by TRWAGNER1

My Family's Favorite Casserole.
It could also be fried as fish cakes, but I usually bake it for less fat.

Submitted by EUNICEMONTEIRO

This is a family favorite modified with healthier ingredients!

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Native Americans carried dried Acorn Cakes, Pemmican, shredded meat and or soups on journeys.

Pre-mix the dried ingredients in a zip lock bag to carry along on a camping trip to make Apache Indian bread over an open fire.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Native Americans have had Bannock cooking over a campfire for many many years. It's now becoming popular with campers.

Prepare a favorite bannock recipe, bake in an oven or divide the dough into egg sized lumps and firmly wrap each lump around the end of a four foot stick. Prop the stick securely over the fire until golden brown. Turn the stick to cook the bread evenly.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Here's a clever way to stretch your meat budget a little--and to "stuff" lots of tangy flavor into an American classic! If you've never considered serving chili on a bun, keep this recipe handy for your next family camping trip.

Submitted by MAMA3BEARS

My daughter learned to cook this recipe while at Girl Scout camp a few years ago. It is a must have at every camping trip we take. It is simple to do and a family fun activity for campfire fun! Serve with salad and rolls for a complete meal.

Submitted by MDSHEPARD

brown hamburger,bacon,hotdogs chopped,onion chopped,celery chopped,cook until done in another pot put the remaining ingredients add browning mixture to beans cook until done which should be about 1 hour great for the 4 of july or any other cook out

Submitted by PEPLANGE3118

Here is a great recipe for old fashioned biscuits...and I do mean old.
It was found in an 1842 diary of Alice Stephans. She stated that it had been in her family for generations. She baked them in a Dutch oven and sometimes used what we now know as a "reflector fire." I use this recipe when camping and it is GREAT!

Submitted by BCD123

Quick Yummy Chicken and Veggies

Submitted by HOTMOM2_3_2B

Prep before you camp and enjoy sweet potatoes with onion and green bell peppers.

Submitted by NOLLIE_KIKFLIP

Foil packets of hamburger patties and vegetables of your choice, typically baked in the coals of a campfire, are a fun treat for the kids!

Submitted by BNEYGL89

"These burgers are the best on the grill in the summertime. Jam-packed with all kinds of stuff, and no tasteless bread crumbs!!!"

Submitted by SIX2ZERO

Lunch or Dinner

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Submitted by NORTHERNWOMEN

Lemon seasoned salmon dinner made in an aluminum pouch over campfire

Submitted by EBPOOKIE

This is a family staple while camping! Very good, very quick (for cooking over a fire), and very easy!

Submitted by DANCERWANNABE

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Submitted by ALLSWEETALI

This is so good and so easy! Great camping recipe & everyone loved it.

Submitted by LANEYTEN

Also needed: Dutch Oven, 20-22 briquettes

Submitted by RASMITH0506

Equipment Needed:
Bread/camping Iron (can be found in camping section)
Spoon, Knife

I was taught how to make these deliciously simple desserts while I was camping with my shooting sports club.
These are great anytime; breakfast, lunch, snacks, etc.

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Submitted by DAZEY333

A treat that's lower in calories than a traditional smore, but very tasty.

Submitted by EVIEBELL

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This dish is sweet and tangy and just delicious

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

I love grilled corn on the cob and this butter is delicious

Submitted by DEBBI_KAZ

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Submitted by B8WOOD

This delicious soup may be low-cal but it is not low-taste!! Its very easy to make and will fill you up!!

Submitted by MISTYGIRL1780

Although skull-shaped pans are not mandatory, they make the entire process approximately 5x more spooky.

Submitted by SERPENTINE

This is a great party dip, always gets eaten up. I set the number of servings at 10.

Submitted by AMANDARIDG

The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips.

Submitted by METALFINGER2U

A fun easy to make dessert for any occation!

Submitted by BHINDERER

Creamy, frozen pumpkin pie sandwiches!

Submitted by PRINCESSPUMPKIN

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Wash and dry apples and remove stems, push a popcycle stick into one end and set aside. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper. Cook syrup, water, and sugar till it reaches brittle ball stage, add few drops of dye when ready and dip apples in it. Place on waxed paper till it hardens.

Submitted by WALKINGDAVE

Good and filling treat, our halloween guilty pleasure.

Submitted by WENNII

For the Harry Potter fan, here's a diet soda recipe for Butterbeer.

Submitted by VJKERNER1

Microwaveble Chex mix

Submitted by KRISTYNA223

I got the recipe for the coconut filling from this site: http://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/2010/03/homemade-mounds-bars.html. You can put whatever filling you want in them though
This is a link to where I bought the Frog Mold but you can use any type of mold. It would affect the NI though.: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EBMUNU/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_alp_Fwndob0Q9YEJA

Submitted by STACYE13

Great way to get your peanut butter chocolate fix with a fairly low calorie count and couldn't be faster or easier to make. Great to have kids help.

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Partying in costume calls for easy-eating fare, and these cheesy monster digits fit the bill.

Submitted by SSOBEHT

Here's a Halloween trick your child will have no trouble pulling off--turning a ripe banana into a Halloween treat!

Submitted by SSOBEHT

Makes 24 servings. 12 bite size ghosts per sheet.

I like to cheat and make them big, about the size of a small balled up fist.

Submitted by LIDASTROUP

This is a soft cheese ball decorated for a Halloween Party. Serve as a soft spread for whole grain crackers and raw vegetables.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

If you like garlic, you will like this cheeseball. Butter makes it slightly creamy, but can be left out to cut calories if you prefer a denser cheeseball. I made this for a Halloween carry in and added green food coloring to make it a goblin cheeseball. The ears are tortilla chips that I painted with green food coloring and the hair is celery leaves.

Submitted by GOSSAMERFIREFLY

Disguises aren't just for Halloween. Surprise your family with these dressed-up, spooky-looking snacks any time of year. Kids can help by spooning the pizza sauce on the English muffin and making the mummy face with the cheese and vegetables.

Submitted by SSOBEHT

Set out a platter of these creepy peepers, and your Halloween party guests are bound to do a double take.

Submitted by SSOBEHT

Makes carving pumpkins memorable and keeps me out of the candy bowl when serving up treats for our trick-or-treaters! Add more Fiesta Party Dip if you want a bit more spice!

Submitted by PAMSELLERS

Adapted from Baking Bites (http://bakingbites.com/2006/10/one-bowl-buttermilk-chocolate-cupcakes/#more-475). Deep, rich coffee and cocoa cupcakes are filled with a raspberry buttercream before being frosted with white icing and topped with royal icing "eyeball" buttons and red gel decorating icing (see my recipe here for the candy buttons: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=424670). Made for a Hallowe'en bakesale.

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Great Halloween cake decoration - vegan royal icing turns into eyes perfect for decorating cakes or cupcakes!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

My grandson and I are having fun with these wiggly jiggly edible gummies.

Submitted by -SHAWN-

No need to worry about candy thermometers and burning suger. Make hard candy easily in the microwave! A great way to create un-common flavors.

Submitted by HARV47

Decorate the inside of a clear glass with a jack o'lantern face, and then enjoy this yummy autumn smoothie! Fun for the whole family.

Submitted by YARDENXANTHE

Sometimes you just have to have a treat...and I liked that this does not have any flour in it. Just a hint...16 Tbsp. = 1 cup and 64 tsp. = 1 1/3 cup. This isn't an every day treat, but it sure satisfies the sweet tooth!

Submitted by LEARN2LIVE4ME

A healthy snack for your trick-or-treaters (and for you too!)

Adapted from recipe I found on about.com

Submitted by LKLEHMAN

found this on Kellog's site

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Submitted by CELTIC_WITCH

Halloween theme green pea soup with cheese. Fun for kids, quick and healthy too!

Submitted by AURORA.BELLA

A healthy & great tasting smoothie!

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This is a Martha Stewart Recipe

Submitted by CMMEIER

Fun for kids

Submitted by CALL-ME-9-1-1

This is the original recipe

Submitted by DEMENTEDGURL

Adapted from http://delightfullysweet.wordpress.com/2009/11/02/espresso-crinkle-cookies/

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

2 ww points

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Submitted by BRITTANIA17

These cookies get a boost of nutrition from dried cherries, blueberries and cranberries.

Submitted by PHULLER

Traditional cookies get a tasty twist!

Submitted by PHULLER

I adapted this recipe from the Pillsbury recipe "Peppermint Crunch Cookies". I made my own sugar cookies - Easy Fluffy Sugar Cookies (http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=840741) instead of using their pre-made dough to reduce the calorie count a little.

*These are not necessarily diet friendly. They are a great treat and perfect for holiday parties. This is a fun and easy recipe to make with your kids!*

Submitted by CARADAWN

The cookies we make every Christmas, without fail. The smell of them will always bring back memories of childhood Christmases. Definitely not for dieters or diabetics, though!

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A recipe from Whole Foods Market for a tea that is made with apple juice and spices. I like it served warm better than cold - it's like apple-cider!

Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

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Submitted by LAURIEWY

Feel like a kid again with these soft cookies. Perfect with a warm cup of cider.

Thick, rich, cold eggnog. Who knew how good for your own homemade could be?

Submitted by BOOKWYRMB

This sugar cookie recipe is an old Gold Medal Flour recipe. I have used it since my adult children were very small and always made them for their birthday parties at school. They are soft and delicious!

Submitted by LITTLE-LORI

This tea punch can be served warm or cold.
Double or triple the recipe to fill your punch bowl.

Submitted by VEHAMILTON1

Cake Truffles!

Submitted by JENSEN04

A classic Mocktail. I replaced regular cola with diet cola and...well, that's about it :P Still good to know the calorie calculations, though.

Submitted by KENNEDI3

Experience the benefits of fresh ginger!!!

Loved this it turned out wonderful!!!

Submitted by KAKESGIRL82

Classic kid's mocktail, with less calories than the original.

Submitted by KENNEDI3

Use mini m&ms to give this some chocolate, and use different colors for different holidays! Tastes decadent for only 76 calories.

Submitted by PAULHOBAN

Submitted by CELTIC_WITCH

I use the disposable, aluminum loaf pans - they are slightly smaller than a standard loaf pan. Ths recipe makes 6 of these or 4 regular loaf pans or 10 mini loaves.

Submitted by GILLIEA

"These chocolate-covered spoons make delightful holiday gifts. They are so wonderful to have at home, too. Use them to stir a little chocolate into your coffee, or strengthen your hot chocolate. You will need 20 to 24 plastic spoons for this recipe. "

Submitted by FITTNESS_SMILES

This is a revision of the Merry Gingerbread Cookies recipe from the Splenda website. I left the butter and egg portion of the recipe intact for flavour purposes but perhaps it could be altered further to reduce those calories.

Submitted by GEMINIDREAM

We take this to Holiday parties and on camping trips. Dress up the jar, and it makes a great Holiday gift.

Submitted by FITTNESS_SMILES

A friend gave me a bag of this with the recipie and it is great. Watch how much you eat, it's addictive!

Submitted by VIOLINLADY3

Submitted by GARYKILLMER

Ice Cream

Submitted by JENCOBB78

Fun to make on snowy day with kids.

Submitted by NOMOREDONUTS1

This is a fun & easy recipe for the kids. Just keep an eye on them they will burn quickly.

Submitted by SESAMESEED