Peach-Almond Parfaits

Peach-Almond Parfaits - 15g Carbs, 2g Fiber

From: South Beach Diet Taste of Summer Meal Plan Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Making this dessert in parfait glasses or beautiful dessert bowls adds to the fun, especially for kids, because you can see all the tasty layers you're about to enjoy.

1/4 cup slivered almonds 2/3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 2/3 cup low-fat or nonfat plain yogurt 2 Tbsp granular sugar substitute 3 medium peaches, cubed (2 cups) Ground cinnamon

Heat the oven to 275 degrees F. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and toast, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and golden, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.

In a blender or food processor, combine ricotta, yogurt, and sugar substitute and process until smooth. Spoon 1/4 cup of the peaches into each of 4 parfait glasses or dessert dishes. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture over the peaches.

Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon and 1/2 tablespoon of the almonds. Top evenly with remaining peaches, remaining ricotta mixture, a pinch of cinnamon, and remaining almonds.

Makes 4 (1-cup) servings

Nutrition per Serving: 160 Calories, 8g Fat, 2.5g Saturated fat, 9g protein, 15g Carbs, 2g Fiber, 80mg Sodium

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 * Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group