American summer desserts recipes with 400 or fewer calories

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Easy Strawberry Jam Filled Cookies

Easy Strawberry Jam Filled Cookies

This recipe has cream cheese in the dough. Makes the dough smooth and rich tasting. I like making these with…

Syi
Mar 2012
Advanced
1 vote
5281 views
Aunt Betty's Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Aunt Betty's Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

To be honest with you, my aunt’s recipe was chocolate chip cookies, not bars, but I decided to make them into…

Carolinaheartstrings
Apr 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
3610 views
No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

One of my favorites growing up. One of my favorites still. One of my family's favorites. It will soon be one of…

Carolina Create
Jul 2014
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1 vote
3543 views
Summer Camp Berry Hand Pie

Summer Camp Berry Hand Pie

One bite and you’ll fall in love with this bubbling, fruity Summer Camp Berry Hand Pie dessert that everyone is sure to love!

Culinary Envy
Jun 2016
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1 vote
1373 views
Strawberry Swirl

Strawberry Swirl

When I was in junior high, my Home Ec teacher taught us this recipe...and I love it still! I have to say, it's by far the best thing I learned that…

Andra Kiser
Jul 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
3757 views
Brownie S'Mores

Brownie S'Mores

I still like S’mores, but I’m grown up and seldom sit around a campfire anymore. Occasionally I’ll treat myself to some melted marshmallows after I…

Jane Evans Bonacci
Jul 2010
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3 votes
4068 views
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

This recipe has become my go to dish when I am asked to bring something for a crowd. It’s easy and everybody likes strawberries, cake, pudding and…

Adam Janowski
Mar 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
5364 views
Oh the pretty little Puff Pastry Cream Puffs!

Oh the pretty little Puff Pastry Cream Puffs!

Pretty doesn't mean you have to be difficult! These little bite size cream puffs go from kitchen to belly in no…

Nick Roche
Mar 2013
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1 vote
5364 views
Ruby Red Strawberry Pie

Ruby Red Strawberry Pie

Couldn't be an easier pie to make - and perfect for summer's lighter menu fare. A nice do-ahead gelatin dessert that takes just minutes to prepare.…

Salad Foodie
Jun 2014
Professional
1 vote
4837 views
Apple Cobbler Pie

Apple Cobbler Pie

Ok…all I have to say is that this is HEAVEN!!! This is an Apple Cobbler made with a coconut-based whipped topping. All the blended ingredients of…

Kiki Thompson
May 2010
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1 vote
5482 views
CANDIED PECANS

CANDIED PECANS

THIS RECIPE I MADE AND EVERY ONE OF MY FRIENDS GET ON CHRISTMAS. THIS IT SOMETHING YOU CAN NOT STOP EATING. I GIVE THE BASIC RECIPE YOU CAN ADD WHAT…

GARY ESTESS
Feb 2012
Professional
1 vote
4360 views
oatmeal dark chocolate chip cookies

oatmeal dark chocolate chip cookies

These cookies are so soft and chewy, you can't tell these are healthy for you! Of course, I couldn't just make…

Michelle Antol
Aug 2013
Intermediate
1 vote
3010 views
Cranberry Volcano Brownie

Cranberry Volcano Brownie

Are you staying at home this Valentine's Day for dinner? It's all the rage now. Looking for the simple but perfect dessert for a special evening?…

Robyn Savoie
Feb 2014
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1 vote
4756 views
Old Fashion Hot and Juicy Cinnamon Rolls

Old Fashion Hot and Juicy Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon dates back to about 2800 BC in Chinese writings. It is believed to have medical value, and equal in…

J. Gino Genovesi
May 2014
Professional
1 vote
8568 views
Florida’s Finest Orange Marmalade Thumbprints with Fresh Rosemary

Florida’s Finest Orange Marmalade Thumbprints with Fresh Rosemary

These melt-in-your mouth shortbread cookies are my twist on the classic…

Adam Janowski
Jan 2016
Intermediate
1 vote
2093 views