Desserts recipes with 400 or fewer calories

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Good Stuff Dessert (a chocolate pudding trifle)

Good Stuff Dessert (a chocolate pudding trifle)

Years ago a friend gave me this recipe saying it is as the name says, truly “Good Stuff.” Layers start with a…

Salad Foodie
Jun 2012
Professional
5 votes
19721 views
Drop Sand Tarts

Drop Sand Tarts

This is a holiday cookie! It is an easier version of an old-fashioned rolled out cookie. It tastes very similar, but is not as unique as when they…

Jann from PA
Oct 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
11884 views
Christmas Jewels (Fruit Cake Cookies)

Christmas Jewels (Fruit Cake Cookies)

A munchy spice cookie with loads of nuts. Mixed candied fruit adds the “jewel tones,” moisture and softness.…

Salad Foodie
Dec 2011
Professional
1 vote
7096 views
Apple Crisp – Microwave Quick!

Apple Crisp – Microwave Quick!

I haven’t found a quicker apple crisp recipe that tastes as good (or better) than oven-baked. Simple prep and fast cooking make this a perfect…

Salad Foodie
Oct 2011
Professional
3 votes
22431 views
Strawberry Danish Dessert

Strawberry Danish Dessert

Refreshing dessert that is tasty yet not to filling.

Kim Hoepker
Aug 2010
Intermediate
2 votes
16724 views
Halloween Finger Cookies

Halloween Finger Cookies

These taste like a rich biscotti. But the best thing about them is the spooky Halloween look! Try serving them at a Halloween party or bringing…

John Spottiswood
Oct 2010
Advanced
9 votes
13391 views
Old-Fashioned Raisin Walnut Spice Bars

Old-Fashioned Raisin Walnut Spice Bars

This vintage bar cookie recipe should be included in the Oldie-But-Goodie Cookie Hall of Fame. Great for a…

Salad Foodie
May 2014
Professional
2 votes
5551 views
“Bear Sign” (Or… a more polite name: “Nut & Berry Shortbread Bars”)

“Bear Sign” (Or… a more polite name: “Nut & Berry Shortbread Bars”)

During the off-season, when salmon aren’t readily available up north,…

Kevin Olomon
Feb 2010
Professional
6 votes
12477 views
Uncle Amos' Molasses Cookies

Uncle Amos' Molasses Cookies

This is an old stand-by, perfect for the holidays, for winter, for enjoying with a glass of milk, or hot coffee, tea or cocoa. The beautiful…

Amos Miller
Dec 2011
Professional
4 votes
8211 views
Scottish Shortbread Men

Scottish Shortbread Men

A quick and tasty alternative to Gingerbread Men!

Momma Cupcake
Dec 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
4003 views
Cranberry Torte

Cranberry Torte

An elegant dessert recipe that makes a showy finale to the holiday meal. It’s a make-ahead and freeze recipe, which will simplify matters on the day…

Salad Foodie
Dec 2013
Professional
3 votes
13248 views
Strawberry and Rhubarb Tapioca Pudding

Strawberry and Rhubarb Tapioca Pudding

A delightful tapioca pudding for a special occasion. So ruby-red pretty, and with a small scoop of vanilla ice…

Salad Foodie
Aug 2011
Professional
2 votes
10052 views
Italian Red Wine Cookies

Italian Red Wine Cookies

These are so quick and easy you can bake them anytime, and people will think you spent all day just baking for them !!

Evelyn Scott
Jan 2011
Advanced
3 votes
8410 views
Easy Cinnamon Apple Strudel

Easy Cinnamon Apple Strudel

This is super simple and truly delicious. I made it for John's birthday dinner, since he loves cinnamon apple desserts with vanilla ice cream.…

Nancy Miyasaki
Jan 2013
Intermediate
3 votes
10578 views
Pão de Ló - Portuguese Sponge Cake

Pão de Ló - Portuguese Sponge Cake

I have always loved this recipe, especially when one is able to cook in in such a way that the middle part is…

Sofia Reino
Apr 2010
Advanced
1 vote
6955 views