Summer Sweets

Saturday, May 1st, 2010

The perfect summer meal deserves a grand finale that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you prefer to indulge in the fresh produce of the season or a chilly frozen novelty, go ahead and give in to the temptation of these wonderfully light and refreshing sweets.

A Taste of Paradise
Every luscious bite of fresh mango is like an island retreat. Their wonderful fruity flavor is just one reason to love mangos; they’re also rich in the antioxidants vitamins A and C, plus a good source of fiber. Mangos are available in stores year-round though the varieties vary from season to season. When choosing a ripe mango, look beyond its skin color and select one that has a slight “give” when gently squeezed. For a meal-ender that’s simple to prepare yet looks oh-sosophisticated, serve tropical Mini Mango Cheesecakes. Baked in
a flaky crust, these light and creamy cheesecakes are the perfect bite-size indulgence.

Lightly Sweeten
Enhance the sweetness of foods and recipes with the combination of naturally sweet stevia and pure cane sugar found in Sun Crystals® All-Natural Sweeteners. This unique blend provides the familiar taste of sugar with fewer calories and without added sugar alcohols. Use packets to lightly sweeten iced tea, lemonade and fresh fruit. In recipes, replace half the amount of sugar with Sun Crystals® Granulated Blend. Developed with additional sugar for all-purpose use, Granulated Blend provides a similar texture and moisture to baked goods as those made with sugar alone but with half the calories.

Refresh with Flavor
Whether you’re poolside, on the beach or exercising, kiss your thirst goodbye
with an invigorating and flavorful beverage like Aquafina® Flavorsplash™. This pure, filtered water comes in a variety of fun, fruity flavors like Raspberry, Peach Mango, and Citrus–all with zero calories to keep you in summer shape. When engaging in outdoor activities during the heat of the summer, choose water, and low-calorie non-caffeinated and non-alcoholic beverages to keep hydrated.

Irresistible Ice Cream
Calling all ice cream lovers! There’s nothing better than an icy treat on a hot summer day. Cool your taste buds with new chocolate-drizzled The Skinny Cow® Truffle Bars. These low-fat ice cream bars taste so decadent you would never know they’re made with skim milk and contain just 100 calories per serving. Delight in the rich flavors of Chocolate, French Vanilla and Caramel. Are you craving ice cream sandwiches, cups and cones? Good news–those are in The Skinny Cow® low-fat line-up too!

Tags: ice cream, indulgence, mango, summer, sweets