Fresh Berries with Vanilla-Almond “Cream”

Name: Fresh Berries with Vanilla-Almond “Cream”
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (1 pint) fresh berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or any combination); Two 8-ounce containers low-fat vanilla yogurt or soy yogurt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of nutmeg, optional; 1/3 cup toasted sliced or slivered almonds

December 9, 2011

Whichever berry or berries please you most, here’s a tasty way to enjoy them

Recipe information

Yield
4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

2 cups (1 pint) fresh berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or any combination)

Two 8-ounce containers low-fat vanilla yogurt or soy yogurt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of nutmeg, optional

1/3 cup toasted sliced or slivered almonds

Preparation

Step 1
Divide the berries among 4 to 6 dessert bowls.
Step 2
Combine the yogurt, vanilla, and optional nutmeg in a small mixing bowl and stir together until creamy.
Step 3
Spoon the yogurt mixture over the berries, sprinkle with the almonds, and serve.
nutrition information
Step 4
Calories: 137
Step 5
Total Fat: 5g
Step 6
Protein: 6g
Step 7
Carbohydrate: 15g
Step 8
Cholesterol: 4mg
Step 9
Sodium: 50mg

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