Light Whipped Cream
This recipe combines the luxury of real whipped cream with the healthfulness of low-fat yogurt. Its great with fresh berries and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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This recipe combines the luxury of real whipped cream with the healthfulness of low-fat yogurt. Its great with fresh berries and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
See also Vegan Maple Pecan Pie
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat or nonfat vanilla yogurt
- 1/3 cup whipping cream
- 1 tsp. orange liqueur or orange juice
Preparation
- Line sieve or colander with cheesecloth or coffee filters and set over medium bowl, leaving at least 1/2 inch of clearance from bottom. Spoon in yogurt, cover and let drain in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. Discard liquid.
- Whip cream in chilled small bowl with electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold in drained yogurt and orange liqueur or orange juice. Serve immediately, or store chilled.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size Makes about 1 1/2 cups
- Calories 21
- Carbohydrate Content 2 g
- Cholesterol Content 5 mg
- Fat Content 1 g
- Fiber Content 0 g
- Protein Content 0 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 8 mg
- Sugar Content 2 g
- Trans Fat Content 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g