7 Sensational Summer Treats

Dieting is tough. And every now and then we all get cravings for something a little sweet! Don't worry! Now you can satisfy that craving without feeling guilty afterward! Here are some delicious desserts that are tasty and won't ruin your waistline. Easy to eat and easy to make. Enjoy!

Here are some ideas for sensational summer treats:

7. Skinny Cow ice-cream sandwiches. These delicious ice cream sandwiches are 97-percent fat free and have only 140 calories! With flavors like chocolate mint and caramel swirl, they certainly hit the sweet spot!

6. Fresh berries fruit salad. Light, refreshing, and easy to make. Throw in some blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and add a dollop of non-fat whipped topping. Pamela says, "It is summer and we can all feel the heat. By including fresh berries either for a treat or part of a meal, not only do you get to eat something refreshing but those tasty fruits are loaded with anti-oxidantsand vitamins and minerals."

5. Yogurt pops. This yummy dessert has only 104 calories and less than one gram of fat per serving!

Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar-free lemon-flavored drink mix
8 ounces fat-free strawberry cheesecake-flavored yogurt.

Prepare drink mix according to package directions. Combine with yogurt. Pour into ice pop molds and freeze until firm. Serves four.

4. Almond Ice. Both refreshing and really low in calories (only 74 calories per serving), this dessert is sure to be a summer smash!

Ingredients
1-1/2 (.25 ounce) envelopes unflavored gelatin
2/3 cup boiling water
1-1/4 tsp. almond extract
1 cup and 3 Tbsp. cold water
1/3 cup and 1 Tbsp. white sugar
1/4 cup and 2 tsp. fresh strawberries, halved
1/4 cup and 2 tsp. seedless grapes
1/4 cup and 2 tsp. cubed cantaloupe

Directions
Soften gelatin in 1 cup cold water. Add 2 1/4 cups boiling water and sugar. Stir until thoroughly dissolved. Add 3 cups cold water and the almond extract. Mix well.

Pour gelatin mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate for at least four hours. Cut into 1-inch squares and serve in a bowl with cut fruits. Serves six people.

. Fruit and Honey Cookies. Sweet, tart and only 102 calories each, these cookies are sure to make you smile on a hot summer day.

Ingredients
1/2 cup and 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/8 tsp. ground walnuts
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/8 tsp. ground allspice
1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 cup honey
2 Tbsp. shortening
2 Tbsp. packed brown sugar
1/2 eggs
2-1/4 tsp. 2-percent milk
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup dried currants
1/4 cup dates, pitted and chopped

Directions
Combine flour, walnuts, baking soda, allspice, cinnamon, and salt.

In small saucepan over low heat, melt shortening and honey, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour into large bowl. Stir in brown sugar, eggs and milk until well blended. Slowly add dry ingredients. Fold in raisins, currants and dates. Cover and chill for 4 hours.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease cookie sheets. Drop by spoonfuls 2-inches apart on cookie sheets.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly colored. Makes 12 cookies.