Low Calorie Pumpkin Pie

Last week I joined Weight Watchers...I'm committed to getting in shape by next summer. With all the food filled holidays just around the corner, it doesn't mean you have to deprive yourself or worse yet put on the average 12 pounds. Yes I said 12 pounds...that's how much the average person gains over the Holidays. For all your favorite recipes, there is more than likely a low calorie version. For the next month or so I will be sharing some of my favorite points+ friendly Thanksgiving Recipes and Christmas Recipes. There are certain times of the year Pumpkin Pie is a must at the dinner table and Thanksgiving is one of them. Creamy and delicious, this dessert recipe uses a light graham cracker crust instead of the traditional pie crust recipe.

Low Calorie Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 4 oz reduced-fat cinnamon graham crackers
- 2 tbsp light butter, melted (I suggest Brummel and Brown)
- 1 tbsp packed light brown sugar
- 1 tsp light Pancake Syrup
For the pie filling:
- 1 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp light Pancake Syrup
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp table salt
- 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
- Top with a dollop of Fat-Free Reddi-Whip whipped cream

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a food processor, combine graham crackers and light brown sugar, and process into fine crumbs. In a small bowl, combine the crumbs and the melted butter, and pancake syrup, and mix with hands. Then transfer to an ungreased 9” pie pan, and distribute crust mixture evenly, pressing it against the pan with your hands. Put in the fridge and chill for 40 minutes. Then, bake about 8-10 minutes, or until the pie crust starts to turn that yummy golden brown.

In a large bowl, whip egg whites into a soft peak, using an electric mixer. Fold in remaining ingredients (except the whipped cream). Beat the mixture until smooth, creamy and lump free, and pour into your pie shell. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Cut into 8 even slices and top with a nice dollop of the Fat Free Whipped Cream. Enjoy!

Total servings per recipe: 8
Serving size = 1 slice
Each serving = 3 Point Value

Stay tuned for more!!
Debbie