Banana Strawberry Shake

1 large ripe banana, sliced
5 packets SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener
1/2 cup reduced fat milk
1 1/4 cups frozen unsweetened strawberries

1. Combine all ingredients in the jar of a blender. Blend on medium speed until smooth.
2. Pour into glasses and serve.

Makes 2 servings.
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 5 Minutes
Note: Add additional SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener, if desired.
Nutrition Info Per Serving (1/2 of recipe): Calories 150 | Calories from Fat 15 | Fat 1.5g (sat 1.0g) | Cholesterol 5mg | Sodium 35mg | Carbohydrates 34g | Fiber 5g | Sugars 27g | Protein 3g
Recipe courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.

  

Banana Raspberry Smoothie

The great summer flavors of raspberries can be enjoyed year 'round with frozen berries in a refreshing smoothie.

1 large sliced ripe banana
1 1/4 cups unsweetened frozen raspberries
5 packets SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk

1. Place banana in freezer for 10 minutes or until slightly firm.
2. Process all ingredients in a blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Serve immediately.

Makes 2 servings.
Nutritional Facts Per Serving: Calories: Calories: 120; Calories from Fat: 10; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 35mg; Total Carbs: 26g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugars: 19g; Protein: 4g
Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Fruit, 1/2 Low-Fat Milk.
Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.
 

'Banana's Foster' Smoothie

Take the flavors of a classic Bananas Foster and blend them up in this satisfying caramel and banana smoothie. This quick and easy drink is perfect for breakfast or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.

2 packets SPLENDA® Flavors for Coffee, Caramel
3/4 cup reduced fat milk
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon banana extract
1 (2 inch) slice of banana

1. Mix all ingredients, except banana, in a microwaveable bowl or cup. Heat in microwave 50 to 60 seconds or until hot. Pour into a blender and add banana. Cover tightly and blend 15 to 20 seconds or until banana is pureed. Pour into serving glass and serve immediately.

Makes 1 serving.
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 5 Minutes
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 recipe): Calories 140 | Calories from Fat 35 | Fat 4.0g (sat 2.5g) | Cholesterol 15mg | Sodium 90mg | Carbohydrates 24g | Fiber 1g | Sugars 19g | Protein 7g
Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.

Banana Colada Smoothie

This smoothie is a refreshing tropical treat.

1 cup ice cubes
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1 small ripe banana, sliced
3 tablespoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1/2 cup reduced-fat coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a blender in the order listed; process mixture until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.

Makes 2 servings.

Cook's Note: Look for unsweetened coconut milk in the Asian food section of your supermarket

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/2 of recipe): Calories: 140; Calories from Fat: 50; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 10mg; Total Carbs: 23g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 18g; Protein: 1g

Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Starch, 1 Fruit, 1 Fat.

Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.

Banana Berry Smoothie

Plain nonfat yogurt helps to boost the protein in this fruit-flavored easy to make drink. Combine it with a hearty fiber-filled muffin for a great breakfast "to go".

2 cups plain nonfat yogurt
1 medium size ripe banana, peeled, sliced
1/2 cup Equal® Spoonful*
2 cups frozen unsweetened whole strawberries
1 cup frozen unsweetened red raspberries

1. Combine yogurt, banana, Equal® and lemon juice in blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth.
2. Add half of frozen fruit. Blend until smooth. Repeat with remaining frozen fruit.
3. Serve immediately in tall glasses.

Makes 4 servings.
* May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Nutrition Information Per Serving: calories 142, protein 8 g, carbohydrate 24 g, fat 2 g, cholesterol 7 mg, sodium 90 mg.
Food Exchanges: 1 milk, 1 fruit.
Recipe provided courtesy of Merisant Corporation ® and the NutraSweet Company, makers of Equal®.
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Apple Shake

This smooth, delicate shake is a great way to cool off during the hot, hot days of late summer.

1 apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
1 1/2 cups fat-free milk
3 cups vanilla no-sugar-added, fat-free ice cream
2 tablespoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

Place the apple, milk, ice cream, and SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener in a blender, and blend until smooth. Serve cold!

Makes 2 (20-ounce) servings.
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 10 Minutes

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/2 of recipe): Calories 350 | Calories from Fat 5 | Fat 0.5g (sat 0g) | Cholesterol 5mg | Sodium 300mg | Carbohydrates 73g | Fiber 2g | Sugars 34g | Protein 18g

Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.

Apple Breeze

This cinnamon spiced apple refresher is great on a crisp autumn day.

1 packet SPLENDA® Flavors for Coffee, Cinnamon Spice
2/3 cup sparkling apple cider
1 tablespoon grapefruit juice
1 cup ice, as desired

Pour all ingredients into a tall serving glass. Stir well. Add ice, if desired. Serve immediately.

Makes 1 serving.
Preparation Time: 1 Minute
Total Time: 1 Minute

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 recipe): Calories 90 | Calories from Fat 0 | Fat 0g (sat 0g) | Cholesterol 0mg | Sodium 25mg | Carbohydrates 22g | Fiber 0g | Sugars 19g | Protein 0g

Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.