Light Pies: Pies on a Diet!

The pie showdown has begun! Compare recipes before and after my healthy substitutions and alternatives.

Also, try this recipe for cup pies as a great single serving alternative.

Traditional Apple Pie is a savory experience, but don't let it ruin how far you have come by watching your calories.

The smell of warm cinnamon apples will still fill your home and your taste buds will still sing with one taste of this Light Apple Pie!

Imagine all the deliciousness of a traditional apple pie with the scrumptious crunchy streusel on top ...only now with less calories! Is your mouth watering yet?

Caramel and apples.. does it get any better? In a pie? Now it is just perfect.

This original recipe has heaps of taste, flavor, calories and fat. Oh no.

But calories and fat go plummeting with a few alternatives and changes. Voilą!

Give your mind a break with this low calorie and low fat alternative. Feel free to use a few or as many of these alterations as you wish to make the perfect pie for you.

Cherry pie is a pie for all occasions. Holidays, birthdays, housewarmings, events, potlucks...the list is endless.

Be the hero by bringing a dessert that anyone can enjoy. They will thank you for your thoughtfulness and praise you as a master chef!

Blackberries are a favorite in the pie/cobbler family. They have such a sweet and full flavor that is truly irresistible in any form.