Peach Shortcake

Ingredients: 

2 cups sliced fresh peaches
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar substitute plus
1 teaspoon sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 dash salt (optional)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 egg substitute equivalent
1/4 cup skim milk

Yield: 

8 Servings

Method: 

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray an 8- by 8- by 2-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the peaches in the bottom of the dish.

Mix together 1 teaspoon sugar substitute, almond extract, and cinnamon; sprinkle over the peaches and set aside. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar substitute; mix well.

Add the oil, egg, and milk to the dry ingredients; mix until smooth. Spread evenly over the peaches and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Remove from oven, invert onto a serving plate, and serve.

This recipe yields 8 servings. Serving size: 1/2 cup.

Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Starch, 1/2 Fruit.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 114; Calories from Fat 33; Total Fat 4g; Saturated Fat 0g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 110mg (without added salt 94mg); Carbohydrate 18g; Dietary Fiber 1g; Sugars 5g; Protein 3g.