Have your cake and eat it too with these lighter takes on sweet classics

<p>We all love something sweet, but sometimes a lighter dessert is all we want! These recipes won't scrimp on flavour, they might even become your new go-to pud.</p><p>Thanks to smart ingredient swaps, these scrumptious treats are lighter than their full-fat counterparts. Don't worry though, none of the yumminess is lost!</p><p>Scroll on to discover our cakes and puds that truly <i>divine.</i></p><h2>Tiramisu</h2><p>This take on the <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/tiramisu1" target="_blank">classic Italian after-dinner sweet</a> uses 50% less fat crème fraîche and fat-free quark for a super yummy lighter option &ndash; without sacrificing on flavour. Coffee is naturally low in calories, while a little dark chocolate goes a long way in this dessert, meaning you can get all of those decadent, Italian sweet flavours without missing out!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="lighter_tiramisu_hero__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/lighter_tiramisu_hero__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h2>Hazelnut and chocolate meringue cake </h2><p>How good does this look! Who knew this would be a lighter dessert? This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/hazelnut-and-chocolate-meringue-cake" target="_blank">hazelnut and chocolate meringue cake</a> is made with fat-free Greek yogurt and light mascarpone cheese, this is a fabulous centrepiece or party dessert that everyone can dig into.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="hazelnut__chocolate_meringue_cake_hero__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/hazelnut__chocolate_meringue_cake_hero__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h2>passionfruit jelly cheesecake </h2><p>Tart passion fruit and zesty lime cut through the richness of the creamy filling and biscuit base of this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/passion-fruit-jelly-cheesecake" target="_blank">citrus-fuelled dessert</a>. Light 50% less fat original soft cheese and fat-free greek yogurt make this sweet treat a lighter alternative to the original American-style cheesecake.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="passion_fruit_jelly_cheesecake_hero__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/passion_fruit_jelly_cheesecake_hero__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p> </p><h2>Lemon and courgette loaf cake</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/lemon-courgette-loaf-cake" target="_blank">This lighter take on the lemon drizzle</a> gets its moisture from Greek-style yogurt and (wait for it) grated courgettes! The veg slowly cooks down as the cake bakes, oozing into the sponge and keeping things oh-so decadent without the need for any butter. Ama-<em>zing!</em></p><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="courgetteandlemonloaf-2__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/courgetteandlemonloaf-2__square_GL?scl=1"><em><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/courgetteandlemonloaf-2__square_GL?scl=1"></em></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h2>mint chocolate mousse </h2><p>Creamy avocado blended with fat-free yogurt creates a <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mint-chocolate-mousse" target="_blank">lighter version of this classic dessert</a>. Mint and chocolate really is a match made in heaven &ndash; this mousse is a true delight!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="mint-chocolate-mousse-web__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mint-chocolate-mousse-web__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p> </p><h2>Cinnamon apple scones</h2><p>Greek yogurt makes a fantastic alternative to butter in a variety of bakes, including <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cinnamon-apple-scones" target="_blank">these tasty apple scones</a>. By lowering the fat content of the bake, you also lower the calorie content. These scones drizzled with vanilla glaze and filled yogurt and blackberries is such a tasty treat!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="cinnamon-apple-scones__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/cinnamon-apple-scones__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p><em>Feeling inspired to whip up one of our lighter wonders? Make sure to stock up on everything you need <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

These lighter desserts are just as good as the real thing!

By Asda Good Living,8th January 2021

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