Pumpkin pie is a Thanksgiving dinner staple. The calories that come along with it are less enticing. What if you could enjoy all of that spicy, pumpkin flavor without all of the unwanted calories? Don’t limit your options to blowing your health goals or skipping the pie. Instead, make this low calorie whipped pumpkin pie. A traditional pumpkin pie has about 2,414 calories. This lightened version only has 1,215 and you can make it ahead of your festivities and freeze it! It’s the epitome of light and easy.

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Before we get to the recipe I have a confession to make. I don’t actually like traditional pumpkin pie. Don’t get me wrong, the flavors are amazing! It’s the texture that I can’t stand. The texture is not as stiff as flan but it’s not smooth like pudding. It is some weird hybrid that doesn’t feel right to my palate. Most years I choose to scrape the pumpkin part off of the pie and just eat the flavor-soaked pie crust alone. This year, I’m changing that by making my own delicious version of pumpkin pie with all of the flavor and none of the drawbacks.

Low-Calorie Whipped Pumpkin Pie

Name: Low Calorie Whipped Pumpkin Pie
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: Crust Ingredients; 1 Sleeve of Graham Crackers (9 whole crackers); 1 Stick of Margarine (1/2 cup); Pie Filling Ingredients; 1 8oz Container of Lite Whipped Topping; ½ Cup Canned Pumpkin; 1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

Crust Ingredients

1 Sleeve of Graham Crackers (9 whole crackers)
1 Stick of Margarine (1/2 cup)

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350º F.

Step 2

Melt your stick of butter in a small mixing bowl in 30 second increments in the microwave.

Step 3

While your butter is melting, put your graham crackers into a re-sealable bag and crush them into crumbs using your hand (or a meat tenderizer if you’re feeling frustrated).

Step 4

Add your graham cracker crumbs to the mixing bowl of melted butter. Stir until well-combined.

Step 5

Spray a glass pie plate with non-stick cooking spray and press your graham cracker mixture into it forming a pie crust.

Step 6

Bake for 10 minutes.

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Pie Filling Ingredients

1 8oz Container of Lite Whipped Topping
½ Cup Canned Pumpkin
1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

Step 1

Combine all of the ingredients above in a mixing bowl until well-incorporated.

Step 2

Cover the bowl and set it in the fridge until your crust has cooled to room temperature.

Step 3

Add the filling to your room temperature graham cracker crust and smooth into place with a rubber spatula.

To Freeze: Cover your glass pie plate with a lid (or foil if yours doesn’t have a lid) and place in the freezer. Pull out and defrost at least an hour prior to serving.

This pie is seriously yummy! My family has already gone nuts on this one so I guess I’ll be making a second one for Thanksgiving dinner. It’s more like a fluffy pumpkin mousse than that heavy traditional pie which I love but the kiddos loved the flavor even though they also love traditional pumpkin pie. No matter what your preference, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser this Thanksgiving. Now I want to know: What are you pie preferences for the holidays? Do you skip the desserts table at Thanksgiving or do you anxiously await getting your hands on all of those decadent treats? Let me know in the comments!

Yield: 1 Pie

Low Calorie Whipped Pumpkin Pie

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients
1 Sleeve of Graham Crackers (9 whole crackers)
1 Stick of Margarine (1/2 cup)
Pie Filling Ingredients
1 8oz Container of Lite Whipped Topping
½ Cup Canned Pumpkin
1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

Instructions

Crust: Preheat oven to 350º F.
Melt your stick of butter in a small mixing bowl in 30 second increments in the microwave.
While your butter is melting, put your graham crackers into a re-sealable bag and crush them into crumbs using your hand or a meat tenderizer.
Add your graham cracker crumbs to the mixing bowl of melted butter. Stir until well-combined.
Spray a glass pie plate with non-stick cooking spray and press your graham cracker mixture into it forming a pie crust.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Filling: Combine all of the ingredients above in a mixing bowl until well-incorporated.
Cover the bowl and set it in the fridge until your crust has cooled to room temperature.
Add the filling to your room temperature graham cracker crust and smooth into place with a rubber spatula.

Notes

To Freeze: Cover your glass pie plate with a lid (or foil if yours doesn’t have a lid) and place in the freezer. Pull out and defrost at least an hour prior to serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8 Slices

Serving Size:

1 Slice
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152

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No Halloween gathering is complete without food and drink. When you’re looking to throw the ultimate spooky fete you can’t serve just any old bag of chips. You want your food to be just as awesome as you party. These 18 wicked drinks and savory treats are the perfect addition. Find the perfect alcoholic or non-alcoholic party punch to fit your tastes. Then serve up some spook-tacular bites with these creepy treats that are sure to wow!

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Wicked Drinks

How cool are these blood clot shots from A Worthey Read? Delicious toasted marshmallows give this drink its creepy appeal!

This non-alcoholic party punch from Our Family World is perfect to serve kiddos. They’ll love sipping from a drink that looks at them.

Another great drink for kids is these bloodshot Halloween drinks from Finding Zest! These interactive drinks will make your mini-monsters feel like superstars.

Apple cider is delicious on its own but your teens will love if you take it to the next level with these Apple Cider Mocktails from My Teen Guide!

Pump up the pumpkin vibe with this adults-only Pumpkin Spice Fizz from April Golightly. You can’t go wrong when prosecco is involved. Yum!

This family-friendly Cranberry Orange Spiced Cider from A Proverbs31 Wife is delicious and easy. The best part of this recipe is that you make it in the Crock-Pot!

The Crimson Martini from Grey is the New Black is perfect for a fancy soiree. Make your guests feel even cooler than Bond with these easy to make cocktails.

This purple-y Black Spider Party Punch from Finding Zest is another great family punch. The addition of frozen blueberries helps keep your punch cool throughout the party.

Don’t feel like mixing up your party drinks? Serve pre-bottled drinks and top them with these ghost tags from Val Event Gal. She uses them to top mini-bottles of wine but you could easily make them family-friendly by using mini-bottles of pop instead.

Drink your dessert with these Vampire Milkshake Shots from Frog Prince Paperie. Don’t let the look full you. These are 100% alcohol free so you can serve them to everyone.

Savory Treats

These spooky Halloween appetizers from Woods of Bell Trees are super easy to make yet easily up your party fare.

Jalapeno poppers are a staple party appetizer but these mummy ones from The Lucky Pear up the ante. Who wouldn’t want to nibble on these tasty little spooks?

If you are looking for a lighter meal to serve then this Chicken Boo-dle soup from Morgan Manages Mommyhood fits the bill. It is healthy and delicious with a dash of Halloween flair.

I don’t know about your family but mine loves pizza. They’d eat it every day if I would let them. Treat your family and party guests with this fun mummy pizza from The Joys of Boys.

Don’t forget to treat your guest to some pumpkin fun. These roasted pumpkin seeds from Tabler Party of Two are a great treat to serve alongside chips and pretzels.

If you are throwing a family-friendly affair then be sure to serve up some of these Babybel cheese monsters from SheSaved. They are perfect for little hands to grab and go.

Another great savory appetizer from SheSaved are these spooky deviled egg spiders. They are just as creepy as they are delicious.

Last but certainly not least is this easy pumpkin cheese-ball from Crafts a la Mode. Cheese-balls are always an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Now that you have the perfect party fare to serve your guests, which ones will you choose? Don’t forget to round out your party with these wickedly easy DIY Halloween invitations and sweet DIY pumpkin banner! The DIY Halloween fun continues on Friday. See you then!

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Being a mom doesn’t come with sick days. When you are feeling under the weather you can let the housework slide and the errands go. Of course, that means more on your to-do list once you’re back on your feet. One task you can’t let slide is feeding your family. (Well, you can but the law frowns upon that kind of thing.) Freezer meals like these homemade chicken nuggets and pot pie minis make dinner easier. This goes double for when you’re sick. Unfortunately life sometimes catches you with your freezer meal pants down. When that happens, this easy bacon and broccoli Alfredo is the next best thing.

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Unfortunately life sometimes catches you with your freezer meal pants down. When that happens, this easy bacon and broccoli Alfredo is the next best thing.

Last Saturday I went shopping for tons of groceries. I was so on my game and these groceries will last us until October save for items such as milk and eggs. How is that possible? They will last that long because each and every item is a part of a specific meal. Most of these babies will be Crockpot and freezer meals and Monday was supposed to be my day for batch cooking. Then, “Wham!” I got slammed with some annoying virus that isn’t severe enough to warrant a trip to the doctor but bad enough that every ounce of energy I have is gone. Now, I have freezers full of unprepared food and no energy to do anything with it.

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Every mom who has gotten sick at the worst opportune time understands where I’m coming from. Just cutting up fruit (since it is perishable) to make chips drained me. My poor family has been living on leftovers while I suck on saltines. The leftovers are dwindling and I’m still not feeling great so I’m whipping up this easy bacon and broccoli Alfredo. It comes together fast and it’s healthier than ordering pizza. The best part is that my kids love it!

Unfortunately life sometimes catches you with your freezer meal pants down. When that happens, this easy bacon and broccoli Alfredo is the next best thing.

Ingredients

8 oz. Rotini Pasta (about half a box)
Progresso Recipe Starters: Alfredo (or you can get a recipe for the homemade version at the end)
Real Bacon Crumbles
12 oz. Bag of Steamable Broccoli

Step 1

In a large pot, cook your pasta according to package directions. Once it is done, strain it and set to the side.

Step 2

Pour your sauce into the same large pot and heat over medium heat. Stir your sauce occasionally.

Step 3

While your sauce is heating, microwave your broccoli according to package directions.

Step 4

Once your broccoli is finished, strain it. Next, add it and your package of bacon crumbles to the sauce. Stir well and remove from heat.

Step 5

Add your pasta to the sauce mixture and toss until coated.

Optional:

Garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh tomato slices.

Unfortunately life sometimes catches you with your freezer meal pants down. When that happens, this easy bacon and broccoli Alfredo is the next best thing.

See? I told you it was super easy. Don’t forget to check out these freezer-friendly breakfast burritos for fast meals on busy mornings before you go. You can also find the recipe for homemade Alfredo sauce. It can be frozen to make this recipe just as easy for you in the future. (You simply heat the sauce at a lower heat until defrosted and then continue with the recipe as listed.)

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