Weight Watchers-Friendly Trifle
Makes: 6 servings
WW Points: Approximately 5-6 points per serving (depending on your plan)

Ingredients:

  • For the Jelly Layer:
    • 2 cups water
    • 1 packet raspberry jelly powder (use a sugar-free version to reduce points)
  • For the Trifle Layers:
    • 1 cup fat-free plain yogurt (can substitute with fat-free Greek yogurt for extra protein)
    • 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
    • 1/2 cup blackberries
    • 1/2 cup bananas (sliced)
    • 1/2 cup blueberries
    • 1/2 cup low-fat granola (use a low-sugar version to keep points lower)
    • 1 tbsp almonds (sliced or chopped)
    • 3/4 tsp powdered sugar (can reduce or substitute with stevia or monk fruit sweetener)
    • 1 cup angel food cake (cut into cubes, store-bought or homemade; opt for a light, low-fat version)
    • 1 tbsp vanilla essence

Directions:

  1. Prepare the jelly:
    • Boil 2 cups of water.
    • Dissolve the raspberry jelly powder (preferably sugar-free) in the boiling water.
    • Pour the jelly into a dish and let it set in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the yogurt mixture:
    • In a bowl, mix the fat-free plain yogurt with the vanilla essence. Add the powdered sugar (or sweetener) to taste.
  3. Layer the Trifle:
    • In individual serving dishes (or a large trifle bowl), begin layering the ingredients:
      • Start with cubes of angel food cake at the bottom.
      • Add a layer of prepared raspberry jelly.
      • Top with a layer of mixed fruit: strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and bananas.
      • Add a spoonful of the yogurt mixture on top.
      • Sprinkle with low-fat granola and almonds for a crunchy texture.
  4. Repeat the layers until the ingredients are used up, finishing with a sprinkle of granola and almonds on the top layer for garnish.
  5. Chill the trifle in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: ~180-200
  • Protein: 5-6g
  • Carbs: 35g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 15g (depends on the type of sweeteners and jelly used)

Tips & Benefits:

  • Lower Points: Using sugar-free jelly and sweeteners like Stevia or monk fruit instead of powdered sugar can lower points.
  • Boost Protein: Substitute regular fat-free yogurt with fat-free Greek yogurt to add more protein and keep you fuller for longer.
  • Add More Fruit: Feel free to add more fruits like raspberries or kiwi for additional fiber and vitamins with minimal points.
  • Granola Choices: Opt for a low-sugar granola to keep points in check. Homemade granola with oats, a touch of honey, and seeds could be another great option.
  • Angel Food Cake: Using a light or sugar-free version of angel food cake helps keep calories and points lower while still providing a soft, cake-like texture in the trifle.

Benefits:

Balanced Fiber and Protein: The combination of fruits, granola, and yogurt provides a good balance of fiber and protein, which can help with digestion and satiety.

High in Antioxidants: Berries are rich in antioxidants, which help fight inflammation and promote heart health.

Low-Fat: The use of fat-free yogurt and a light angel food cake keeps the fat content low, making this dessert a lighter choice.