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How to Use Yogurt or Applesauce as a Substitute for Butter or Oil

A really great way to cut calories in a number of baking recipes is to substitute in a  1:1 ratio of  fat-free plain yogurt for butter or vegetable oil .  The yogurt provides moisture and added nutrition while allowing for the complete removal of butter from a recipe.  Applesauce can also be used in the [...]

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How To Make Zucchini Bread

Makes 1 loaf 1 1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 cups grated zucchini (unpeeled) 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup chopped [...]

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How To Make Applesauce Muffins

Makes 12 regular muffins or 6 giant muffins 1 egg 1 cup applesauce 1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/2 [...]

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