I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the SPLENDA® Brand. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All opinions and reviews are my own.
I love summer baking. I make less breads and more fruit themed desserts and treats. I love that fruit is in full bloom in the summer and you can find great deals on all of your favorites at the grocery store! I also feel like fruit can be a lighter choice over high sugar prepackaged items. It’s my first choice for a snack for my girls!
Another way I have found to cut sugar is to use SPLENDA® Sweetener Products. I use it in my “sweet” tea, as well as my baking! I use it to sweeten my strawberries for strawberry shortcake, and even add it to my coffee in the morning! It’s my go to! (I’m very thankful that most restaurants carry it, too!) They make several varieties, including SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated, SPLENDA® Sugar Blend, and SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend. (You can find it at most stores on the baking isle!)
Recently, since the rain is finally gone (for a bit) in Texas, I have started walking with friends a few days a week after we drop off our kiddos at school. The park near by has an awesome walking track and of course, we love to solve the worlds problems as we walk!
After a walk, coming back to my house and enjoying a homemade fruit themed treat is a great treat for me and my friends! My friends (and family) LOVED this Pear Cran’ Crisp made with SPLENDA® Sweetener Products. In fact, my kids asked me to make it again. I love recipes that are easy to make and gift or store! Perfect for teacher gifts or new neighbors. I made this recipe in a little mason jar. It made two, so double the recipe for four people! I’ve made it twice now and I plan to make it again a few times over the summer as it’s the perfect dessert for a balanced life!
FUN FACT:
Did you know that swapping just one cup of sugar with one cup of SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated can save more than 600 calories?
Using SPLENDA® Sweetener Products, like SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated, SPLENDA® Sugar Blend, and SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend and the recipes featured on SweetSwaps.com, we can create dishes we love that can fit into a balanced lifestyle. What is your favorite summer dish? Have you tried swapping out the sugar for SPLENDA®? Have you tried to make sweet tea with it?
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