Guilt-Free Breakfast

December 07, 2012
Credit: Photo: Iain Bagwell
Challenge the Test Kitchen to lighten popular breakfast breads and they'll rise to the occasion. Behold: pure decadence for less than 300 calories.
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Maple-Pecan Sticky Buns

Credit: Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Maple-Pecan Sticky Buns

Enjoy these morning glories without skimping on size. The secret? A low-fat roll mix creates extra-indulgent (and easy) sticky buns. To make ahead, assemble unbaked rolls in pans, cover with plastic wrap, and chill overnight. Let stand 1 1/2 to 2 hours to rise; bake as directed.

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Gluten-Free Banana Bread

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Recipe: Gluten-Free Banana Bread

This bread is so tender, you won't believe it's gluten-free. For best results, use a light-colored pan. Or, turn your dark pan into a shiny one by wrapping the outside of it with heavy-duty aluminum foil.

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Blueberry Coffee Cake

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Recipe: Blueberry Coffee Cake

Combine the dry ingredients the night before for a quick morning start. Serve this cake warm or at room temperature.

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Gingerbread Muffins with Spiced Nut Streusel

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Recipe: Gingerbread Muffins with Spiced Nut Streusel

We cut over half of the sugar and butter, brightening up the ginger flavor. Applesauce and coffee add extra moisture minus extra calories. Bake these easy, melt-in-your-mouth muffins ahead of time, let them cool, and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat muffins in the oven or microwave for a fast breakfast snack to go.

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Breakfast Cookies

Credit: Photo: Greg Dupree

Recipe: Breakfast Cookies

Recipe developer Carolyn O'Neil says: "Did someone say 'cookie'? These grab-and-go breakfast bites taste indulgent, but they're made with whole wheat flour, nuts, and dried fruit. Drizzle them with a cranberry juice-flavored glaze."

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Carrot-Poppy Seed Muffins

Credit: Photo: Greg Dupree

Recipe: Carrot-Poppy Seed Muffins

Recipe developer Carolyn O'Neil says: "Low-fat buttermilk gives a dose of vitamin B12 and potassium in these tender, delicious muffins." For a flavorful twist, try Beet-Poppy Seed Muffins.

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