Jul 18, 2010

Creamy Grape Dessert




Warning! This dessert is highly addictive and hard to stop eating! Don't be fooled by the humble ingredients, this is easy to make, very refreshing, and is perfect to bring to a BBQ. Truthfully, the first time I heard of this grape dessert, the ingredients did not appeal to me. But when I tasted it, OMG! This is one of those recipes you'll be making again and again and chances are you probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen. Easily doubles for more people.



Creamy Grape Dessert
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes 
Servings: 8 • Serving Size: 1/8th Old Points: 4 pts Points+: 6 pts
Calories: 171.2 • Fat: 7.9 g Protein: 5.3 g Carb: 33.8 g Fiber: 1.6 g   

Ingredients:
  • 1 lb green seedless grapes, washed and dried well
  • 1 lb red seedless grapes, washed and dried well
  • 8 oz fat free Chiobani Greek yogurt
  • 4 oz light cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup agave (or sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)

Directions:
Cut grapes in half and set aside.

Mix yogurt, cream cheese, agave and vanilla until blended well. Stir grapes into mixture, and pour in large serving dish.

Combine brown sugar and crushed walnuts. Sprinkle over top of grapes to cover completely. Chill until ready to serve.

Modified from Recipe Zaar.
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86 comments:

  1. Definitely going to have to try this because it has 2 of my favorites: grapes and Chobani yogurt!
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  2. This looks really interesting! very refreshing! Do the points lower with the use of splenda?
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  3. My aunt used to make something like this with Splenda and it was SO yummy and refreshing!
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  4. My mom makes this and I always wondered about the points. Thanks for posting them! It's a super yummy dessert/salad in hot weather. Fantastic blog, by the way.
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  5. This looks delicious! What is Chiobani greek yogurt? I have seen regular greek yogurt but not chiobani...?
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  6. That looks SO good!!! I live off of grapes, jk!!
    Tried your chocolate zucchini bread tonight and it was delish!! Thanks, LOVE this website!!!
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  7. very nice! all the sinful taste without the guilt! yes! thanks... xo
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  8. I have been making this recipe for about a year with wonderful comments. Asked over and over to make it. Although, I use splenda and skip the brown sugar. Also my recipe does not call call cutting them up and I use 8 oz light cream cheese and 8 oz light sour cream. I also roll the pecans right into the recipe.
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  9. Another easy variation is to just mix the grapes with LF sour cream and sprinkle with a little brwn sugar. Single servings are easy!
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  10. Could you just use Chobani vanilla flavored yogurt?
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  11. @The Nosh Pit- Yes, Splenda would lower the points if you prefer to use it. I personally don't like Splenda but I know a lot of people do.

    You could use any fat free Greek yogurt. You could also use low fat sour cream if you prefer, points might be higher. I've linked the original recipe which is much higher in points. This is my modified lower fat version which didn't taste much different from the original.
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  12. Natural Pantry BCJul 19, 2010 10:38 AM
    Could you recalculate points for us using Splenda or (my preference xylitol) or any other non caloric sweetener? Looks yummy!
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  13. You don't see many desserts that use grapes, but what a great idea! Definitely going to try this with Splenda...
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  14. Should you use vanilla or plain chobani yogurt?
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  15. According to the WW site a quarter cup of Agave is only 4 points so using Splenda as a substitute will only take the dish down 1/2 a point per serving.

    I like Splenda but Agave really does play well with a lot of other ingredients. It's just a little pricey compared to other sweeteners. I only use it for special occasions and use Splenda for day to day things.
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  16. Mmm!! Can't wait to try this! I will have to run to the store to pick up grapes!!
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  17. This was fantastic! My 3 year old helped me make it, and I can't keep her from sneaking more before her daddy gets home... lol!
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  18. i just made this can not wait to try it after dinner.
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  19. Know what I'm making for the potluck Thursday night.
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  20. Yum! I can't wait to try this! My neighbor taught me an awesome trick for slicing grapes in half. Take two same size lids, like sour cream lids and sandwich the grapes in between them and slice down the middle!
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  21. Made it last night, it was a success. Thanks for all your great recipes
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  22. @ Guereca Family - Love the trick on cutting grapes!! Thanks for sharing!!
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  23. do you think this would work with strawberries or blueberries? maybe mixed together?
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  24. @Dan- Thanks for answering the Splenda question!
    @Jessica, haven't tried it but why not?
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  25. This was awesome. Thank you so much!
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  26. I have been making this for years and it is one of my FAVE desserts! You are right--it is totally addictive. I can never bring any home after a BBQ because I eat the entire bowl. Thanks for posting!
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  27. Made this last night for a cookout...I think you need to change the name to disappearing creamy grape dessert...hardy har ;) It was a huge hit.
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  28. @Kelly- This is a lightened up version. The original is pretty high in fat.

    @Jessica, I like that name!
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  29. I made this for myself and I had to stop myself from eating to much it was sooooo good. I did make a few modifications (no sugars or vanilla)just a packet of lemon crystal light and it was absolutely awesome!!!
    Thanks Gina
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  30. I made it last night substituting a mix of blueberries and strawberries for the grapes. I also used Splenda and fat free vanilla Greek yogurt. It was awesome! Very creamy, very rich! Wondering how it would taste using fat free cream cheese?
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  31. I'll have to try that combo out! I'm not a fan of fat free cream cheese AT ALL! If you try it and like it, let me know!
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  32. Gina, this is so absolutely delicious!!! I just made my second batch and am serving it with cake at my daughter's first birthday party tomorrow. My 4 year old (she's Madison Grace like your daughter) is in love with it as well. Thanks for another success!!!
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  33. @Cindy, aww, another Madison Grace, I love it!
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  34. Just made this dessert and it was awesome! I forgot to buy greek yogurt today so used regular fat free yogurt, which may have added some points. Hopefully not too much more. Im not a big fan of nuts in desserts but the walnuts added such great flavor and texture. I cant wait to make this again. I also tried the zucchini casserole and chicken w/ dijon and lime for dinner today and my boyfriend and I really enjoyed it. Thanks for such great recipes!
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  35. The walnuts really make this! Glad you enjoyed all the recipes :)
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  36. this is just awesome...I have made it twice already and it is delish!!!! Love all your recipes. You are helping me get to my goal!!!
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  37. I made this exactly as you wrote but added the pecans/brown sugar to each serving dish. We loved it! Thanks for a delicious low point dessert.
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  38. I made the creamy grapes last night. It was such a treat. Like you said very refreshing and it was a success the whole family liked it, and thats hard to do.
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  39. Will this keep if i make it for a party the following afternoon?
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  40. Yes, just add the walnuts before serving.
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  41. Made this today but forgot to slice grapes. It was so delicious, shared with my son and daughter in-law. I plan on making again, but can't just eat one eighth of dish. My bad!!
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  42. I made this and my husband gobbled it up! I substituted the nuts for grapenuts instead and used splenda brown sugar instead of the regular kind. I will be making again soon!
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  43. This is amazing!!! I just made 2 batches (one with and one without nuts). Thanks!!!
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  44. This was Wonderful.I started WW 3 weeks ago and happy that I found this site.It is a real blessing to me.I love 2 cook different foods and this helps me cook healthy..THANKS A BUNCH!!!
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  45. Isn't this good! I also like to put this in 8 ramekins to help with keeping the portions all the same to keep me honest! :)
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  46. Our friends came over for a BBQ and my husband complained that we were having "Grape Salad" for desert. He took one bite and was sold. I am making this tomorrow for a family reunion, I'm sure it will be a big hit.
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  47. lol, it tastes better than it sounds!
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  48. My roommate and I took this to a BBQ and everyone was instantly addicted to it. It was such a huge hit, I know we will be making it often. We used pecans because we always have plenty on hand. My roommate's parents are from Tennessee and they keep us well supplied. LOL
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  49. This is a test
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  50. I made this yesterday for a work potluck, and everyone really enjoyed it! I substituted the sugar for honey, and pecans/walnuts for peanuts-which I mixed into the dessert and not on top. and used fat free cream cheese. It was wonderful! It tasted like Taffy Apples!!!!!
    You cant taste the fat free cream cheese.
    I wonder how many points it would be with the substitutes.
    Thanks Gina!!! I will be making this again real soon!
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  51. Made this tonight for Thanksgiving dessert tomorrow. And actually ended up only using 1/2 or 2/3 of the "dressing". However, I'm pretty psyched about that because it will make an AWESOME fruit dip. Thanks!!! - Theresa
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  52. I just made this using fat free cream cheese and Splenda......DELICIOUS!!!
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  53. My MIL makes this and it's amazing!!! Everyone needs to try it. It's a big hit. :D
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  54. This sounds great - I was wondering what I could substitute for the walnuts to keep the crunchy topping? LOVE greek yogurt!
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  55. The walnuts make this, but pecans maybe?
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  56. I've been making this for years with cream cheese, sour cream and Splenda (I'm diabetic). My 9 yr old niece calls it "crack grapes"! I think I will give your recipe a try since I just started Weight Watchers and I will take all the help keeping up with points I can get!
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  57. "Crack grapes" is a very fitting name!
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  58. Made this for our Super Bowl Party today, BIG HIT! Thanks!
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  59. how many pts plus is this?
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  60. Try it with toasted pecans! Wonderful!
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  61. Hello my name is Umar
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  62. the weight watchers Points Plus value for this is 6 pts per serving
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  63. I made this yesterday for a family get together and my sister in law, Mom & I devoured it. So delicious! This is going to be a staple for me. But I will have to get some ramikins to keep myself honest!

    Keri
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  64. Can you just make this with vanilla greek yogurt and leave out the sugar or honey? Not sure why you would need the extra sweet?
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  65. I follow "The Lean Belly Prescription" weight loss plan and this looks perfect for a snack. Snacks, if you follow this book, should be made of three parts: a protein, a fruit or vegetable, and something else from the same or a different food group. This has yogurt for a protein, grapes for the fruit, and walnuts for a fat/protein. Can't wait to make it! :)
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  66. Made this yesterday for a Mothers day get together with my family (30 people). It was insanely easy to make and tasted fabulous!!!! Everyone loved it! Thank you for the recipe!!!!!
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  67. I just made this recipe and it is simply delicious! I can't wait to share it with friends and family!
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  68. Delicious! I made this with vanilla flavored Greek yogurt (My store didn't have much to choose from) It was phenomenal. My sister has made the full fat version in the past (including snickers pieces instead of walnuts and brown sugar) but this was just as good. Thanks for all of these great recipes!
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  69. It's fabulous even without putting the sugar substitute in!! A little more creamcheese and it's fun to add a flavored yogurt for a little extra pop. The weightwatchers yogurts are nice and creamy when added.
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  70. since most fruits are seedless it means that the nutritional value also diminishes as science has made it hybrid. That is why people are not so healthy as in the past. Seedless grapes, oranges, pomegranates, watermelon etc. If a recipe requires seeds like pomegranates it is difficult to find, how does one go about it.
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  71. This is the most amazing "salad" (really a dessert in disguise!). A male teacher brought this to a luncheon and several of us went back for 4 - 5 helpings, ignoring all the other salads and desserts - then we begged him for the recipe! It's my new favorite indulgence, and I am happy to find this skinny version for my WW menus! "Crack grapes" indeed . . . it's true!
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  72. This is a great recipe. I made it closer to the recipezaar recipe and substituting it with fat free cream cheese, fat free sour cream and splends and it works wonderfully. I also never cut the grapes and it works the same. The original recipe I used put crushed butterfinger, brown sugar and crushed pecans, so it was like a caramel apple. Yum, but bad. I left out the butterfinger to lighten it up.
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  73. This is so delicious. I've served it several times for dessert and since there's only two of us, I make two servings and there's no temptation to have more than we should. Great recipe!
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  74. I haven't made this before but was wondering if this would this be good thing to bring to a brunch potluck? Or woudl it be better for after dinner dessert?
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  75. This is a dessert but I think it would also be a great addition to a brunch!
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  76. You make it sound easy and look so good
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  77. My 83 year-old mother loves this stuff! She usually stirs in the pecans (they grow on the trees in her yard) and leaves off the brown sugar. It is very good with the brown sugar, but we prefer a less sweet salad and eat along with the meal or for dessert.
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  78. My nephew is allergic to nuts. Any ideas on what I might substitute?
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  79. I added these to my super bowl inspiration post:
    http://athriftydiva.com/2012/01/31/super-bowl-snacks-inspiration/

    adorable :)
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  80. so very divine, I have a version kind of like this that has Butterfinger Candy Bars...
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  81. Could I make this the night before without the taste being altered or nuts getting soggy?
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