Appetizers : Sweet stuff Last Updated: Apr 26th, 2009 - 16:48:46 Cinnamon-Raisin-Walnut Spread By Sandra Woodruff  Printer friendly page Yield: about 2 cups 8-ounce block nonfat or reduced-fat (Neufchatel) cream cheese 1/2 cup light vanilla yogurt 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/3 cup dark raisins 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1. Place the cream cheese and yogurt in a medium bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Beat in the maple syrup and cinnamon. Stir in the raisins and walnuts. 2. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight before serving. Serve with slices of whole grain bagels and fresh apple slices (dip apple slices in orange or pineapple juice to prevent browning). Nutritional Facts (per tablespoon) Calories: 21     Carbohydrates: 2.2 g     Fiber: 0.1 g     Fat: 0.7 g    Sat. Fat: 0 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Protein: 1.6 g     Sodium: 37 mg    Calcium: 29 mg Potassium: 40 mg GI rating: low Diabetic exchanges: Count 3 tablespoons as 1/2 carbohydrate and 1/2 medium-fat meat © Copyright 2005 by eatsmarttoday.com Top of Page