WW No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie Squares

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The WW No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie Squares are yummy and contain 125 kcal per serving. Prepare this dessert in four hours and twenty minutes. Serve these squares at lunches, events, holidays, feasts, functions, or get-togethers. It contains reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs, unsweetened applesauce, light butter, sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix, fat-free skim milk, plain non-fat Greek yogurt, coconut extract, unsweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract, fat-free whipped topping, toasted shredded coconut, lime zest, and mint leaves. We may pair this recipe with kiwi slices, frozen grapes, unsweetened iced tea, pineapple chunks, fruit salad, fruit platter, chilled grapes, or lemon sorbet. Keep these WW No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie Squares in the refrigerator for 4 days.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Course: Dessert
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cooking Time: Nil
  • Servings: 12 squares
  • Chilling Time: 4 hours
  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 125 kcal
  • Preparation Time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • Medium bowl
  • Knife
  • Electric hand mixer
  • Silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

  • 1 cup reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tbsp melted light butter

COCONUT FILLING:

  • One package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup fat-free skim milk
  • 1¼ cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp coconut extract
  • Quarter cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

TOPPING:

  • One cup fat-free whipped topping
  • 1 tbsp toasted unsweetened shredded coconut
  • GARNISH:
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • Fresh mint leaves

INGREDIENT NOTES:

REDUCED-FAT GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS:

  • They make the crispy crust and give low calories to the recipe. Cracker crumbs give a mild sweet taste and hold themselves together. You may use crushed reduced-fat digestive biscuits as per your preference.

UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE:

  • It gives a moist and firm crust to the recipe. Unsweetened applesauce includes low calories without affecting the taste. You may use mashed ripe banana as a substitute.

LIGHT  BUTTER:

  • Butter binds the crust and gives buttery flavor to the recipe. You may use melted light coconut oil as another option.

SUGAR-FREE INSTANT VANILLA PUDDING MIX:

  • It gives a smooth texture to the filling and sets it quickly. You may use sugar-free coconut cream pudding mix as per your choice.

PLAIN NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT:

  • This yogurt makes the filling creamy and gives protein to the recipe. You may use fat-free plain yogurt as an alternative.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cover the dish with baking paper.
  2. Mix the reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs, applesauce, and melted light butter.
  3. Put the mixture in the bottom of the pan then press firmly and refrigerate the crust.
  4. Whisk sugar-free pudding mix and skim milk for two minutes in the bowl.
  5. Then fold in coconut extract, vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and non-fat Greek yogurt.
  6. Spread the filling on the crust then wrap the pan and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  7. Include fat-free whipped topping on the chilled filling, then sprinkle toasted coconut & lime zest.
  8. Lastly, garnish the dessert with fresh mint leaves and cut it into twelve squares.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRUIT:

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Pineapple chunks
  • Mango slices
  • Blueberries
  • Kiwi slices

DESSERTS:

  • Sugar-free gelatin
  • Fresh fruit salad
  • Baked cinnamon apples
  • Frozen grapes
  • Fat-free vanilla yogurt

DRINKS:

  • Unsweetened iced tea
  • Sparkling water with lime
  • Black coffee
  • Herbal tea
  • Coconut water

BRUNCH:

  • Fresh berry parfait
  • Whole wheat muffins
  • Egg white vegetable muffins
  • Fruit platter
  • Low-fat yogurt bowls

PARTY:

  • Lemon sorbet
  • Watermelon cubes
  • Mini fruit skewers
  • Chilled grapes
  • Mixed berry cups

TIPS:

  • Chill the dessert overnight to get the best taste.
  • Press the crust firmly to cut the slices neatly and get better results.
  • Toast the coconut lightly to get extra taste in the squares.
  • Use a warm and clean knife while cutting the squares for perfect slices.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Include the squares in the vessel to keep for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the squares separately in the box for two months.

FAQs:

Can I make these squares earlier than the required time?

  • Yes, they get firmer and give better results after chilling overnight.

Is coconut pudding a good alternative to vanilla?

  • Yes, you may use sugar-free coconut pudding for the best taste in the dessert.

Can I exclude shredded coconut in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may skip it as the coconut extract gives the same taste.

What is the use of Greek yogurt in this dessert?

  • It makes the creamy filling and increases the protein.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 13 grams

Iron: 0.4 mg

Total Carbs: 16 grams

Vitamin A: 120 IU

Fiber: 3 grams

Calcium: 160 mg

Calories: 125 kcal

Protein: 8 grams

Sodium: 150 mg

Potassium: 210 milligrams

Weight Watcher Points: 3 Points