When we saw that the new limited-time-only drink at Starbucks has MOCHA goodness mixed with sweet TOFFEE flavor, we knew we had to give it a guilt-free makeover. And we’re SO glad we did! Make it now, people…
Serving Size: entire recipe (about 12 oz.)
Calories: 68
Fat: 1.25g
Sodium: 202mg
Carbs: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 5.75g
Protein: 5g
POINTS® value 1*
HG Tip! Got a milk frother? (This is the kind we have at the HQ.) Put soymilk in a separate microwave-safe mug and microwave until hot, about 45 seconds. Froth the hot milk and use it to top off your beverage. Ta-da!
HG Alternative! No toffee-flavored syrup on hand? (Click here for where-to-find info!) Use 1 tsp. light/fat-free caramel dip, a no-calorie sweetener packet, 1 drop almond extract, and a dash of salt instead — your drink will then have about 90 calories and a POINTS® value of 2*.
- 25-calorie packet hot cocoa mix
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- light vanilla soymilk
- sugar-free calorie-free English toffee-flavored syrup
- Optional topping: Cool Whip Free
Ring in 2010 with these festive bellinis. Or make your own signature drink by giving other sparkling wines and nectars a try.*
POINTS® Value: 2
Here’s an amazing guilt-free swap you can make in your own home. Save time, money and calories with this awesome recipe!
Serving Size: 12 oz. with whipped topping
Calories: 119
Fat: 1g
Sodium: 102mg
Carbs: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 14g
Protein: 4g
Points value 2
- Splenda packets
- Sugar Free Torani Strawberry Syrup
- light vanilla soy milk
- large ice cubes
- Fat Free Reddi-Wip
BTW (we’re very into abbreviations today), “PBCG” stands for “Peanut Butter Candy Goodness.” Vanilla + peanut butter is perhaps the most underrated flavor combo of all time; why shouldn’t it have its own blended drink?
Serving Size: 1 shake (entire recipe)
Calories: 235
Fat: 6g
Sodium: 169mg
Carbs: 37.5g
Fiber: 2.5g
Sugars: 19.5g
Protein: 8.5g
POINTS® value 5*
- light vanilla soymilk
- crushed ice or 5 - 7 ice cubes
- Optional topping: Fat Free Reddi-
HG has done it again – we’ve created yet another fantastic Starbucks swap! This one is creamy and crazy-chocolatey, with just the right amount of minty candy cane, coffee, and french vanilla flavors thrown in. It’s super-sized to match The Bucks’ 12-ouncer, but feel free to whip up a half-sized version of this recipe that’ll fit nicely into your favorite mug — then it’ll have fewer than 55 calories and a POINTS® value of 1*. Think of it as our delicious little holiday gift to you. And BTW, if java’s not your thing, feel free to make this minty concoction without coffee. Enjoy!
Serving Size: 12 ounces with whipped topping (entire recipe)
Calories: 105
Fat: 2g
Sodium: 313mg
Carbs: 17g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 4g
POINTS® value 2*
- peppermint extract
- Coffee-mate Sugar Free French Vanilla powdered creamer
- instant coffee
- Swiss Miss Diet hot cocoa mix
- Fat Free Reddi-wip
Want a large-and-in-charge fruity frozen beverage without all those annoying extra calories and sugar grams? Duh, of course you do! Check out the latest guilt-free HG sensation…
Serving Size: 16 oz. (entire recipe)
Calories: 101
Fat: 0.5g
Sodium: 4mg
Carbs: 24g
Fiber: 5g
Sugars: 13g
Protein: 1g
POINTS® value 1*
- frozen unsweetened strawberries
- frozen unsweetened blueberries
- no-calorie sweetener packet
This Wendy’s swap is a GREAT way to
celebrate your summer vacation… even if it’s just a weekend at home.
Serving Size: entire shake
Calories: 237
Fat: 5.5g
Sodium: 145mg
Carbs: 41g
Fiber: 3.5g
Sugars: 25g
Protein: 5g
POINTS® value 4*
- Hershey's Lite chocolate syrup
- Coffee-mate Sugar Free French Vanilla powdered creamer
- light vanilla soymilk
- Breyers Double Churn Free Creamy Vanilla fat-free ice cream
- crushed ice or 4 - 6 ice cubes
- Optional: Fat Free Reddi-wip
Warning: Humans who love chocolate may become addicted to this recipe. The beverage you are about to consume is extremely delicious. Prepare to fall in LOVE…
Serving Size: 1 cup with whipped cream (entire recipe)
Calories: 114
Fat: 5g
Sodium: 173mg
Carbs: 14.5g
Fiber: 2.5g
Sugars: 8g
Protein: 3g
POINTS® value 2*
- Swiss Miss Sensible Sweets Diet Hot Cocoa Mix
- Coffee-mate Sugar Free Hazelnut powdered creamer
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Fat Free Reddi-wip
- Optional Garnish: additional unsweetened cocoa powder
Prepare for caramel-y cocoa goodness. (Not that there’s any real way to do that…)
Serving Size: 1 cup with whipped topping (entire recipe)
Calories: 120
Fat: 0g
Sodium: 643mg
Carbs: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16.5g
Protein: 3.5g
POINTS® value 2*
- Swiss Miss Sensible Sweets Diet Hot Cocoa Mix
- Fat Free Reddi-wip
- ground sea salt
Woohoo! A banana split you can sip thru a straw. It’s perfect for the lazy (and those who fear spoons!). Enjoy…
Serving Size: entire shake with toppings
Calories: 216
Fat: 2g
Sodium: 91mg
Carbs: 47g
Fiber: 5g
Sugars: 26g
Protein: 5.5g
POINTS® value 4*
- frozen unsweetened strawberries
- sugar-free strawberry preserves
- Fat Free Reddi-wip
- Hershey's Lite chocolate syrup
- Optional: maraschino cherry