With only 179 calories and no fat per slice, this light cake is a definite pleaser. Try fresh berries with a touch of whipped cream on top or serve with grilled pineapple or peaches on the side.

There's room for decadence in a healthy diet, especially with a cake as moist, chocolate-y and light as this one.

Cakes that look like other foods are always crowd-pleasers.

When thickening a fruit pie filling, there are several options to consider. Very often flour or cornstarch is used, but in certain instances tapioca, arrowroot and potato starch can also help achieve the desired consistency.

If you're using homemade pie crusts, make the dough now and freeze it in freezer bags for Thanksgiving.