Ingredients
2/3 cup reduced-fat stick margarine, softenedSugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup honey1 large egg1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup fat-free milk2/3 cup ground almonds1/2 cup dried cherries, finely chopped
Preparation
In a large bowl, beat the margarine, sugar substitute and honey. Beat in the egg and almond extract (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in almonds and cherries.
Spread into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
