40% calorie reduction from traditional recipe.

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Equal® Spoonful*
1/2 cup light Cool Whip, thawed
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla
Pecan halves, if desired
Sliced fresh seasonal fruit for dipping

Beat cream cheese and Equal® on medium speed of mixer until combined. Mix in Cool Whip, coconut, nuts and vanilla until well blended. Refrigerate, covered, 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Serve garnished with pecan halves, if desired. Serve with sliced fresh seasonal fruit.

Makes about 2 cups.

* May substitute 12 packets Equal® sweetener.

Submitted by: Equal