PINEAPPLE BREEZE TORTE

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This lovely torte features ladyfingers, a creamy filling and a crushed pineapple topping. It's a special treat for my large family and a must at Christmas. -Barbara Joyner, Franklin, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 packages (3 ounces each) soft ladyfingers, split
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
TOPPING:
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained

Steps:

Line bottom and sides of an ungreased 9-in. springform pan with ladyfinger halves; reserve remaining ladyfingers for layering., Beat cream cheeses, sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread half of the mixture over bottom ladyfingers. Layer with remaining ladyfingers, overlapping as needed. Spread with remaining filling. Refrigerate, covered, while preparing topping., In a small saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch; stir in pineapple. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Cool completely., Spread topping gently over torte. Refrigerate, covered, until set, at least 4 hours. Remove rim from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.