Low Fat Apricot Danish

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Apricot Danish recipe featuring a heavenly combination of creamy, fruity, and crispy textures. This lightened-up version of the classic pastry uses delicate layers of phyllo dough instead of buttery puff pastry, making it lower in fat without sacrificing flavor. A luscious filling of low-fat cream cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, and a hint of vanilla is paired with fresh, juicy apricots and a homemade apricot-honey glaze for a perfectly sweet and tangy balance. A sprinkle of cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch, while quick baking in the oven delivers golden, flaky perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these customizable danishes are easy to make and ideal for health-conscious pastry lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 sheets Phyllo dough sheets
• 4 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
• 6 tablespoons Apricot preserves
• 4 whole Fresh apricots
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Cold water
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine low-fat cream cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Wash and pit the fresh apricots, then slice them thinly.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine apricot preserves and honey. Heat until the mixture is smooth.

Step 5

Dissolve the cornstarch in cold water, then add it to the apricot and honey mixture. Cook until thickened, about 2 minutes, and remove from heat.

Step 6

Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly spray it with cooking spray. Repeat with two more layers of phyllo sheets, spraying each layer.

Step 7

Cut the stacked phyllo sheets into six equal squares.

Step 8

Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each phyllo square.

Step 9

Top the cream cheese mixture with a few slices of apricot and a spoonful of the apricot glaze.

Step 10

Lightly fold the corners of the phyllo squares over the filling, pressing gently to seal.

Step 11

Place the danishes on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12

Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top of each danish.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.

Step 14

Let the danishes cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious and low-fat apricot danishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(594.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1144.0

Total Fat 25.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 42.3mg	0%
Sodium 1205.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 119.1g
Protein 22.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.5mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 735.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.9%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 71.1%