Low Fat Cherry Danish

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Cherry Danish recipe, a delightful twist on the classic pastry that's lighter yet equally delicious. Featuring a creamy filling made from reduced-fat cream cheese and low-fat Greek yogurt, sweetened naturally with honey and a hint of vanilla, this treat strikes the perfect balance of richness and flavor. Juicy cherries, thickened with a touch of cornstarch and brightened with lemon juice, create a luscious fruit topping that pairs beautifully with the flaky puff pastry. Simply assemble, bake to golden perfection, and enjoy a pastry-shop-worthy dessert or mid-morning snack that's ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without compromising a low-fat diet, this recipe is quick, easy, and irresistibly satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 ounces Reduced-fat cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 sheet Puff pastry sheets
• 1 cup Fresh or frozen cherries
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 large Egg white
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the reduced-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth to create the filling.

Step 3

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly to smooth any creases. Cut the sheet into 6 equal squares.

Step 4

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry square.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine the cherries, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.

Step 6

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Spoon the cherry mixture evenly over the cream cheese filling on each pastry square.

Step 7

Fold two opposite corners of each square over the filling to meet in the center, pinching them together gently to seal.

Step 8

Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet. Beat the egg white lightly and brush over the pastries.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar for a slightly crispy finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2020.1

Total Fat 108.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 1577.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 97.3g
Protein 35.3g	0%

Vitamin D 13.6IU	0%
Calcium 276.1mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1173.8mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 45.9%