Low Fat Cream Cheese Danish
Indulge in the perfect guilt-free treat with this Low Fat Cream Cheese Danish recipe! Crafted with layers of delicate, crispy phyllo dough brushed with unsweetened applesauce, these light and airy pastries are filled with a creamy blend of low-fat cream cheese, a hint of vanilla, zesty lemon juice, and just the right touch of sweetness. Topped with a sprinkle of warm cinnamon and dusted with powdered sugar, these danishes deliver all the decadence of a classic pastry without the excess fat. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for an elegant brunch or everyday snacking, this wholesome take on a bakery-inspired favorite is as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams low-fat cream cheese
- 50 grams sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large egg yolk
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 120 grams unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg white
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 30 grams powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine low-fat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and egg yolk. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Lay one phyllo dough sheet on a clean surface and lightly brush with unsweetened applesauce. Top with a second sheet, and continue layering and brushing until all 8 sheets are used.
Step 4
Cut the layered phyllo sheets into 8 equal rectangles.
Step 5
Place a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each rectangle.
Step 6
Fold the corners of each rectangle towards the center to cover the filling, pressing gently to seal.
Step 7
Transfer the filled pastries to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk the egg white and brush it over the top of each danish. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over each pastry.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
Step 11
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (630.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1415.4 |
| Total Fat 46.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 255.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1838.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 197.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 99.4g | |
| Protein 32.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 330.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 664.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories