Low Fat Croissant with Jam

Indulge in the flaky, buttery goodness of a classic pastry with a guilt-free twist—this Low Fat Croissant with Jam is perfect for health-conscious foodies who crave a balance of flavor and nutrition. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, this lightened-up recipe uses skim milk and a modest amount of low-fat butter to create layers of soft, golden perfection. These croissants are filled with your favorite fruit jam for a delightful burst of sweetness in every bite. With a simple folding and chilling technique, you’ll achieve bakery-worthy results right in your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack, these freshly baked croissants are a delicious companion to your morning coffee. Ready in just over 2 hours, they serve as an ideal homemade treat that’s both comforting and wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Whole wheat flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 20 grams Granulated sugar
• 5 grams Salt
• 100 milliliters Skim milk
• 100 milliliters Water
• 40 grams Low-fat butter, softened
• 100 grams Your choice of jam (strawberry, raspberry, etc.)
• 1 Egg
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Warm the skim milk and water to about 110°F (43°C) and add to the flour mixture. Stir to combine until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3-5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Roll the dough into a rectangle about 1 cm thick. Spread softened low-fat butter over the middle third of the dough.

Step 5

Fold the unbuttered side over the buttered section, then fold the other side over the top to encase the butter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees.

Step 6

Roll out again to a rectangle and fold into thirds. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Step 7

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking tray with non-stick spray.

Step 8

Remove dough from the refrigerator, roll out into a rectangle approximately 0.5 cm thick.

Step 9

Cut the dough into triangles for croissants. Place a teaspoon of jam near the wide end of each triangle before rolling them up from base to tip.

Step 10

Place rolled croissants on the prepared baking tray, seam-side down, and let rise for 15 minutes.

Step 11

Beat the egg and brush over each croissant for a nice glaze.

Step 12

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1694.7

Total Fat 25.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 227.7mg	0%
Sodium 2285.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 320.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 76.1g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 93.4IU	0%
Calcium 229.3mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 884.7mg	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: 13.4%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 75.9%