Low Fat Pain au Raisin

Indulge in the classic French favorite with a lighter twist using our Low Fat Pain au Raisin recipe—perfect for satisfying your pastry cravings without the guilt! Crafted with a delicate laminated dough made from low-fat margarine and skim milk, these golden spirals feature a luscious custard filling and plump raisins for a naturally sweet burst in every bite. This recipe keeps the richness while reducing the fat content, making it ideal for health-conscious bakers who still want to enjoy a flaky, buttery texture. With just a few simple steps, including a clever folding technique and a quick homemade low-fat custard, these pastries come together effortlessly. Perfect dusted with a touch of powdered sugar and served warm, they’re an elegant addition to brunch, dessert, or even a light snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 150 milliliters Skim milk
• 25 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 grams Salt
• 80 grams Low-fat unsalted margarine
• 60 grams Raisins
• 50 milliliters Warm water
• 1 whole Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 25 grams Low-fat custard powder
• 100 milliliters Water (for custard)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it stand for about 5 minutes, until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and warm skim milk. Mix until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Roll out the dough into a rectangle, approximately 20x30 cm. Spread low-fat margarine over two-thirds of the rectangle.

Step 5

Fold the unbuttered third over the center, followed by the final third (like folding a letter). Rotate 90 degrees, roll out again to the same size, and repeat the folding process three more times.

Step 6

Cover the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Step 7

Prepare the custard by mixing low-fat custard powder with 100 ml of water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Roll out the chilled dough to a 25x35 cm rectangle. Spread the cooled custard evenly over the dough and sprinkle with raisins.

Step 9

Roll the dough tightly into a log starting from one of the long sides.

Step 10

Slice the rolled dough into 8 equal pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 12

Brush each of the pastries with a beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 13

Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and puffed.

Step 14

Let the pastries cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(819.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1760.6

Total Fat 41.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 200.6mg	0%
Sodium 1833.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 92.9g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 116.1IU	0%
Calcium 306.1mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1198.4mg	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: 21.4%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 69.0%