Low Fat Apple Croissant
Indulge in the guilt-free sweetness of these *Low Fat Apple Croissants*, a healthier twist on a classic pastry. Made with delicate layers of crispy phyllo dough, these croissants are filled with a spiced apple mixture infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of lemon juice for a bright, balanced flavor. This light recipe swaps traditional buttery dough for low-fat alternatives, using non-fat milk and a low-calorie sweetener to cut calories without sacrificing taste. Perfectly golden and crispy after just 20 minutes of baking, these croissants are an easy-to-make treat that's ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a batch of 8 delicious, low-fat pastries ready to impress. Keywords: low fat apple croissant, healthy pastry recipe, apple dessert, reduced-calorie croissant, easy phyllo dough recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 sheets Phyllo dough sheets
- 2 medium Apples
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Low-calorie sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Non-fat milk
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel, core, and finely dice the apples. Place them in a small bowl.
Add ground cinnamon, low-calorie sweetener, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the apples. Mix well until the apples are evenly coated.
Unroll the phyllo dough and keep it covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.
Take one sheet of phyllo and lightly spray it with cooking spray. Place another sheet on top and spray again. Repeat until you have used 4 sheets, creating a stack.
Cut the phyllo stack into 4 equal rectangles.
Place a tablespoon of the apple mixture at the bottom of one of the rectangles.
Fold the phyllo over the apple mixture, folding in the sides as you roll to form a croissant shape. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and apple mixture.
Brush the tops of the croissants lightly with non-fat milk to help them brown during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 926 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 564 mg | 12% | |
*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.
