Low Fat Cherry Bakewell
Indulge guilt-free with this delightful Low Fat Cherry Bakewell—a healthier twist on the classic British dessert. Featuring a light and flaky homemade pastry, this recipe replaces heavy butter with low-fat margarine while still delivering that signature buttery texture. The rich frangipane filling is made with egg whites, ground almonds, and a hint of almond extract, offering a luscious yet lighter layer atop a spread of low-sugar cherry jam. Fresh, juicy cherries and flaked almonds crown this beauty, adding bursts of flavor and irresistible crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and under 200 calories per serving, this fruity and nutty tart is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising on health-conscious choices. Ideal for afternoon tea or a light dessert, the Low Fat Cherry Bakewell combines elegance and nourishment in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 50 grams low-fat margarine
- 180 grams plain flour
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 50 grams ground almonds
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 0.5 teaspoons almond extract
- 4 tablespoons low-sugar cherry jam
- 100 grams fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 20 grams flaked almonds
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20cm tart tin with low-fat cooking spray.
To make the pastry, rub the low-fat margarine into the plain flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Add the cold water a little at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit the tart tin, then transfer to the tin, pressing into the edges. Trim any excess overhanging pastry.
Spread the low-sugar cherry jam evenly over the base of the pastry.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the ground almonds, caster sugar, egg whites, and almond extract to make the frangipane filling. Pour this mixture over the jam, spreading evenly.
Scatter the fresh cherries on top of the frangipane layer and lightly press them down into the filling. Sprinkle the flaked almonds over the tart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the flaked almonds are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Low Fat Cherry Bakewell at room temperature for best flavor distribution.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1835 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 506 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.0 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1164 mg | 25% | |
*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.
