Low Fat Guava Pastry
Indulge in the tropical sweetness of this Low Fat Guava Pastry, a guilt-free treat that combines vibrant flavors with a lighter twist. Crafted with flaky phyllo dough, velvety reduced-fat cream cheese, and rich guava paste, these pastries are perfectly crisp and packed with fruity goodness. Unsweetened applesauce adds natural moisture to the filling, while a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar brings a warm aroma and a hint of spice to every bite. Quick to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for serving as a healthier dessert or a delightful snack. Perfectly portioned and baked to golden perfection, these pastries prove you can satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on flavor or nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 sheets Phyllo dough
- 200 grams Guava paste
- 100 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese
- 60 ml Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the reduced-fat cream cheese and unsweetened applesauce until smooth. Set aside.
Cut the guava paste into thin strips, about 5cm long and 1cm wide.
In another small bowl, beat the egg white with the vanilla extract.
Lightly mist each phyllo sheet with cooking spray. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface; keep the remaining sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface of the phyllo sheet.
Place a strip of guava paste along the short edge of the phyllo sheet. Roll the dough up tightly, starting from the end with the guava paste, to form a log. Seal the edge with a touch of the egg white mixture.
Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and guava paste strips.
Place the pastries seam side down on the lined baking sheet. Lightly brush each pastry with the egg white mixture.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon. Lightly sprinkle this mixture over the pastries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.3 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1562 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.4 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.0 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*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.
