Low Fat Homemade Apple Turnovers
Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of these Low Fat Homemade Apple Turnovers, a healthy twist on a classic comfort food. These delicious pastries are filled with a fragrant, spiced apple filling made with fresh diced apples, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness, then wrapped in ultra-light phyllo dough for a perfectly crispy finish. Unlike traditional turnovers, this recipe uses unsweetened applesauce for a golden crust and skips the butter, making it a low-fat delight. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, these turnovers are an easy and wholesome treat for dessert or a mid-day snack. Perfect for those watching their calories without sacrificing flavor, these turnovers prove that healthy baking can be irresistibly satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium, peeled and diced Apples
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 8 sheets Phyllo dough sheets
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples and lemon juice. Cook for about 5 minutes until the apples begin to soften.
Add the sugar and cinnamon to the saucepan, stirring to coat the apples.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry, then stir it into the apple mixture. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface. Lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray, then cover with another sheet of phyllo dough and spray again. Repeat until you have a stack of four sheets.
Trim the stack into four even rectangles. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture at one end of each rectangle.
Fold one corner of the dough over the apple filling to the opposite edge, forming a triangle. Continue folding the turnover like a flag until it is fully wrapped.
Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Brush each turnover lightly with unsweetened applesauce to give a nice golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 925 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.5 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 817 mg | 17% | |
*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.
