Low Fat Savory Cheese and Herb Pastry
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Savory Cheese and Herb Pastry—an irresistibly light yet flavorful treat perfect for snacks or appetizers. Featuring a delicate blend of reduced-fat cottage and cream cheeses, this recipe is brightened by fresh herbs like chives, parsley, and dill for a burst of savory freshness. The easy-to-make dough comes together in just minutes, combining all-purpose flour, baking powder, and low-fat milk to create soft, flaky pastries that bake to golden perfection. With only 20 minutes of prep time, enjoy a healthier spin on classic cheese pastries that are equally satisfying and versatile. Serve these delightful bites warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing option that balances indulgence with a mindful touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Cottage cheese (low-fat)
- 75 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
- 3 tablespoons Low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
Add the low-fat cottage cheese and reduced-fat cream cheese to the flour mixture.
Mix the ingredients using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the chopped chives, parsley, and dill to the dough mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
Gradually add the low-fat milk and mix gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid over-mixing.
On a lightly floured surface, gently roll out the dough to about a 1/4-inch thickness.
Use a round cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles from the dough.
Place the pastry circles onto the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with egg wash.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are lightly golden and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious low-fat snack or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 239 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 2310 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.2 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 672 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.
