Weight Watchers-Friendly Puff Pastry Rolls Recipe
Ingredients:

  • 600g (21.16 oz) reduced-fat puff pastry (choose a lighter version to reduce points)
  • 300g (10.6 oz) fat-free cream cheese (like Philadelphia 0%)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 200g (7 oz) reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled (try a light version like Athenos Reduced Fat Feta)
  • 100g (3.5 oz) light pressed cheese, grated (you can use reduced-fat cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 20g (0.7 oz) parsley, chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten (use an egg substitute for lower points, or stick with one whole egg)
  • 50g (1.76 oz) light pressed cheese, grated (for the topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the fat-free cream cheese, garlic, reduced-fat feta cheese, 100g of grated light cheese, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
  3. Roll the pastry: Roll out the reduced-fat puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Spread the cheese mixture evenly across the pastry.
  4. Shape the rolls: Starting from one end, roll the puff pastry tightly. Slice into 1-inch rolls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Egg wash and topping: Brush the rolls with the beaten egg, and sprinkle the remaining 50g of light grated cheese on top.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden and puffed.

Nutritional Information (Per Roll):

  • Calories: ~85 calories
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbs: 9g
  • Fiber: 0.5g

Weight Watchers Points:

Depending on the brand of ingredients, each roll is estimated to be 2-3 points.

Tips and Benefits:

  • Portion Control: Slice the puff pastry into smaller pieces to lower the points per serving.
  • Fat-Free or Reduced-Fat Cheeses: Using fat-free cream cheese and reduced-fat feta dramatically reduces the points.
  • Egg Substitute: If you’re looking to reduce points further, use egg whites or an egg substitute instead of a whole egg for the wash.
  • Health Benefits: These rolls are lower in fat compared to traditional puff pastry recipes, offering a lighter appetizer option that’s still indulgent.

This version balances flavor and texture while keeping the Weight Watchers points low.