Weight Watchers-Friendly Homemade Pepperoni Garlic Bread
Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf whole-grain or light French bread, sliced in half horizontally
  • 1/4 cup light butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sugar pizza sauce or marinara sauce
  • 1-2 cups part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 20 slices turkey pepperoni or reduced-fat pepperoni

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Bread:
    • Spread the light butter evenly over each slice of bread.
    • Sprinkle with garlic powder.
    • Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
  3. Assemble the Garlic Bread:
    • Spread the reduced-sugar pizza sauce evenly over each toasted slice.
    • Add turkey pepperoni slices evenly on top (if desired).
    • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
  4. Bake:
    • Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Serve:
    • Let the garlic bread cool for a few minutes, then slice and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Whole-Grain Bread: Using whole-grain or light bread reduces the number of points while adding fiber.
  • Light Butter: Swapping out regular butter for light butter helps cut down on calories and fat without losing flavor.
  • Turkey Pepperoni: Using turkey pepperoni instead of regular pepperoni reduces fat and calories.
  • Portion Control: Slice the bread into smaller pieces to control portions and easily track points.

Benefits:

  • Lower in Calories and Fat: This version reduces calories and fat by using light butter, part-skim cheese, and turkey pepperoni.
  • High in Protein: The use of turkey pepperoni and part-skim mozzarella cheese provides a good source of protein.
  • Fiber Boost: Whole-grain bread adds fiber, which helps with digestion and keeps you feeling fuller longer.

Nutritional Information (per slice, assuming 8 slices):

  • Calories: ~180 kcal
  • Protein: ~10g
  • Fat: ~7g
    • Saturated Fat: ~3g
  • Carbohydrates: ~15g
    • Fiber: ~2g
    • Sugars: ~2g
  • Weight Watchers Points: Approximately 4-5 points per slice (may vary depending on specific brands and portion sizes)

This Weight Watchers-friendly version of Homemade Pepperoni Garlic Bread lets you enjoy a tasty, satisfying snack or meal while staying on track with your goals.