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Apple Pie: A Light and Guilt-Free Dessert
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Serves 1 personEnjoy the warm and comforting flavors of homemade Apple Pie, made with sweet apples, aromatic spices, and crispy filo pastry. This light and low-calorie version is the perfect guilt-free dessert, packed with natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 2 sheets of filo pastry
- 6 small apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon local honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 tangerine (juice and zest)
- Low-calorie cooking spray (butter flavor)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions:
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- In a pan, combine the diced apples, cinnamon, ground cloves, honey, vanilla essence, tangerine juice, and tangerine zest.
- Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples become tender and fragrant.
- Add Baking Powder:
- Once the apple mixture is cooked, remove it from the heat.
- Stir in baking powder and mix well. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Pastry:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Lightly spray a small baking dish with low-calorie cooking spray.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Lay one sheet of filo pastry in the prepared baking dish.
- Spoon the apple filling into the center of the pastry, leaving some space around the edges.
- Place the second sheet of filo pastry on top and gently press down to seal the edges.
- Spray the top layer with low-calorie cooking spray and poke a few small holes with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Bake:
- Place the pie in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the apple pie cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm for a delicious, comforting treat.
Nutritional Information:
This light and healthy apple pie is a low-calorie dessert made with filo pastry instead of traditional shortcrust, reducing fat content while keeping it crispy and delicious. The natural sweetness from apples, honey, and tangerine makes it a perfect guilt-free indulgence.
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