Mini Cherry Pies

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Weight Watchers Mini Cherry Pies are a tasty and nutritious dessert. These pies are perfect for those searching for a sweet treat that will not interfere with their diet. We can prepare this dish with cherries, reduced-fat crescent rolls, and zero-calorie sweeteners. These mini pies are simple to make, which is their best feature. Combine the items, pour into the cherry filling, and bake until golden brown. Each piece of pie gives an ideal balance of tastes and textures. These Weight Watchers Mini Cherry Pies are rich in carbs (23 grams) and protein (2.4 grams) and low in calories (128 kcal). It is a guilt-free sweet treat because each serving recipe only has four-point values. They will not break your weight loss diet, you can enjoy them as a dessert or snack. Follow the exact procedure to make perfect mini pies.

Equipment:

  • Nonstick Pot
  • One fork
  • Oven
  • Muffin Cups

Ingredients:

  • Frozen cherries 10 oz.
  • Cornstarch 2tbsp
  • Zero-calorie sweetener 4tbsp
  • Salt 1/2tsp
  • Light Orange juice 3tbsp
  • Reduced-fat crescent rolls 1 can

Instructions:

Preparation of cherry pie filling:

  1. First, defrost the frozen cherries at normal temperature for 2 to 3 hours.
  2. Next, add cherries to a nonstick pot. Set the stovetop heat to medium to low flame.
  3. Shift this pot to the stovetop. Cover the pot and warm it for 15 to 20 minutes until soft.
  4. Now, mix salt and zero-calorie sweetener in the same pot.
  5. Then, crush the cherries slightly with a fork or other instrument.
  6. Mix orange juice and cornstarch in a bowl. Combine thoroughly until the mixture is uniform.
  7. Pour this cornstarch mixture into crushed cherries.
  8. Simmer it again for five to eight minutes or until it thickens.
  9. After that, switch off the stovetop. Put aside until the filling is chilled.

Assembling:

  1. Heat the oven to a temperature of 375 degrees F.
  2. Cut crescent dough into strips to create a lattice design.
  3. Next, shift the reduced-fat crescent rolls one by one into a greased muffin cup.
  4. Fit the crescent lattice design rolls into the muffin cup.
  5. Now, fill the dough with cherry filling. Add different toppings to your choice.
  6. Bake it for ten to sixteen minutes until its edges are soft and lightly golden.
  7. After that, let them settle in the muffin cups for a couple of minutes before taking them out.
  8. The yummy Weight Watchers Mini Cherry Pies are ready.

Variations and Alternatives:

Cherries:

  • You can either use red tart cherries or sweet dark cherries. I use both kinds of cherries. They are both delicious.

Fine Powder Sugar:

  • Instead of zero-calorie sweetener, you can use granulated sugar to make the pies. Use precisely the same amount. As a result. each pie will be worth 6 Weight Watchers Points.

Fruits:

  • Try this dish with a variety of fruits like frozen apples or cherries. But remember that the water content varies from fruit to fruit. To compensate, add a little more cornstarch if the filling appears thin.

Dough:

  • Replace the crescent with puff pastry dough. Before using this dough, check its Weight Watchers points through an app. Then, cut the dough into squares and use the same steps for this approach.

Topping:

  • Decorate the rolls with granulated sugar, or drizzle over vanilla extract.

Tips:

  • Use a mini-size muffin cup or tray to make the bite-sized pies.
  • Choose a low-fat crust like almond or whole-wheat crust to lower the fat content.
  • Add sugar-free sweeteners like erythritol or stevia to maintain the calorie amount.
  • Try to avoid overfilling the pies.
  • Use fresh cherries for a refreshing and good taste.
  • Don’t overbake the pies to avoid cracks and dryness.
  • Sprinkle a dash of powdered cinnamon over the pies for more flavor.

Notes:

  • The Weight Watchers Points for each pie is 4 when using a sweetener with no calories.
  • The points of Weight Watchers for each pie is 6 when using sugar (fine powder).

Storage Information:

Normal Place:

  • You can keep any remaining pies in an airtight box for a few days at room temperature.

Fridge:

  • We can store the remaining Cherry Pies in an airtight jar and refrigerate it for four to five days.

Freezer:

  • Pack the mini pies in a plastic sheet and freeze it for 2 to 3 months.

Reheating:

  • I recommend reheating these pies in the air fryer to maintain a crispy texture and a warm filling.

FAQs:

Can I substitute another fruit with cherries?

  • Yes, you can use strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries instead of cherries.

Is it possible to make the gluten-free pies?

  • You can add a gluten-free crust and filling will make the pies gluten-free.

Can sugar be replaced with another type of sweetener?

  • Yes, you can add alternative sweeteners like maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar. But remember that some sweeteners taste stronger than sugar. Adjust the amount of sweeteners to taste.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount

Serving Size 1 pie
Total Quantity 8 servings
Total Calories 128 kcal
Carbohydrates 23 g
Protein 2.4 g
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g
Total Fat 3.1 g
Sugar 6.8 g
Iron 0.8 mg
Sodium 359 mg

The Total Weight Watchers Points Per Recipe is only 4 points values.