WW Pizza Sticks

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The WW Pizza Sticks are a great snack idea for Weight Watchers, especially when this recipe contains lighter components that they would not feel guilty of consuming. You will only require 22 minutes to make these WW Pizza Sticks. There is some equipment and ingredients for this version of the recipe, and the steps are not difficult either. These pizza sticks are not just light but also a healthy option to choose from. The dough for this recipe is not heavy, as we use reduced-fat cheese. These sticks will come out as cheesy from the center, but the exterior will be crispy. Make these amazing pizza sticks for snacking, parties, appetizers, gatherings, occasions, events, or for a lighter meal.

STATS:

  • Prep duration: Ten minutes
  • Cook time: 12 minutes
  • Total duration: 22 minutes
  • Course: Snack / Appetizer
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Caloric count: 110 kcal
  • Portion size: 2 pizza sticks
  • Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired
  • Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Small bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Silicon mat
  • Baking tray

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 small whole wheat tortillas
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded & reduced-fat)
  • Cooking spray
  • ¼ cup sugar-free pizza sauce
  • Half tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Half tsp dried basil
  • ¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

WHOLE WHEAT TORTILLAS:

  • We will be using these whole wheat tortillas because they contain fiber, and they are a light alternative to the classic heavy dough. Another important point is that these tortillas keep the caloric count and points for the WW plan lower. For an alternative, try the use of tortillas with low carbs.

REDUCED-FAT MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • To include the classic pizza feeling, we will need cheese, but for this case, we will utilize the reduced-fat one to lower WW points and calories. Another option for you to use can be fat-free mozzarella.

SUGAR-FREE PIZZA SAUCE:

  • The core pizza taste will come with the use of pizza sauce, but for this specific recipe, we will use the sugar-free one so that it lowers the WW points and keeps the calories lower. You can make some tomato sauce along with herbs as an alternative.

GARLIC POWDER:

  • This is also an important flavor in this recipe, but the powder version of garlic is useful in cutting down fat and calories. Utilize onion powder if you need a substitute.

BASIL & DRIED OREGANO:

  • When using these two components, you will not require any other herbs to make this recipe delicious. These two are enough for the amazing pizza flavor. For substitution, try adding a blend of Italian seasoning.

RED CHILI FLAKES:

  • To improve spiciness and heat, you can include chili flakes if you prefer, but skip if you prefer your dish mild. Paprika or black pepper are also ideas to use in place of red chili flakes.

COOKING SPRAY:

  • Rather than the use of oil, this Weight Watchers recipe focuses on the use of cooking spray, which can help make the pizza sticks a bit golden, and it will also help avoid sticking. If you require using olive oil, brush it in a small amount only.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Warm your oven to a temperature of 200°C.
  2. Place the silicon mat over the tray for baking.
  3. Then take the tortillas and lay them on an even shelf.
  4. On half of every tortilla, you need to spread the pizza sauce.
  5. Over the sauce comes the addition of cheese.
  6. Then include chili flakes, basil, oregano, and garlic powder.
  7. Now comes the folding of every tortilla in half.
  8. Then, slice them into sticks.
  9. Assemble the pizza sticks on the baking tray and use cooking spray on top.
  10. Baking time for this is only 12 minutes.
  11. Flip the pizza sticks one time when they are baking.
  12. After you feel them turning golden & crunchy, take them out.
  13. Now your warm and crispy pizza sticks are ready for you to eat.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • For dipping options along with these sticks, try pairing them with some marinara sauce.
  • A salad will also go well with this snack.
  • To prepare a light, casual meal, make a vegetable soup with them as well.
  • These pizza sticks will work great for a party appetizer as well.

TIPS:

  • When adding cheese to the tortillas, be sure to include a decent amount so that you can control WW points and the addition of calories.
  • Be sure to slice the pizza sticks neatly and equally.
  • Rather than using a silicon mat, you can also try using parchment paper so that the pizza sticks won’t stick.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • These pizza sticks will remain fine inside a tight vessel for only 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • After baking the pizza sticks, cool them down, and then transfer them to a bag that is safe for freezing for only one month.

FAQs:

Will it be okay to include some veggies in the sticks?

  • Chop the veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers very neatly and then include them in the sticks.

Can kids enjoy these pizza sticks comfortably?

  • Yes, these pizza sticks are kid-friendly, but be sure to omit the addition of chili flakes for them.

How about I utilize corn tortillas?

  • Corn tortillas are fine to use for this recipe, but their flexibility is not desirable.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

WW Points: 3 points

Fat: 3 g

Sodium: 290 mg

Calcium: 160 milligrams

Iron: 1.6 g

Potassium: 180 milligrams

Vitamin A: 420 IU

Calories: 110 kcal

Net Carbs: 14 grams

Total Carbs: 18 g

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 7 grams