Heart-Healthy Schinkengipfel

Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Heart-Healthy Schinkengipfel, a lightened-up twist on the classic Austrian ham crescent rolls. Crafted with whole wheat flour, lean turkey ham, and reduced-fat cream cheese, this wholesome recipe delivers all the rich taste you love with none of the guilt. The dough, enriched with olive oil and low-fat Greek yogurt, is rolled into tender crescents stuffed with a creamy chive and ham filling. Baked to golden perfection, these savory pastries are as nutritious as they are delicious, making them perfect for a satisfying snack or appetizer. Ready in just 45 minutes, these Schinkengipfel are sure to become your go-to choice for heart-healthy baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 150 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 60 milliliters Olive oil
• 100 grams Lean turkey ham
• 100 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons Skim milk
• 1 unit Egg yolk
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to blend the dry ingredients.

Step 3

To the dry mixture, add the low-fat Greek yogurt and olive oil. Stir together until a dough begins to form.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough seems too sticky, you can add a bit more flour.

Step 5

Roll out the dough into a large circle about 0.5 cm thick. Cut the circle into 8 equal triangles, like you are cutting a pizza.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the turkey ham, reduced-fat cream cheese, chopped chives, ground black pepper, and skim milk until well combined.

Step 7

Place a spoonful of the ham and cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.

Step 8

Starting from the wide end, roll up each triangle, gently pressing the sides to seal the filling inside.

Step 9

Place each rolled pastry, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk and brush over the tops of each pastry for a nice glaze.

Step 11

Bake the Schinkengipfel in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 12

Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm. Enjoy your healthier Schinkengipfel!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	715.6 grams (715.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1897

Total Fat 87.80g	113%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.20g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 2930mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 214.30g	78%
Dietary Fiber 32.20g	115%
Total Sugars 27.80g
Protein 75.20g	150%

Vitamin D 98IU	489%
Calcium 452mg	35%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1806mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 44.0%