Mini Apple Tarts

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. trans-fat-free margarine
• 2 medium red apples, peeled, quartered, cored and thinly sliced
• 3 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese
• 1 tbsp. agave nectar or 2 tsp. granular sugar substitute
• 15 frozen mini phyllo shells, thawed

Makes 15 Mini Tarts (3 per serving)

1. In a large skillet, melt the margarine over medium heat. Add the apples and cook, tossing frequently, until softened and golden brown, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cool for 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the cream cheese and agave nectar.
3. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the tart shells. Top with the apples and serve.

WW POINTS VALUE: 1 pt.

 

Note: This recipe appears in the South Beach Diet  Super Quick Cookbook. These quick and easy treats can be enjoyed as a snack anytime of the day. Even though the recipe does not call for you to bake the phyllo shells, I highly recommend baking the shells at 325 F for 5-7 minutes for that extra crunch. Agave nectar is a sweetener made from the juice of the Mexican agave cactus and it's available in grocery stores. If you don't have agave nectar, you can use honey and the tarts will still be delicious. I also highly recommend using Granny Smith apples for a more tart taste and adding a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg for a touch of flavor. They may look a little messy but they are delicious.