Apple Cream Cheese Cigars
Years ago, i was looking for a low fat, yet satisfying dessert for a special dinner and i came across these flavor packed, strudel like, cigars. They are so satisfying, look elegant and disappear quickly. They also pack a wallop for presentation, but are very simplistic to make. They also freeze well if you freeze them before baking.
Steps
To prepare the filling , combine the first 4 ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
Bring the apple mixture to a boil.
Cover , reduce heat , and simmer for 5 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
Cool to room temperature.
Combine 1 / 4 cup sugar and cream cheese in a small bowl.
Beat with a mixer at low speed until blended.
Add egg.
Beat until blended.
Fold in apple mixture.
Cover and set aside.
Preheat oven to 350.
To prepare the pastry , place 1 phyllo sheet on a large cutting board or work surface , and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Sprinkle the phyllo with 2 teaspoons graham cracker crumbs and 1 teaspoon sugar.
Repeat the layers twice , ending with the crumbs and sugar.
Cut phyllo stack lengthwise into 6 strips using a sharp knife.
Spoon 1 rounded teaspoon of apple mixture 1 / 2 inch from the end of each phyllo strip.
Roll up each strip , beginning with apple mixture end.
Place the strips , seam sides down , on a baking sheet coated .
Ingredients
dried apple, apple juice concentrate, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, sugar, low-fat cream cheese, egg, phyllo pastry sheets, cooking spray, graham cracker crumbs