A traditional Pastelito averages 420 calories, 160 calories from fat, 18g of total fat, and 55mg of cholesterol. Pastelitos are similar to empanadas but they are usually baked not fried. Our version substitutes wonton wrappers for the traditional coating and low-fat cream cheese for full fat cream cheese. The "lighter" pastelito averages 150 calories, 15 calories from fat, 1.8g of total fat and 8mg of cholesterol.
4 (3") wonton wrappers
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 oz guava paste, cut into 4 small pieces
1 oz low-fat cream cheese, cut into 4 small pieces
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Coat a non-stick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange a few wonton wrappers on a work surface. Lightly brush the edge of each wonton wrapper with egg white which will make a tight seal. Place one piece of Guava and one piece of cream cheese in the centrer and fold the wrapper in half to make a triangular pastry (if using round wrappers, half-moon shaped pastries will be made). Crimp the edges with a fork. Coat the tops of the pastelitos with nonstick cooking spray. Bake for 6 minutes, turning occasionally or until crisp and golden brown.
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