Golden, flaky, and loaded with cheesy goodness, these Crispy Cheesy Puff Pastry Twists are the perfect snack, appetizer, or party favorite. This lighter version keeps the irresistible crispy layers and cheesy flavor while cutting back on the WW Points. They’re incredibly easy to make and disappear fast!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cheese twists
WW Points: 2 Points per Twist
Ingredients
Cheese Twists
- 4 sheets light phyllo dough, thawed
- ½ cup fat-free mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon light butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Cooking spray
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Extra grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stack two sheets of phyllo dough and lightly brush with a small amount of melted light butter. Repeat with the remaining sheets.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning evenly over the phyllo.
- Gently press the cheese into the dough.
- Cut the dough into 12 equal strips using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
- Twist each strip several times and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until deep golden brown and crispy.
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 2 WW Points per twist
- Crispy, flaky, and cheesy
- Perfect party appetizer
- Ready in under 30 minutes
- Great for dipping in marinara or Greek yogurt ranch
- Easy to customize with your favorite seasonings
Helpful Tips
- Keep unused phyllo dough covered with a damp towel so it doesn’t dry out.
- Twist each strip tightly to help keep its shape while baking.
- Let the twists cool slightly—they’ll become even crispier.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika or crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 4–5 minutes or air fry for 2–3 minutes to bring back the crispiness.
Air Fryer Instructions
Arrange the twists in a single layer.
Air fry at 360°F (182°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Nutrition (Per Twist)
- Calories: 78
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
- Sodium: 180mg
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the brands of ingredients used.
