Cuca de Maçã

Cuca de Maçã is a delightful Brazilian dessert that combines the flavors of almond flour and cinnamon with the natural sweetness of apples, all while keeping it keto-friendly. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100g
• Granulated erythritol - 50g
• Unsweetened applesauce - 30g
• Butter, melted - 40g
• Egg - 1 large
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• Apple, diced - 1 small (about 100g)
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the diced apple gently so they are evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbs, making it suitable for keto diets.
• Contains fiber from almonds and apples, promoting digestive health.

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