Keto Baklava Bites

Keto Baklava Bites are a delightful twist on the traditional Greek dessert, offering a rich, nutty flavor wrapped in a crispy, buttery shell. These bites are low in carbs, making them a perfect sweet treat for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Butter, melted - 50 grams
• Swerve sweetener - 30 grams
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped walnuts - 50 grams
• Chopped pistachios - 25 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar-free syrup (like monk fruit syrup) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, melted butter, Swerve sweetener, ground cinnamon, and salt until a dough forms.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the dough and mix until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, and sugar-free syrup.
5. Take half of the dough and press it into the bottom of a greased mini muffin tin to form a base layer.
6. Spoon the nut mixture evenly over the dough base in each muffin cup.
7. Take the remaining dough and flatten it into small discs to cover the nut mixture, pressing down gently.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool slightly before carefully removing from the muffin tin.
10. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with additional sugar-free syrup if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 23 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in healthy fats from nuts, which can support heart health.

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