Keto Tsoureki

Keto Tsoureki is a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Greek sweet bread, infused with aromatic spices and a hint of orange zest. Perfectly fluffy and satisfying, this dessert will transport you to the sunny shores of Greece without the guilt.

Keto Tsoureki
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Greek
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Almond flour - 120g
  • Coconut flour - 30g
  • Baking powder - 1 tsp
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Erythritol - 50g
  • Unsalted butter - 30g, melted
  • Almond milk - 60ml
  • Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
  • Orange zest - 1 tsp
  • Ground mahleb - 1/2 tsp
  • Ground mastic - 1/4 tsp (optional)
  • Salt - a pinch

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, erythritol, ground mahleb, ground mastic (if using), and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, almond milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until you achieve a thick, cohesive dough.
  5. Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the Keto Tsoureki to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve as desired, enjoying the aromatic flavors and satisfying texture.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
  • Rich in healthy fats and protein, promoting satiety and energy.

Tags

GreekKetoDessert