Keto Basbousa

Keto Basbousa is a low-carb twist on the traditional Lebanese dessert, offering a delightful almond flavor with a moist and tender texture. This guilt-free treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while adhering to a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Erythritol sweetener - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Greek yogurt - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Butter - 30 grams, melted
• Almonds - 10 pieces, blanched
• Rose water - 1 teaspoon
• Unsweetened coconut milk - 50 ml

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, erythritol sweetener, and baking powder.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, Greek yogurt, rose water, and coconut milk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased small baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Gently press the blanched almonds into the surface of the batter.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

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

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