Keto Coconut Maamoul

Keto Coconut Maamoul is a delicious twist on the traditional Lebanese dessert, featuring a nutty coconut filling encased in a buttery, low-carb dough. This delightful treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying within your keto lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Unsweetened shredded coconut - 50 grams
• Erythritol - 30 grams
• Butter (melted) - 50 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into small balls (about 20 grams each).
6. Flatten each ball and place a teaspoon of shredded coconut in the center, then fold the dough over to enclose the filling.
7. Shape into a ball again and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
10. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in healthy fats from almond flour and butter.

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