Bocadillos de Nuez

Bocadillos de Nuez are delightful low-carb Mexican cookies that combine the rich flavor of walnuts with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. These sweet bites are perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings without the added carbs.

Ingredients

• Walnuts - 150 grams
• Erythritol sweetener - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until finely ground, but be careful not to turn them into nut butter.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground walnuts, erythritol, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until a dough forms.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow the bocadillos to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from walnuts, supporting heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making them suitable for low-carb and ketogenic diets.

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