Buñuelos de Nochebuena

Buñuelos de Nochebuena are a delightful twist on the traditional Mexican dessert, offering a low-carb option that is both crispy and satisfying. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with a sugar alternative, these treats make for a festive and guilt-free indulgence during the holiday season.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100g
• Coconut flour - 20g
• Baking powder - 1 tsp
• Salt - a pinch
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• Cinnamon - 1 tsp
• Erythritol (or any low-carb sweetener) - 30g
• Butter (melted) - 30g
• Oil (for frying) - as needed

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and erythritol.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.
4. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and flatten each portion into a disc about 1/2 inch thick.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the discs into the oil, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Remove the buñuelos from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. Sprinkle with additional erythritol and cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in healthy fats and fiber from almond and coconut flour.

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