Churros de Almendra

Churros de Almendra are a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Mexican dessert, made with almond flour for a nutty flavor and a crispy texture. These guilt-free treats are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 120g
• Eggs - 2 large
• Butter - 30g, melted
• Erythritol or any low-carb sweetener - 30g
• Baking powder - 1 tsp
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• Cinnamon - 1 tsp
• Salt - a pinch
• Coconut oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle.
5. Heat coconut oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
6. Pipe strips of the dough into the hot oil, cutting them to your desired length.
7. Fry the churros until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
8. Remove the churros from the oil and drain on paper towels.
9. Optional: Roll the churros in a mixture of erythritol and cinnamon for extra sweetness.
10. Serve warm with a low-carb chocolate sauce or enjoy them plain.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 160 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto or low-carb diets.
• Rich in healthy fats and protein from almond flour and eggs.

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