Pasta de Té

Pasta de Té is a delightful Paleo Spanish snack featuring almond flour dough filled with a blend of rich chocolate and dates, perfect for a sweet treat any time of the day. These bite-sized pastries are naturally gluten-free and packed with flavor, making them a healthy indulgence.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Coconut oil - 30 grams, melted
• Honey - 20 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Cocoa powder - 15 grams
• Medjool dates - 50 grams, pitted
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted coconut oil, honey, and salt until a dough forms.
3. Add the egg and mix well until fully incorporated.
4. In a separate bowl, blend the pitted Medjool dates, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and chopped nuts until a smooth filling is achieved.
5. Roll the almond flour dough into small balls and flatten them into circles about 5 cm in diameter.
6. Place a teaspoon of the chocolate-date filling in the center of each circle and fold the edges over to seal, forming a half-moon shape.
7. Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking tray and bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 55 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from almonds and coconut oil.
• Packed with fiber and natural sweetness from dates.

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