Heart-Healthy Almond Pastry
Indulge guilt-free with our Heart-Healthy Almond Pastry, a wholesome take on a classic treat that's perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. This light and flaky pastry combines the nutty richness of almond flour and whole wheat flour, offering a nutritious twist without compromising on flavor. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and infused with fragrant vanilla, each bite is tender and subtly sweet, complemented by the crunch of sliced almonds baked to perfection. Crafted with unsweetened almond milk and cold unsalted butter, this recipe offers heart-healthy benefits while delivering a delightful, golden-brown finish in just under 40 minutes. Perfect for health-conscious bakers, this easy recipe proves that mindful eating can still be deliciously satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds, for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, mix almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until smooth. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
Cut the dough into 8 equal triangles or rectangles. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of each pastry.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy almond pastry!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.7 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 1139 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
