Heart-Healthy Kouign Amann
Indulge in a lighter twist on the classic French pastry with this Heart-Healthy Kouign Amann recipe! Crafted with whole wheat pastry flour, olive oil, and unsweetened applesauce, these delicate, flaky treats are lower in saturated fat and refined sugar, making them a more nutritious alternative without sacrificing flavor. Sweetened with honey and coconut sugar, every bite offers a subtle caramelized sweetness paired with the buttery richness of olive oil. Perfect for breakfast or an elegant dessert, this recipe transforms traditional techniques—layering and folding dough—into a health-conscious delight that still boasts the intricate, golden lamination the pastry is known for. Whether you're an avid baker or a lover of wholesome pastries, this heart-healthy version is sure to impress your taste buds and your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Whole wheat pastry flour
- 50 milliliters Olive oil
- 50 grams Unsweetened applesauce
- 125 milliliters Warm water
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 30 grams Honey
- 5 grams Salt
- 50 grams Coconut sugar
Instructions
Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat pastry flour, salt, and honey. Mix well before adding the frothy yeast mixture and the applesauce. Stir until a rough dough forms.
Step 3: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary.
Step 4: Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Allow it to rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release excess air. Roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle (approximately 40x30 cm).
Step 6: Brush the rolled-out dough with olive oil evenly. Sprinkle with coconut sugar across the entire surface.
Step 7: Fold the dough in thirds, like a business letter, and then fold in thirds again the other way, to form a square.
Step 8: Place the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the olive oil to firm up a bit.
Step 9: Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly oil each of the cups.
Step 10: Remove the dough from the refrigerator, roll it out again gently to a large rectangle (again, approximately 40x30 cm). Repeat the folding process.
Step 11: Cut the dough into 12 equal squares. Fold each corner of the square towards the center, then gently press them into the prepared muffin tin cups, seam side up.
Step 12: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1979 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.3 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*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.
