Low Carb Croissant with Ham and Cheese
Satisfy your pastry cravings without derailing your diet with these scrumptious Low Carb Croissants with Ham and Cheese. Made with a rich blend of almond and coconut flours, melted mozzarella, and cream cheese, these buttery, flaky croissants are a keto-friendly twist on the classic favorite. Each triangle of rolled dough is generously stuffed with savory slices of ham and gooey cheddar cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavor and texture in every bite. Topped with a golden egg wash before baking, these croissants are irresistibly crisp on the outside and decadently rich on the inside. Ready in under an hour, they make for an impressive breakfast option, a delectable lunch treat, or even a satisfying snack. Perfect for low-carb enthusiasts and pastry lovers alike, these croissants prove you don’t have to sacrifice indulgence while sticking to your goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
- 6 slices sliced ham
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave on high for about 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway, until melted and combined.
In another bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt.
Add the egg to the melted cheese mixture and mix well.
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the cheese mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough with your hands until smooth.
Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper and roll it out to a rectangle about a quarter-inch thick.
Cut the dough into 6 triangles, similar to traditional croissant shapes.
On the wide end of each triangle, place a slice of ham and a slice of cheddar cheese.
Carefully roll up each croissant from the wide end to the tip, securing the filling inside.
Place the croissants on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water to create an egg wash.
Brush the top of each croissant with the egg wash to help them achieve a golden color.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the croissants are golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the croissants to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low carb croissants with ham and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 282.4 g | 362% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.7 g | 624% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1024 mg | 341% | |
| Sodium | 6736 mg | 293% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.6 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 153.8 g | 308% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 2266 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*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.
