Nut-Free Legendary Protein Pastry
Elevate your snack game with this Nut-Free Legendary Protein Pastry, a delicious and nutrient-packed treat that’s perfect for any time of day. Made with whey protein powder, unsweetened apple sauce, and creamy coconut milk, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients to create a pastry that’s tender, flavorful, and surprisingly high in protein. It's entirely nut-free, making it ideal for those with allergies, and customizable with your choice of seed toppings like sunflower or pumpkin seeds. With a golden, flaky texture and a subtle hint of vanilla, this pastry is a satisfying balance of indulgence and nutrition. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for meal preps or special occasions, these pastries can be served warm or at room temperature for a guilt-free, protein-packed indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Whey protein powder
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened apple sauce
- 0.75 cup Coconut milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Butter (cold)
- 1 large Egg
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)
- 2 tablespoons Seed topping (e.g., sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whey protein powder, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut milk, apple sauce, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough out to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Cut the dough into preferred pastry shapes (e.g., circles, squares) using a cookie cutter or knife.
Place the cut pastries onto the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash, then sprinkle with your choice of seed topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your Nut-Free Legendary Protein Pastry warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.9 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.9 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 2945 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.6 g | ||
| Protein | 91.2 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1159 mg | 25% | |
*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.
