Paleo Ensaimada
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tradition and health with this Paleo Ensaimada recipe—a grain-free, gluten-free twist on the classic Spanish pastry. Crafted with nutrient-dense almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot starch, this ensaimada achieves a soft, fluffy texture without compromising your dietary goals. The natural sweetness of coconut sugar and honey pairs beautifully with the hint of lemon zest, creating a perfectly balanced treat that's both indulgent and wholesome. Rolled into elegant spirals and baked to a golden perfection, these pastries are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Easy to prepare and packed with rich flavors, this paleo-friendly ensaimada is sure to impress both your taste buds and your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 0.25 cup Arrowroot starch
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 cup Coconut sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, arrowroot starch, baking soda, and sea salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then add coconut milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and honey. Mix thoroughly.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continually until a smooth, thick dough forms.
Fold in lemon zest and coconut sugar, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it slightly.
Gently coil each flattened dough piece to form a spiral shape, similar to a snail shell, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the ensaimadas are golden brown and cooked through.
Allow to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Paleo Ensaimada warm, optionally garnished with a touch of extra lemon zest or a sprinkle of coconut sugar!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.4 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.7 g | ||
| Protein | 72.5 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 620 mg | 13% | |
*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.
