Paleo Greek Bougatsa
Experience the delightful fusion of traditional Greek pastry and paleo-friendly ingredients with this Paleo Greek Bougatsa recipe! Crafted with a blend of almond, tapioca, and coconut flours, this gluten-free and dairy-free treat captures the essence of the classic bougatsa while catering to modern dietary preferences. A luscious, lemon-tinged coconut custard fills delicate pastry triangles, baked to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of warm cinnamon. With simple preparation and wholesome ingredients like raw honey and coconut oil, this dessert is as nourishing as it is indulgent. Ready in under an hour, these golden pockets of flavor are perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting snack. Indulge guilt-free in this healthy twist on a Greek favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 0.5 cup tapioca flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 0.25 cup raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca flour, and coconut flour. Mix well.
Add melted coconut oil, raw honey, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture and mix until dough forms.
Roll the dough between two pieces of parchment paper to form a thin sheet, then cut into 12 square pieces.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt over low heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens into a custard, about 8-10 minutes.
Spoon a small amount of custard onto the center of each dough square. Fold each one to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
Carefully transfer the triangles to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and firm.
Allow bougatsas to cool slightly, then dust the tops with cinnamon before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.5 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.8 g | 549% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 980 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.8 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.3 g | ||
| Protein | 67.1 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 666 mg | 14% | |
*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.
