Paleo Kadaif
Delight in a guilt-free twist on a Mediterranean classic with our Paleo Kadaif! This grain-free, gluten-free dessert reimagines traditional kadaif with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot starch. Sweetened naturally with honey and infused with the rich aroma of vanilla and cinnamon, it’s layered with crunchy toasted nuts for added texture. Perfectly light yet satisfyingly indulgent, this Paleo-friendly treat is crafted with simple techniques, including handmade, delicate dough threads baked to perfection. Serve it as a show-stopping dessert with a drizzle of honey, and enjoy a healthy spin on a beloved favorite. Ideal for those following paleo or gluten-free diets!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 0.25 cup arrowroot starch
- 2 large egg whites
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons almond milk
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot starch. Mix thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps.
In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy, then add in the honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until a dough forms. The dough should be moist but crumbly.
Add almond milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough is just pliable enough to handle. Do not over-moisten.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into thin ropes, approximately 1/8-inch thick. For best results, you can use a pasta machine or a spiralizer to achieve uniformity.
Spread the dough ropes onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don’t overlap. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until they are firm but not browned.
Allow baked ropes to cool slightly, then gently break them apart to form the traditional Kadaif threads.
In a medium pan over medium heat, combine the chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, and salt. Toast lightly for about 3-4 minutes until aromatic.
Incorporate the toasted nuts into the Kadaif threads.
Serve the Paleo Kadaif as is or garnish with an additional drizzle of honey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.7 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 789 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.0 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.7 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.8 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
