Sugar-Free Bird's Nest
Delight your taste buds with these **Sugar-Free Bird's Nests**, a guilt-free, naturally sweetened version of the classic treat. Made with wholesome ingredients like **unsweetened shredded coconut**, **almond flour**, and **ground flaxseeds**, these nests are held together with the perfect hint of vanilla and cinnamon. This simple, low-carb recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring a rich filling of **sugar-free dark chocolate** and a delicate topping of chocolate-coated almonds for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for keto-friendly snacking, holiday gatherings, or a light dessert, these charming nests are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Enjoy the balance of nutrients and decadence in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseeds
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 oz Sugar-free dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk
- 12 pieces Sugar-free chocolate-coated almonds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, and ground flaxseeds.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, and salt until combined.
Add the melted mixture to the coconut and almond flour mixture along with the stevia or monk fruit sweetener. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl, then add them to the coconut mixture, mixing until the dough holds together.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and form into a nest shape using your fingers or the back of a spoon. Repeat until you've used all the dough, forming about 12 nests.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the nests are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Meanwhile, melt the sugar-free dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, stirring frequently. If needed, add unsweetened almond milk to reach a smooth consistency.
Once the nests have cooled, fill each nest with a small amount of melted chocolate, then place a sugar-free chocolate-coated almond in the center.
Allow the chocolate to set before serving. Enjoy your sugar-free bird's nests as a delightful treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 242.1 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.5 g | 762% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 841 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.7 g | 202% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1734 mg | 37% | |
*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.
