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10 Homemade Low-Sugar, Low-Carb Pastries


Yields: 10 pastries

Prep time: 45 minutes

Cook time: 20-25 minutes

Cuisine: International

Dietary: Healthy, No GMO, No Preservatives, No Soy

Description: This recipe provides a base for 10 different low-sugar, low-carb pastries, using natural sweeteners and focusing on healthy, whole ingredients. Adapt the fillings and toppings to create a variety of delicious and guilt-free treats.

Ingredients:

Dough:

* 2 cups Almond Flour (blanched)

* ½ cup Coconut Flour

* ¼ cup Psyllium Husk Powder

* 2 tsp Baking Powder (aluminum-free)

* ½ tsp Sea Salt

* 4 large Eggs (pasture-raised)

* ½ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk

* ¼ cup Melted Coconut Oil (unrefined)

* 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Sweetener:

* ¼ cup Raw Honey or Pure Maple Syrup (adjust to taste)

Base Filling (for all pastries):

* 8 oz Cream Cheese (full-fat, organic), softened

* ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream (organic, grass-fed)

* 2 tbsp Raw Honey or Pure Maple Syrup

* 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (alcohol-free)

Pastry Variations (choose at least 3):

1. Apple Cinnamon: 1 medium Apple (organic, peeled, diced), ½ tsp Cinnamon, 1 tbsp Coconut Oil

2. Blueberry Cream Cheese: ½ cup Fresh Blueberries (organic)

3. Chocolate Hazelnut: 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, 2 tbsp Hazelnut Butter (no additives)

4. Lemon Poppy Seed: 1 tbsp Lemon Zest, 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds

5. Strawberry Swirl: ½ cup Fresh Strawberries (organic, pureed)

6. Pumpkin Spice: ¼ cup Pumpkin Puree (organic, not pie filling), ½ tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

7. Coconut Macaroon: ½ cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut

8. Pecan Pie: ¼ cup Pecans (chopped), 1 tbsp Coconut Oil

9. Raspberry Almond: ½ cup Fresh Raspberries (organic), ¼ tsp Almond Extract

10. Savory Herb & Cheese: 2 tbsp Fresh Herbs (chopped – rosemary, thyme, chives), 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

* Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

* In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt.

* In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, almond milk, melted coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey/maple syrup.

* Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. It will be slightly sticky.

* Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to allow the psyllium husk to absorb the moisture.

2. Prepare the Base Filling:

* In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.

* Gradually add heavy whipping cream and continue beating until light and fluffy.

* Stir in honey/maple syrup and vanilla extract.

3. Prepare Pastry Variations:

* Apple Cinnamon: Sauté diced apple with cinnamon in coconut oil until softened (about 5 minutes). Let cool slightly.

* Chocolate Hazelnut: Combine cocoa powder and hazelnut butter with a portion of the base filling.

* Lemon Poppy Seed: Stir lemon zest and poppy seeds into a portion of the base filling.

* Strawberry Swirl: Swirl strawberry puree into a portion of the base filling.

* Pumpkin Spice: Stir pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice into a portion of the base filling.

* Coconut Macaroon: Stir shredded coconut into a portion of the base filling.

* Pecan Pie: Sauté chopped pecans in coconut oil until lightly toasted. Let cool slightly. Stir into a portion of the base filling.

* Raspberry Almond: Gently fold fresh raspberries and almond extract into a portion of the base filling.

* Savory Herb & Cheese: Stir chopped herbs and Parmesan cheese into a portion of the base filling.

* Blueberry Cream Cheese: Gently fold blueberries into a portion of the base filling.

4. Assemble the Pastries:

* Divide the dough into 10 equal portions.

* On a lightly floured (almond flour) surface, roll out each portion into a circle or square (about ¼ inch thick).

* Place a spoonful of the base filling (or a specific pastry variation filling) in the center of each dough circle/square.

* Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape (or other desired shape). Pinch the edges to seal.

* For open-faced pastries, simply spread the filling on top of the dough.

5. Bake:

* Place the assembled pastries on the prepared baking sheet.

* Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. Cool and Serve:

* Let the pastries cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

* Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serving Suggestions:

* Enjoy with a cup of herbal tea or unsweetened coffee.

* Serve as a healthy dessert or snack.

* Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

* Top with a sprinkle of unsweetened shredded coconut or a drizzle of melted dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) for added flavor.

Nutritional Information (per pastry, approximate):

* Calories: Varies depending on filling (approximately 150-200)

* Net Carbs: Varies depending on filling (approximately 5-8g)

* Sugar: Varies depending on filling (approximately 2-4g)


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