Healthy Cinnamon Croissants with icing
Indulge in a guilt-free treat that’s low-carb and bursting with flavor! They’re the perfect healthy croissants pastry to satisfy your cravings!
Are you craving a delicious pastry but want to stick to your keto diet? Look no further than these Healthy Cinnamon Croissants with icing! Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, you won’t even believe they’re low-carb!
Whether you’re enjoying them for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or as a sweet treat after dinner, these Healthy Cinnamon Croissants with icing are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals.
Are these healthy croissants suitable for people on a keto diet?
Yes, these croissants are perfect for people on a keto diet as they are low-carb, gluten-free, and made with keto-friendly ingredients.
Can these croissants be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the croissants ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. You can reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
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Can I use a different type of flour instead of almond flour?
It’s best to stick to almond flour in this recipe as it provides the perfect texture and flavor for the croissants. However, you can experiment with other nut flours such as hazelnut flour or coconut flour, but the result may not be the same.
What can I use instead of erythritol or Swerve sweeteners?
You can use any keto-friendly sweetener of your choice, such as stevia, monk fruit sweetener, or xylitol. Just make sure to adjust the amount to your taste preference.
Whether you’re looking for a breakfast treat or a dessert, these keto croissants are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection. So, give them a try and indulge in a sweet and savory delight!
Healthy Cinnamon Croissants with icing
Ingredients You’ll Need
Dough:
1 cup almond flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon pink salt
8 ounces shredded mozzarella
2 ounces cream cheese
1 egg
Cinnamon Butter:
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup brown erythritol or swerve
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Icing:
2 tablespoons cream cheese
1/4 cup powdered erythritol or swerve confectioners
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons heavy cream
How to Make Sugar Free Healthy Croissants
- Combine the mozzarella and cream cheese in a heat-proof microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted. This should only take about a minute.
- Mix in the egg into the cheese mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix together almond flour, baking powder, and pink salt.
- Place the dry ingredients into the melted cheese mixture while it’s still warm so it incorporates easily.
- Lay out a piece of parchment paper or a silicone mat and knead the dough into a ball.
- Once the cheese dough is nice and smooth, use a rolling pin to roll it out about 1/4 inch thick in a rectangle shape.
- Use a butter knife and cut the dough longways down the center to create two long stands of dough.
- Then cut a triangle on each strip to make small triangle shapes you will eventually roll into croissants.
- In a separate bowl add the melted butter, brown erythritol, and cinnamon and mix until combined. Brush mixture generously onto each triangle.
- Roll the croissants up and place them on a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees.
- While the croissants are baking make the icing.
- In a small bowl whisk all ingredients for the icing.
- Once the croissants are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle icing on top.
- Serve warm or cold.
Healthy Cinnamon Croissants Nutrition
Serves 6 (1 croissant)
Calories: 437 | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 40g | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbs: 5g
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Healthy Cinnamon Croissants with icing
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pink salt
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 egg
Cinnamon Butter:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup brown erythritol or swerve
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Icing:
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or swerve confectioners
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Combine the mozzarella and cream cheese in a heat-proof microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted. This should only take about a minute.
- Mix in the egg into the cheese mixture.
- Place the dry ingredients into the melted cheese mixture while it’s still warm so it incorporates easily.
- Lay out a piece of parchment paper or a silicone mat and knead the dough into a ball.
- Once the cheese dough is nice and smooth, use a rolling pin to roll it out about 1/4 inch thick in a rectangle shape.
- Use a butter knife and cut the dough longways down the center to create two long stands of dough.
- Then cut a triangle on each strip to make small triangle shapes you will eventually roll into croissants.
- In a separate bowl add the melted butter, brown erythritol, and cinnamon and mix until combined. Brush mixture generously onto each triangle.
- Roll the croissants up and place them on a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees.
- While the croissants are baking make the icing.
- In a small bowl whisk all ingredients for the icing.
- Once the croissants are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle icing on top.
- Serve warm or cold.
