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Healthy Baked Churro Bites


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Low-Carb

Description

Delightful healthy treats that offer a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet cravings, made with wholesome ingredients and classic churro flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup sweetener (like coconut sugar or erythritol)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon-sugar mixture for coating (1/4 cup sweetener + 1 tablespoon cinnamon)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. While warm, toss the churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your guilt-free treats!

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3-4 bites
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 175mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg