Heart-Healthy Legendary Protein Pastry

Satisfy your sweet cravings while staying on track with the Heart-Healthy Legendary Protein Pastry—an irresistible treat brimming with wholesome ingredients and packed with protein. Featuring a balanced blend of whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, and unflavored whey protein powder, this recipe creates a soft, nutrient-dense pastry that's perfect for breakfast or snacking. Sweetened naturally with honey and unsweetened applesauce, it's loaded with heart-boosting ingredients like walnuts and mixed berries, while olive oil and a flaxseed "egg" make it a healthier alternative to traditional baked goods. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes in the oven, these pastries come together quickly and stay fresh for days. Whether enjoyed warm with morning coffee or as an on-the-go snack, this recipe combines flavor, nutrition, and convenience in every bite. Perfect for health-conscious bakers seeking a delicious protein-rich option!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Whey protein powder, unflavored
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 6 tablespoons Water
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 1 cup Mixed berries, fresh or frozen

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine ground flaxseed and water. Mix well and set aside for about 5 minutes to let it thicken.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, whey protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, olive oil, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Add the flaxseed mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.

Step 6

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped walnuts and mixed berries into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in even portions to form pastry rounds, about 3 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the pastries to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1116.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2995.3

Total Fat 138.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 1890.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.6g	0%
Total Sugars 102.7g
Protein 155.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 926.1mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2461.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.3%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 41.0%