Keto Mandazi

Discover a guilt-free twist on a classic East African treat with this Keto Mandazi recipe! Perfectly golden and irresistibly fluffy, these low-carb mandazi are made with a blend of almond and coconut flours, sweetened with erythritol, and infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a cozy flavor. The dough comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes, and each piece is fried to perfection in healthy coconut or avocado oil, creating a crisp exterior and tender interior. Whether you’re following a keto lifestyle or simply looking for a wholesome snack, these gluten-free and sugar-free mandazi are a satisfying indulgence. Enjoy them warm with a cup of tea, or serve as a guilt-free dessert that the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Coconut flour
• 0.5 cup Erythritol
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Oil for frying (e.g., coconut or avocado oil)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are frothy, then add coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. The dough should be moist but not sticky. If it's too dry, add a tablespoon of coconut milk at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a disc about 1/2 inch thick on a lightly floured surface using additional almond flour.

Step 5

Cut each disc into eight equal wedges, like slicing a pizza.

Step 6

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot, but not smoking; about 350°F (175°C) is ideal.

Step 7

Carefully place 3-4 mandazi pieces in the oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the mandazi from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the frying process with the remaining pieces.

Step 10

Serve warm as a delightful snack or dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1197.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6126.0

Total Fat 641.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 456.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 687.2mg	0%
Sodium 1789.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 72.1g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 543.6mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 729.8mg	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: 83.2%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 12.6%