Low Carb Apple Croissant

Satisfy your pastry cravings with these delightful Low Carb Apple Croissants—perfect for a guilt-free indulgence! This recipe combines a buttery, flaky dough made from almond and coconut flours with a sweet and spiced apple filling, all while staying low-carb and gluten-free. The highlight is the use of xanthan gum and cream cheese, which ensure a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture without traditional wheat flour. Rolled into golden-brown crescents, each croissant is brushed with an egg wash for a beautifully crisp exterior. Infused with cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, these croissants are a comforting treat that pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea. Ready in just over an hour and boasting all the flavors of a classic apple pastry, they make the perfect snack or breakfast for those following keto or low-carb diets.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 1 tablespoon Coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
• 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Apple (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons Low-carb sweetener (like erythritol)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 serving Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the cream cheese and eggs to the mixture. Stir until a dough starts to form. Knead slightly inside the bowl to bring everything together.

Step 5

Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the sliced apple, cinnamon, low-carb sweetener, and vanilla extract, ensuring the apple slices are well coated.

Step 7

Cut the dough into 8 equal triangles. Place a few apple slices on the broad end of each triangle.

Step 8

Gently roll each triangle from the broad end towards the tip to form a crescent shape. Transfer each croissant to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush each croissant with the egg wash to ensure a golden-brown crust.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these healthy low-carb apple croissants warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(693.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2154.1

Total Fat 194.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 846.6mg	0%
Sodium 1398.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.1g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 54.8g	0%

Vitamin D 181.3IU	0%
Calcium 485.8mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 534.5mg	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: 72.8%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 18.1%