Low Carb Pan de Marranito

Satisfy your cravings for traditional Mexican pastries with a healthy twist in this Low Carb Pan de Marranito recipe! These delightful pig-shaped cookies capture the warm, spiced flavors of the classic treat with a blend of almond and coconut flours, fragrant cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, all sweetened with your favorite low-carb sugar substitute. Softened butter and a touch of optional molasses lend richness and depth, while a light brushing of melted butter gives the cookies a beautifully golden finish. Perfect for keto or low-carb diets, these marranitos are quick to prepare—ready in just under 30 minutes—and make a fun, nostalgic addition to any dessert table. Enjoy the essence of Mexican panadería while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.25 cup Coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar substitute (erythritol or monk fruit)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Unsulfured molasses (optional, for flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Whisk together until well blended.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar substitute until creamy and fluffy.

Step 4

Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the vanilla extract and optional molasses.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.

Step 7

Roll out the dough between sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Using a pig-shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush the tops of the cookies lightly with melted butter to help them brown.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(669.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2472.2

Total Fat 229.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 691.2mg	0%
Sodium 1458.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.2g
Protein 61.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 553.6mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 496.6mg	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: 62.6%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 30.0%