Paleo Ensaimada

Indulge in a healthier twist on a beloved classic with this Paleo Ensaimada recipe, a gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free rendition of the traditional Spanish sweet bread. Featuring a blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot starch, these fluffy pastries maintain a soft, tender bite while being entirely paleo-friendly. Enhanced with the rich flavors of coconut milk, honey, and a hint of lemon zest, these baked spirals bring a touch of natural sweetness and citrusy brightness to your table. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a midday treat, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 30 minutes of prep time and delivers eight golden-brown delights, baked to perfection in under 25 minutes. Serve warm for a comforting, guilt-free treat that satisfies both nostalgic cravings and modern dietary preferences!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.25 cup Coconut flour
• 0.25 cup Arrowroot starch
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 cup Coconut sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, arrowroot starch, baking soda, and sea salt. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then add coconut milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and honey. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continually until a smooth, thick dough forms.

Step 5

Fold in lemon zest and coconut sugar, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it slightly.

Step 7

Gently coil each flattened dough piece to form a spiral shape, similar to a snail shell, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the ensaimadas are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Allow to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your Paleo Ensaimada warm, optionally garnished with a touch of extra lemon zest or a sprinkle of coconut sugar!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(780.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2656.5

Total Fat 179.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2760.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 112.7g
Protein 72.5g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 569.6mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 620.2mg	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: 57.8%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 31.8%