Sugar-Free Gevulde Koek
Indulge guilt-free with this delightful recipe for Sugar-Free Gevulde Koek, a healthier take on the classic Dutch treat! These tender almond cookies are crafted with almond flour, naturally sweetened with stevia, and filled with a luscious almond paste made from almond meal and unsweetened applesauce. With a golden, shiny crust brushed with egg white and topped with slivered almonds, each bite offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor without added sugar. Ready in just 35 minutes, these cookies are the perfect snack for anyone seeking a low-carb, sugar-free dessert that doesn’t skimp on tradition or taste. Ideal for satisfying your sweet cravings in a wholesome way!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams almond flour
- 120 grams unsweetened applesauce
- 100 grams butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons stevia sweetener
- 100 grams almond meal
- 30 grams slivered almonds
- 1 from large egg egg white
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a bowl, beat together the butter and stevia until creamy.
Step 3
Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, combine almond flour and baking powder.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Step 6
For the filling, combine the almond meal and unsweetened applesauce in another bowl to form a paste.
Step 7
Divide the dough into 16 equal portions. Flatten each piece slightly.
Step 8
On eight of the pieces, place a small spoonful of almond paste in the center.
Step 9
Cover with the remaining dough portions, sealing the edges to encase the filling completely.
Step 10
Gently press the slivered almonds onto the tops of the cookies.
Step 11
Brush the tops with egg white for a shiny finish.
Step 12
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 13
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (667.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2806.0 |
| Total Fat 254.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 454.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1140.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.5g | |
| Protein 81.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 69.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 757.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1169.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories