Whole30 Ensaimada

Indulge in the soft and sweet nostalgia of traditional ensaimada with a Whole30 twist! This Whole30 Ensaimada recipe features a nutrient-rich blend of coconut flour, almond flour, and arrowroot starch, making it naturally grain-free and paleo-friendly. The light sweetness of honey, the zest of fresh lemon, and the warmth of ground cinnamon combine to create a flavor that’s both comforting and irresistible. Studded with raisins and optional chopped nuts, these fluffy, golden swirls are shaped to mimic the classic treat you love while remaining compliant with Whole30 guidelines. Perfect as a breakfast pastry or an afternoon snack, these ensaimadas are quick to whip up in under an hour and are sure to satisfy anyone following a clean-eating lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Coconut flour
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Arrowroot starch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup, melted Coconut oil
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans - optional)

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 coconut flour, almond flour, arrowroot starch, baking powder, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients until well blended.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir them together until a dough forms.

Step 5

Gently fold in the ground cinnamon, raisins, and optional chopped nuts into the dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Roll each part into a rope, then shape each rope into a coil on the prepared baking sheet to mimic the traditional ensaimada shape.

Step 7

Bake the ensaimadas in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature as a delightful Whole30 treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.3

Total Fat 212.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2067.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 333.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.5g	0%
Total Sugars 117.0g
Protein 76.2g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 508.5mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 1835.7mg	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: 53.8%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 37.6%