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Irresistible Keto Danish Pastry Recipe

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This Keto Danish Pastry recipe is flaky, buttery, and low-carb, making it the perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert. With almond flour and a sweet cream cheese filling, this keto-friendly treat keeps you on track without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp powdered erythritol
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)

For the Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Dough: In a bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, powdered erythritol, baking powder, and xanthan gum. Cut in the chilled butter until crumbly. In another bowl, whisk eggs, cream cheese, and vanilla extract, then combine with dry ingredients to form a dough.
  3. Chill: Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Shape the Dough: Roll the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares and fold the corners to the center to form Danish shapes.
  5. Prepare the Filling: Beat together cream cheese, powdered erythritol, vanilla, and lemon juice until smooth. Spoon a small amount into the center of each pastry.
  6. Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Make the Glaze: While the pastries bake, whisk together powdered erythritol, heavy cream, and vanilla for the glaze.
  8. Drizzle: Let pastries cool for a few minutes, then drizzle with glaze and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure to keep your butter cold for a flaky texture.
  • You can freeze the pastries and reheat them for a quick treat anytime.
  • Feel free to add sugar-free jam or fresh berries for extra flavor!

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, You might to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-danish-pastry/