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Low Carb Beignets Recipe

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Yield

10
servings

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup almond flour
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup erythritol
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes (super finely shredded)
  • 1 dash salt

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

1 beignet

Carbohydrates

9
g

Protein

6.5
g

Fat

13.5
g

Calories

156.5

Beignets can be a fun low-carb treat to whip up for breakfast or as a snack. With just a few ingredients like almond flour and mozzarella cheese, this recipe keeps the carb count at 9 grams per serving. Melt the cheese and mix it with egg and vanilla for a rich base, then fry until golden. These beignets make a great addition to any brunch or family gathering, allowing you to enjoy a classic without the high carbs.

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, erythritol, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  2. Melt the cheese in a microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla to the melted cheese.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
  5. Mix dough together with your hands until it forms a ball. Add more almond flour if needed.
  6. In a shallow pot or skillet on the stove, heat the olive oil.
  7. Pull off a chunk of the dough, form into a ball and place in hot oil.
  8. Cook a few beignets at a time for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  9. While still warm, dust with super fine unsweetened shredded coconut.
  10. Let cool slightly and enjoy!

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