Posted by Fluffy with a crispy crust, these keto-style croissants will hit the spot when you are looking for something doughy on the side!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 3 egg whites
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp psyllium husk
- 2 tbsp sparkling water (room temperature)
- salt to taste
Directions:
- 1. Preheat oven to 385°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- 3. Add cheese and cream cheese to a large microwavable bowl, stir and microwave until melted.
- 4. Stir in the beaten egg whites, coconut flour, psyllium husk, and pinch of salt.
- 5. Knead with hands until a dough-like consistency is reached, add sparkling water, and continue kneading.Note: If the dough becomes hard, microwave it for 10-15 seconds.
- 6. Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper and spread with rolling pin to about ⅓ inches thickness.
- 7. Brush half of the melted butter onto the dough.
- 8. With a pizza cutter, start dividing the dough into 4 equal squares and further cut each square into two triangles that have a bottom approximately 4 inches wide.
- 9. Roll the triangles upward, starting at the widest part, and gradually curve into a crescent shape.
- 10. Place croissants onto baking sheet at least 2 inches apart.
11. Brush remaining butter on top and bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts:
- Serving Size 1 croissant
- Servings 83g Net Carbs
Amount Per Serving.
Calories 178% Daily Value ,Total Fat 12g19% ,Total Carbohydrate 6g2%,Dietary Fiber 3g12%,Protein 12g24%
