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Argentinian Almond Flour Dulce de Leche Churros – A Paleo-Friendly Twist

Argentinian Almond Flour Dulce de Leche Churros – A Paleo-Friendly Twist

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Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
4 servings
Intermediate

About This Recipe

Crispy almond flour churros served with a homemade coconut milk dulce de leche sauce. A paleo-friendly take on the classic Argentinian street treat.

Churros are a popular street food in Argentina, often enjoyed with a sweet dipping sauce like dulce de leche.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • coconut oil, for frying
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, for sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.

  2. 2

    Add eggs, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth batter forms.

  3. 3

    Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.

  4. 4

    In a deep saucepan or frying pan, heat about 1 inch of coconut oil to 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Pipe 4-inch long strips of batter into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Use a slotted spoon to remove churros from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

  7. 7

    In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and resembles dulce de leche.

  8. 8

    Serve churros warm with the homemade dulce de leche sauce for dipping.

Chef's Notes

This recipe requires a piping bag and star tip for the churro batter.

Plating Tips

Dust the warm churros with a light coating of cinnamon. Serve the dulce de leche sauce in a small bowl alongside for dipping.

Nutrition (per serving)

529 kcal10g protein27g carbs44g fat4g fiber21g sugar180mg sodium