
Mouthwatering Spanish Paleo Almond-Flour Churros with Cinnamon Sugar Coating and Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce
About This Recipe
Indulge in this decadent Spanish dessert recipe inspired by traditional churros, perfectly tailored for a Paleo diet. These scrumptious almond flour churros are coated in a cinnamon sugar blend, served with a rich, velvety dark chocolate dipping sauce that will transport you straight to Spain! This is the ultimate cinematic sensory experience you won't want to miss.
Churros are a popular Spanish snack, often enjoyed with hot chocolate for dipping. The combination of almond flour and coconut flour in this recipe mimics traditional churro texture while staying true to Paleo diet principles.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, salt, and cinnamon.
- 2
In a small saucepan, melt honey and coconut oil over low heat until fully combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Add eggs and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, then pour in the honey-coconut oil mixture. Mix well until a smooth batter forms. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 4
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- 5
Fill a piping bag with the churro batter and pipe 6-inch long strips onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- 6
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- 7
Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until smooth.
- 8
Dip the ends of each churro into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper to set. Serve immediately.
Chef's Notes
For a more authentic taste, use raw cacao powder in the chocolate sauce.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 350 kcal – Carbohydrates: 28g – Protein: 10g – Fat: 26g – Sodium: 490mg – Fiber: 7g – Sugar: 17g
