Decadent Chocolate Walnut Swirls
Indulge in these rich and delightful chocolate walnut swirls, a perfect low-carb treat for any time of day!
Equipment
- Small Saucepan
- Large Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Medium Bowl
- Large saucepan
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Walnut Filling
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered low-carb sweetener (like erythritol blend)
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate chopped
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
For the Dough
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup powdered low-carb sweetener (like erythritol blend)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 5 tbsp butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Extra powdered low-carb sweetener for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Making the Chocolate Walnut Filling:
- In a small saucepan, gently combine the heavy cream and powdered sweetener over medium heat. Whisk it until well mixed and just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat, add the chopped unsweetened chocolate, and let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften.
- Whisk the mixture until smooth, then stir in the vanilla extract. Set this delicious filling aside to cool while you prepare the dough.
Preparing the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, powdered sweetener, and baking powder.
- In a separate large saucepan, melt the mozzarella cheese over low heat, stirring frequently until it's soft and can be easily stirred together.
- Remove the cheese from the heat and quickly stir in the melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring continuously over low heat until a dough forms. Don't worry if there are still a few cheesy streaks.
- Turn the warm dough out onto a parchment-lined surface and gently knead it for just a minute or two until it's smooth and uniform.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions.
Assembling the Swirls:
- Place one portion of dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a rectangle, roughly 6 by 12 inches.
- Spread half of your prepared chocolate mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border along the long sides and a 1/2-inch border on the short ends.
- Generously sprinkle 1/4 cup of the chopped walnuts over the chocolate filling.
- Carefully roll up the dough from one of the long ends to form a log. Pinch the seam and the ends to seal securely.
- Repeat this process with the second dough portion, remaining chocolate filling, and walnuts.
Baking and Serving:
- Place the dough logs onto your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and feel firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. It's important not to slice them while warm, or the delicious chocolate filling might ooze out!
- Once cooled, sprinkle with a bit more powdered low-carb sweetener, if desired. Slice into 1/2-inch thick swirls and enjoy!
Notes
Tip: You can freeze these rolled dough logs at this point for later! Just make sure to thaw them completely before baking.
Nutrition (per 2 slices):
Calories: 180 kcal
Total Carbs: 4.02 g
Net Carbs: 2.04 g
Fats: 15.33 g
Protein: 5.5 g
Calories: 180 kcal
Total Carbs: 4.02 g
Net Carbs: 2.04 g
Fats: 15.33 g
Protein: 5.5 g
