Keto Sloppy Joes with Homemade Buns

Keto Sloppy Joes with Homemade Buns

Ingredients

For the Keto Buns:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• ¼ cup ground flaxseed
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp Keystone Pantry Brown Allulose
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for structure)
• ¼ cup warm water

For the Sloppy Joe Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
• ½ small onion, diced
• ½ small green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Keystone Pantry Brown Allulose
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or coconut aminos for strict keto)
• 1 tsp mustard
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup water

Instructions

Making the Keto Buns:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, flaxseed, baking powder, salt, and Brown Allulose.
3. Add eggs, melted butter, and shredded mozzarella. Mix well.
4. Gradually add warm water while stirring, until the dough forms.
5. Divide dough into 4-6 portions, shape into buns, and place on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.

Making the Sloppy Joe Filling:

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, Brown Allulose, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add water and stir. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until thickened.

Assemble & Serve:

• Slice keto buns in half, toast lightly if desired, and spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto each bun.
• Serve warm and enjoy a sweet, tangy, and keto-friendly meal!

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving – 1 Bun + Sloppy Joe Filling)

• Calories: 770 kcal
• Total Carbohydrates: 23.8g
• Net Carbohydrates: 15.8g (after subtracting fiber)
• Total Fat: 60.5g
• Protein: 44g