Keto Saffron Buns

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1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Use: 1 tsp baking powder
2. Step 2Bloom the saffron: Warm the cream slightly, stir in saffron threads, and let sit 5–10 minutes.Use: ¼ tsp saffron threads (or ¼ tsp ground saffron)
3. Step 3Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, sweetener, and salt.Use: 3 tbsp coconut flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp xanthan gum, ⅓ cup granulated keto sweetener, ¼ tsp salt
4. Step 4Add wet ingredients: Whisk in melted butter, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla, and the saffron cream until a soft dough forms.Use: ¼ tsp saffron threads (or ¼ tsp ground saffron), 3 tbsp butter (melted), 3 oz cream cheese (softened), ½ tsp vanilla extract
5. Step 5Shape buns: Divide into 10 pieces; roll each into a rope and curl into a “ S ” shape or round spiral.
6. Step 6Brush and bake: Place on the tray, brush with egg yolk, and bake 15–18 minutes until golden.
7. Step 7Cool and serve: Let cool on a rack and serve warm with butter or sugar-free jam.Use: 3 tbsp butter (melted)