Keto Classic Apple Filling
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic apple filling without breaking your keto diet! This Keto Classic Apple Filling is a low-carb twist on the traditional dessert staple, using tender chayote squash as a clever substitute for apples. Sautéed in buttery goodness and sweetened with a keto-friendly erythritol blend, the filling is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and the comforting aroma of vanilla. Perfectly soft and subtly caramelized, this guilt-free filling is ready in just 35 minutes and makes the ultimate addition to sugar-free pies, crumbles, or simply as a delicious topping for keto pancakes or yogurt. Packed with fall-inspired flavors and completely apple-free, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a keto-friendly, low-sugar alternative to traditional desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Chayote squash
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Granular erythritol or keto-friendly sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the chayote squash into small apple-sized cubes.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced chayote squash to the pan and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until the chayote begins to soften.
Sprinkle the granular erythritol, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt over the chayote and stir to combine.
Pour in the lemon juice and vanilla extract, stirring continuously until the mixture starts to thicken and the chayote becomes more tender and caramelized, about 12 to 15 minutes.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness or spices as needed, ensuring the filling has a sweet and slightly spiced apple-like taste.
Once cooked to your desired consistency, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before using in your favorite keto dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1044 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
