Low Carb Aletria
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a traditional favorite with this delectable Low Carb Aletria recipe! This keto-friendly version of the classic Portuguese dessert swaps out carb-heavy vermicelli for tender zucchini noodles, creating a luscious custard-based dish that's rich in flavor yet light on carbs. Infused with the warm aromas of cinnamon, vanilla, and a zesty hint of lemon, this creamy delight is sweetened with erythritol for a perfectly balanced taste. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's a low-carb dessert that's perfect for health-conscious foodies who crave comforting treats. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a truly irresistible finish. Keto aletria has never been so easy—or delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini
- 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened
- 0.5 cup cream, heavy
- 0.5 cup erythritol sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unit cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 units egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
Instructions
Using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, spiralize or julienne the zucchini into thin noodles. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the almond milk, heavy cream, erythritol sweetener, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and add the zucchini noodles to the saucepan. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly add a small ladle of the hot almond milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Gradually add the tempered yolks to the saucepan, stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly, turning into a custard-like pudding. Ensure the heat is low to prevent scrambling.
Once thickened, remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Transfer the low carb aletria to a serving dish.
Sprinkle cinnamon powder on top of the aletria for garnishing. Let it cool to room temperature or refrigerate for about 1 hour if a chilled pudding is preferred.
Serve and enjoy your Low Carb Aletria!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.0 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 874 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 5114 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*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.
