Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic mincemeat pie with a healthier twist in this Diabetic-Friendly Mincemeat Pie recipe. Crafted with a buttery almond flour crust and naturally sweetened filling, this dessert offers all the comforting spices and textures you love without the added sugar. The filling features tender diced apples, plump raisins, and a touch of fresh orange zest, all simmered in warm, aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while stevia keeps it perfectly sweet for those watching their sugar intake. With its golden lattice crust and rich, fruity filling, this low-carb pie is a guilt-free holiday treat that's not only diabetic-friendly but also gluten-free. Perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions, itβs a delightful dessert everyone can enjoy!
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, stevia, and unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the texture resembles breadcrumbs.
Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and knead gently until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the mincemeat filling. In a medium saucepan, combine the diced apples, raisins, orange juice, orange zest, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove powder, and vanilla extract.
Cook the filling over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10β12 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Roll out the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/8-inch thickness. Line a 9-inch pie dish with half the dough, trimming the edges as needed.
Pour the cooled mincemeat filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into strips to create a lattice pattern on top of the pie. Alternatively, you can use the second half of the dough to fully cover the pie and cut small slits for ventilation.
Brush the top crust or lattice with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30β35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy a diabetic-friendly version of a classic dessert!
Calories |
2904 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 191.2 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 309 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 106 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.7 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.6 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.1 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2632 mg | 56% | |
*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.