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Keto Apple Pie

Keto Apple Pie

A delicious, low-carb take on the classic apple pie—without the sugar or guilt. Made with keto-friendly ingredients and warm spices for the perfect cozy treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Persons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the "Apple" Filling:
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped zucchini or chayote squash
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
For the Crust:
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp erythritol
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • 1 Rolling pin (optional)
  • 1 9-inch pie pan
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Oven
  • 1 Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté chopped zucchini or chayote, sweetener, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 10–15 minutes until soft and apple-like. Stir in the vanilla extract and remove from heat.
  2. Make the Crust Dough: Combine almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, and salt in a mixing bowl. Stir in melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Form the Bottom Crust: Press two-thirds of the dough into a greased 9-inch pie pan, making sure to spread it evenly across the bottom and up the sides.
  4. Add the Filling: Scoop the cooled "apple" mixture into the crust to cover evenly.
  5. Create the Top Crust: Patch pie with remaining dough or roll it out between 2 pieces of parchment paper cut into strips or other shapes. Place over the filling.
  6. Bake the Pie: Bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  7. Cool & Serve: To help it firm up, let the pie rest for 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Both zucchini and chayote take on apple flavour well (don’t skip on lemon and spices).
  • If the dough gets to soft to work with, chill it slightly.
  • If browning excessively, shield edges with foil during baking.
  • You can prepare the filling a day ahead to increase the flavour.