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Cherry Pie
Dessert Diabetes

Cherry Pie

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Cherry pie is a delightful dessert that’s loved by many, and this diabetic-friendly version ensures that everyone can enjoy it without worry.

By using sugar substitutes and a low-carb crust, this recipe maintains the classic taste while being mindful of blood sugar levels. Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for you to try:

Ingredients

•  5 cups of fresh cherries, pitted

•  Zest and juice from one large lemon

•  1/2 teaspoon almond extract

•  1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

•  1/4 cup keto confectioners sweetener

•  1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum

•  1 1/2 cups almond flour (for crust)

•  1/4 cup butter, melted (for crust)

•  1/4 cup keto confectioners sweetener (for crust)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

For the crust, mix almond flour, melted butter, and sweetener.

Press the mixture into a pie dish and bake for 10 minutes.

In a saucepan, combine cherries, lemon zest, lemon juice, almond and vanilla extracts, and sweetener.

Cook over medium heat until the cherries release their juices.

Sprinkle xanthan gum over the cherry mixture and stir well until thickened.

Pour the cherry filling into the pre-baked crust.

Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition (per slice)

•  Calories: Approximately 200

•  Carbohydrates: 15g (net carbs)

•  Fiber: 3g

•  Protein: 4g

•  Fat: 14g (mostly from healthy unsaturated fats)

Sweet Potato Pie
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Sweet Potato Pie

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Sweet potato pie is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed even on a diabetic-friendly diet.

This recipe offers the traditional sweet potato flavor with a lower glycemic index, making it a suitable option for those managing blood sugar levels.

Here’s how to make a delicious and healthy sweet potato pie:

Ingredients

• 1 lb sweet potato

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup sugar substitute (e.g., Splenda)

• 1/2 cup low-fat milk

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 unbaked pie shell (low-carb if available)

Instructions

  • Boil the sweet potato whole in skin for 40-50 minutes, or until done.
  • Run cold water over the sweet potato, and remove the skin.
  • Break apart sweet potato in a bowl.
  • Add butter, and mix well with a mixer.
  • Stir in sugar substitute, milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla.
  • Beat on medium speed until smooth.
  • Pour filling into the unbaked pie crust.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 150-200

• Carbohydrates: 20g

• Fiber: 3g

• Protein: 4g

• Fat: 8g (mostly from healthy unsaturated fats)

Chocolate Cream Pie
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Chocolate Cream Pie

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Indulge in a guilt-free dessert with this diabetic-friendly chocolate cream pie.

It’s a heavenly treat that’s low in carbs and sugar, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping blood sugar levels in check.

Enjoy the rich, smooth chocolate filling nestled in a buttery crust without any of the worry.

Ingredients

•  1 pre-baked low-carb pie crust

•  1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

•  1 cup unsweetened almond milk

•  3 egg yolks

•  1/2 cup sugar-free sweetener

•  1/2 cup sugar-free semi-sweet chocolate chips

•  2 tsp vanilla extract

•  1/4 tsp xanthan gum

•  2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, combine sweetener, heavy cream, and almond milk. Heat until simmering, stirring frequently.
  • In a bowl, whisk egg yolks.
  • Gradually add xanthan gum, whisking until smooth.
  • Temper the yolks by slowly adding 1 cup of the hot milk mixture, whisking constantly.
  • Return the yolk mixture to the saucepan.
  • Whisk until it thickens and gently boils.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in butter, chocolate chips, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour into the crust.
  • Chill for 4–6 hours until set.

Nutrition (per slice):

•  Calories: Approximately 200

•  Carbohydrates: 5g

•  Fiber: 1g

•  Protein: 3g

•  Fat: 18g (mostly from healthy unsaturated fats)

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