Keto Strawberry Pecan Dessert

This Keto Strawberry Pecan Dessert is a tasty, well-balanced, & decadent dessert that will satisfy your sweet craving without causing you to exit ketosis. It contains fresh strawberries, crunchy nuts, and a rich, creamy foundation that come together to make a dessert. This Strawberry Pecan Dessert is quick, simple, and flavorful, making it a great choice for anybody seeking a healthy dessert alternative or on a ketogenic diet. This Keto Strawberry Pecan Dessert is ideal for every occasion, from informal weekday snacks to more elaborate events, since it has the ideal balance of sweetness and texture. It is only comprised of 4g net carbs, & 4g proteins/serving of this strawberry dessert.

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STATS:

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Prep time: Fifteen mins
• Serving size: 1 slice
• Cook time: 25 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total time: 40 minutes
• Course: Dessert
• Diet: Keto
• Serving: 8

EQUIPMENT:

• Mixing bowl
• Baking pan
• Spatula
• Chopping board
• Spoon
• Beater
• Medium bowl
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup almond flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup butter
• ¼ cup Erythritol
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup fresh strawberries

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

ALMOND FLOUR:

• The foundation of many keto baked items is almond flour, which is low-carb & gluten-free flour and also gives it structure and a somewhat nutty taste.

COCOA POWDER:

• This cocoa powder adds a strong chocolate taste without the addition of any additional sugar or carbohydrates. Depending on your preferred level of intensity, go for natural or Dutch-processed.

PECANS:

• Pecans offer a buttery taste, crunch, and good fats. We can chop or ground the pecan which depends upon the texture we want.

ERYTHRITOL:

• Erythritol is a sweetener that has no net carbohydrates and is also suitable for keto diet and is used in this recipe to provide sweetness without raising blood sugar levels.

BUTTER:

• Butter provides the tenderness and wetness added by this rich, delicious fat. Depending on how you prepare it, it might be melted or softened.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

• The vanilla extract gives the warms and intensifies the tastes of cream and chocolate.

HEAVY CREAM:

• Heavy Cream provides body and opulent richness. Ideal for whipping or adding layers of creaminess to keto recipes.

FRESH STRAWBERRIES:

• Fresh strawberries provide a vibrant, fresh contrast to the rich chocolate and cream because they are naturally sweet and low in carbohydrates.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. We can set the oven’s temperature to 350°F.
2. Take a bowl and add the melted butter, almond flour, cocoa powder, chopped pecans, and sweetener.
3. Mix all the components with the spatula.
4. Then we can add the mixture to the pan and press the mixture into the pie pan’s bottom.
5. Bake the strawberry pecan dessert for 10 to 12 minutes or till they get firm.
6. Then we can cool down the crust for several minutes till it gets completely cooled down.
7. Grab a separate bowl and then we can beat the heavy cream with the electric mixer the cream get firm peaks.
8. We can fold the strawberries into the mixture.
9. Then put the mixture with a spoon on the chilled crust.
10. We can let the dessert sit in the fridge for a minimum for half an hour before serving.

TIPS:

• Add additional sliced strawberries or whipped cream over top for a richer dessert.
• You may also add a little of cinnamon for the added taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You can place the slices of Strawberry Pecan Dessert in the sealed container and then store these slices for around 4 days.

FREEZER:

• We can tightly cover the slices of this Strawberry Pecan Dessert with the plastic wrap and then place these slices in the seal container and store this Strawberry Pecan Dessert for 2 months.

FAQs:

Is this Strawberry Pecan Dessert low in carbs?

• This Strawberry Pecan Dessert is only comprises of 4g net carbs, 7g carbs, 4g proteins, and 3g fiber is present in per serving of this dessert.

Can I utilize any other sweetener to make this Strawberry Pecan Dessert?

• Yes you would simply use the monk fruit, Allulose, or stevia as a substitute of Erythritol to make this Strawberry Pecan Dessert.

Will I make this Strawberry Pecan Dessert with any other nut?

• Yes, you would simply use the almonds, walnuts, or pistachios to make this Strawberry Pecan Dessert.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 250 kcal
Sodium: 100mg
Net Carbs: 4g
Iron: 1.5mg
Total carbs: 7g
Vitamin A: 200 IU
Fiber: 3g
Calcium: 40mg
Protein: 4g
Potassium: 150mg