Keto Apple Hand Pie

Indulge in the comforting, nostalgic flavors of a classic dessert with this Keto Apple Hand Pie recipe—featuring a clever, low-carb twist! Instead of apples, tender chayote squash mimics the sweet and spiced apple filling, infused with cinnamon and a hint of lemon for a perfectly balanced flavor. Wrapped in a golden, flaky crust made from almond and coconut flours, these hand pies are completely grain-free, keto-friendly, and gluten-free. Perfect as a grab-and-go snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert, each hand pie is baked to perfection with a crisp exterior and a warm, gooey center. Ready in just over an hour, these keto hand pies are a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking your diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium Chayote squash
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons Erythritol sweetener
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 0.25 cups Coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and core the chayote squash. Cut into small cubes resembling apple pieces.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chayote cubes, lemon juice, cinnamon, erythritol sweetener, and butter.

Step 4

Cook for 10 minutes until chayote becomes tender and resembles cooked apple texture. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a large bowl, mix together almond flour, coconut flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and then add melted coconut oil and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.

Step 7

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Step 8

Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Roll each into a ball and flatten into a disk about 4 inches in diameter.

Step 9

Place about 2 tablespoons of the chayote filling in the center of each disk.

Step 10

Carefully fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Seal the edges with a fork and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Brush each hand pie with a little bit of beaten egg for a shiny finish if desired.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy your keto-friendly apple hand pies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(781.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1722.4

Total Fat 148.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 285.3mg	0%
Sodium 1141.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 58.2IU	0%
Calcium 443.1mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 820.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 23.0%