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    Mock Low Carb Apple Pie Filling with Zucchini

    By Lisa MarcAurele · Jul 6, 2020 · 50 Comments

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    This warm mock low carb apple pie filling will have you fooled. Although made from zucchini, this sweet cinnamon mix tastes like it's made from apples.

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    • Mock Low Carb Apple Pie Filling with Zucchini Recipe
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    I've baked a mock apple pie and crisp using zucchini. But, I've never tried to use it in a skillet recipe like cinnamon apples.

    This is a modification of a recipe from a Low Carb Friends forum. I used a really large zucchini that we pulled out of our garden.

    I'd say the zucchini was equal to 2 or 3 medium size zucchini. Have you ever gone out to the garden and found a humungous zucchini squash out there? Or, do your friends have zucchini coming out their ears and giving you those huge ones they just can't eat?

    We all know these really large squash are great for baking breads, cakes, and brownies. Now, you can treat yourself to something a little different that doesn't require any low carb flour!

    Mock low carb apple pie filling pot

    To make this mock low carb apple pie filling, you start out by melting a half stick of butter in a large pot or skillet. Then you'll toss in the sliced zucchini and cook just until tender.

    The rest of the ingredients are then mixed in and the mock low carb apple pie filling is cooked a few minutes more. It's best to use a thickener like xanthan or guar gum. Otherwise, the liquid tends to be rather thin.

    When I originally made these warm zucchini cinnamon apples, I used vanilla extract. I later discovered apple extract which gives this a much better flavor.

    Mock low carb apple pie filling cooking

    We served this mock apple pie filling made with zucchini warm with a little whipped cream on top. But, I bet it would be even better with vanilla ice cream.

    These taste just like apple pie without the crust! If you liked this recipe, you may want to try the zucchini apple crisp or the mock apple pie made with chayote squash!

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    Low carb apple zucchini pie in bowl and fork on plate

    Low Carb Zucchini Cinnamon Apples

    5 from 5 votes
    These warm low carb zucchini cinnamon apples will have you fooled. Although made from zucchini, this sweet cinnamon mix tastes just like apple pie filling.
    Prep Time:10 mins
    Cook Time:10 mins
    Total Time:20 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings: 5 servings
    Calories: 92

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    Ingredients

    • 2-3 medium zucchini peeled and seeded
    • ¼ cup butter
    • ½ cup brown sweetener use less to decrease sweetness
    • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 ½ teaspoons apple extract or vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum optional

    Instructions

    • Slice zucchini into apple-like slices about ¼ to ½ inch thick.
    • Heat butter in skillet. Add zucchini slices and cook until tender.
    • Mix remaining ingredients and add to zucchini. Sprinkle in xanthan or guar gum as needed to thicken. Cook and stir about 5 more minutes.
    • Serve warm. Great with ice cream or whipped cream on top.

    Notes

    Each zucchini is about 2 cups or so.
    Do not slice too thin or the zucchini will become mushy and release more water during cooking.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 92 | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.2mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 2 g | % Carbs: 8.6 % | % Protein: 4.3 % | % Fat: 87.1 % | SmartPoints: 4
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    1. Francine

      August 10, 2022 at 4:11 pm

      I love this recipe and added crushed walnuts….very good…many thanks ♥️????????

      Reply
    2. Violet

      November 15, 2021 at 5:58 pm

      Have you tried making a "apple" pie with this as a filling?

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        November 17, 2021 at 12:48 pm

        Yes. It does work well.

        Reply
      • Dana

        June 13, 2022 at 3:57 pm

        5 stars
        I wish I could hug you....my daughter is giving me quite a few zucchini and yellow squash...well I found your recipe today and put everything in my instapot, I had to improvise on the amounts of seasoning with having more squash....I just went to check the pot and took out a spoonful of heaven...I have no other words...this is a low carb dream....bless you and your sharing this recipe ❤️ I want to make an almond flour shortbread crust to toss on top ☺️

        Reply
        • Lisa MarcAurele

          June 14, 2022 at 10:35 am

          Thanks for sharing! I need to try making this in the Instant Pot.

    3. beesnberries

      August 18, 2021 at 8:26 pm

      Suggestions for brand of apple pie extract? Reviews for those sold at WalMart are bad.

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        August 19, 2021 at 8:06 am

        I use a natural apple flavoring made for beer and wine. One good brand is Brewer's Best.

        Reply
    4. Debbie

      October 11, 2020 at 1:37 pm

      Has anyone tried canning or freezing the pie filling?

      Reply
    5. Susie

      September 29, 2020 at 11:36 pm

      How much xanthan gum?

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        September 30, 2020 at 7:33 am

        You don't need much. Only like 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon.

        Reply
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