Keto Kayısı Tatlısı

Keto Kayısı Tatlısı is a delightful Turkish dessert made with dried apricots, stuffed with nuts, and sweetened with a low-carb sweetener, making it a perfect treat for those on a keto diet. This dish captures the essence of traditional Turkish flavors while keeping carbohydrate content low.

Ingredients

• Dried apricots - 8 pieces
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped
• Almonds - 30 grams, chopped
• Erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener - 2 tablespoons
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Unsweetened coconut flakes - 2 tablespoons
• Butter - 10 grams, melted
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, erythritol, and cinnamon powder.
3. Carefully open each dried apricot and stuff it with the nut mixture, pressing gently to close.
4. Place the stuffed apricots in a baking dish and drizzle with melted butter.
5. Add water to the baking dish, cover it with aluminum foil, and bake for 15 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the apricots are tender and slightly caramelized.
7. Sprinkle coconut flakes over the top before serving.
8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before enjoying your Keto Kayısı Tatlısı.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from nuts, supporting heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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