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Low-Carb Keto Strawberry Skillet Dessert – Simple, Cozy, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
  • 3 tablespoons powdered erythritol or allulose (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, for thickening the fruit)
  • 1 1/2 cups superfine almond flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for texture)
  • 1/3 cup powdered erythritol or allulose
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Unsweetened whipped cream or keto-friendly vanilla ice cream
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Place a 9- or 10-inch oven-safe skillet on the stove.
  2. Prep the strawberries: Add strawberries to the skillet with sweetener, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, until the berries start releasing juices.
  3. Thicken the fruit (optional): Sprinkle xanthan gum lightly over the berries while stirring. Cook another 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  4. Make the topping: In a bowl, mix almond flour, shredded coconut, sweetener, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla. Stir until the mixture turns crumbly and moist.
  5. Assemble: Scatter the crumble evenly over the strawberry layer. Don’t press it down; loose crumbs crisp better.
  6. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, until the topping is golden and the edges are bubbly.
  7. Rest: Let it cool for 10 minutes. The filling will thicken as it stands.
  8. Serve: Spoon into bowls and top with whipped cream or keto ice cream if you like. Garnish with mint.