Keto Low GI Strawberry Crumble Bars

These strawberry crumble bars are the best way to utilize seasonal fruits and turn them into a mouth-watering treat. Paired with a golden coconut crumb, this strawberry dessert is crunchy, toasty, and absolutely addictive. It is quick, and easy to prepare, and only requires a handful of ingredients. Not only is this dessert delicious, but it is also gluten-free, Low-Carb, and perfect for a Low-GI diet.

How to make Low-GI Keto recipes?

The glycemic index (GI) is a value used to measure how much specific foods increase blood sugar levels. When preparing Low Glycemic Keto foods, you need to be aware of all the ingredients’ glycemic indexes. Any value under 55 is considered Low-GI, but keep in mind that not all Low-GI foods are Keto-friendly, and vice versa. This recipe uses ingredients with a very Low-GI, including almond flour, eggs, butter, erythritol, and a few Low-GI ingredients, including chia seeds (GI=4), strawberries (GI=41), and desiccated coconut (GI=42).

How to prepare the crumb?

This crumb is crunchy, nutty, and full of flavor, so it is essential to this dessert. In a bowl, mix almond flour, powdered sweetener, desiccated coconut, and salt. Then, add melted butter, and mix until a rough, crumbled dough forms. For substitutions, you can swap out the almond flour for walnut flour or sunflower seed flour. As for the butter, you can use coconut oil or ghee.

What other fruits can you use for this crumble recipe?

If in season, you can use rhubarb along with the strawberries for a classic combination. As for different fruits, you can use any berries or Low-Carb fruits you prefer. Blueberries, cranberries, and raspberries are all great Low-GI options.

Serving suggestions:

We kept it simple and served these bars as they are. Consider adding a dusting of powdered erythritol, chopped strawberries, or whipped cream. This Low-GI dessert recipe is best enjoyed with a cup of tea or freshly brewed coffee.