Rice malt syrup is just another type of sugar that spikes insulin.
I’m on the hunt for some desserts without sugar or substitutes that still spike insulin. Do you have any?
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What's life without a bit of lemon meringue pie? You might be feeling lost without this nostalgic dessert if you've recently quit sugar - but there's no need to say goodbye! Try our healthy version of this delicious pie.
For the Crust:
1/2 cup rice malt syrup
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch pie dish. To make the crust, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, egg, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl.
Mix until a dough forms. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish. Prick the crust all over with a fork.
Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool. In a saucepan, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, rice malt syrup, cornstarch, coconut oil, and egg yolks. Whisk until smooth. Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil. Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
To make the meringue, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in a mixing bowl until frothy. Gradually add the rice malt syrup, beating continuously, until stiff peaks form. Spoon the meringue over the lemon filling, spreading it out to the edges of the crust.
Bake the pie for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
Once the pie has cooled, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set. Serve and enjoy your delicious sugar-free lemon meringue pie!
Note: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Jayne
May 13, 2024
Rice malt syrup is just another type of sugar that spikes insulin.
I’m on the hunt for some desserts without sugar or substitutes that still spike insulin. Do you have any?
I Quit Sugar
December 21, 2023
Hey Sophie, yes you can make this the day before – we actually think it tastes better the second day! Hope you enjoy it xx The IQS Team
Sophie
December 21, 2023
Can you make this recipe the day before an event? Will it keep ok? Thanks!
I Quit Sugar
July 07, 2023
Hey Ruth, arrowroot powder will work just like cornstarch, and you can use it in a 1:1 ratio. Happy baking!
Ruth
July 07, 2023
Is there a substitute for the cornstarch?
I Quit Sugar
May 13, 2024
Hey Jayne! We’ve got some delicious desserts without rice malt syrup for you to try: Our raspberry brekkie muffins are great for slow-release energy, and so satisfying: https://iquitsugar.com/blogs/recipes/raspberry-breakfast-muffins-with-yoghurt
You may also want to try our Nutty Coconut Slice: https://iquitsugar.com/blogs/recipes/the-nutty-coconut-slice
Let us know how you go! xx The IQS Team