Don’t look at me like that.
Just because you haven’t tried it before doesn’t mean it doesn’t rock like crazy. For example, have you have gotten into a giant hamster ball and then busted disco moves while in a swimming pool? Probably not. But doesn’t that sound like it would rock like crazy?
So yeah. This cobbler is like getting into a giant hamster ball and busting disco moves in a swimming pool. How can you not want to try it?
I think one of the main reasons behind the conception of this zucchini-heavy recipe is my complete and utter denial of summer being over. Summer is not over. Summer is NOT over! It’s colder and I’m back in school, but you know. Summer is still going strong.
Just don’t try to talk reason into me, ‘kay? ‘Kay. Glad we had this discussion.
So… can we talk about the f-word? The f-word being fall, of course. What did you think I meant?
F*ll is an exciting time. New year, new shoes, new clothes, and this year… a new school! My first day of classes was a few days ago and I am really enjoying it. Here’s to a new year!
New year, new things going on. The other day I got a really sweet comment suggesting that I try out some different types of recipes because some of my recent ones have been a bit repetitive. Sounds good to me! So now you’ve got recipes for exciting new healthy things like churros and cornbread in your future. But I will be putting the cookies and the all for one cakes aside… for now. Mwahahaha!
What better way to start a period of new recipes with a zucchini cobbler? That’s what I thought.
This cobbler may not sound super enticing at first mention, but it is actually quite lovely. The zucchini definitely doesn’t taste exactly like apples, but it fantastic in its own right. To bring this vegetable up to dessert sweetness, I caramelize it. No, not cook the zucchini until it turns brown, but actually cook it in caramel. I know, caramelized in caramel. Where do I come up with this stuff?
Okay, so you’re sold right? Good. Let’s get to it!
Zucchini Skillet Cobbler (Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Sugar Free, Soy Free, Low Carb, Low Calorie)
This zucchini cobbler is an absolutely scrumptious late summer dessert. By being cooked in (xylitol) caramel, the zucchini becomes surprisingly sweet and undeniably delicious.
Adapted from my Almost Calorie Free Caramel and my “All for One” Blueberry Cobbler
Makes 4 servings
Nutritional Info
Serving size: 1/4 recipe (1 large serving)
Calories: ~60
Fat: 5 grams (healthy coconut and almond fats!)
Ingredients
For filling:
1 Tablespoon xylitol
2 1/2 cups chopped zucchini
For topping:
1/4 cup almond meal
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (I used reduced fat.)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
pinch salt
sweetener to taste (I use 1-2 packets stevia.)
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Heat a greased 8-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until the xylitol is completely melted, as it burns easily. Add in the chopped zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Stir together all the ingredients for the topping and sprinkle on top of the zucchini. Bake in the oven at 350F for about 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden. Let cool for a few minutes before digging in.
It’s not nearly as weird as it is tasty. Really. Here comes a great year, my friends!
Enjoy!
-Kelly M.
How awesome is this comment from a lovely gal named Mackenzie?
“Wow! This is my first time visiting this site, and I am super impressed. I’ve been gluten free for almost a year and my boyfriend and I are cutting calories (he’s a fighter and cutting weight. Bummer.). So, what I’m saying is: this is perfect. THANK YOU!
You can bet I’ll be back.”
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Interesting recipe! I love how different it is and I can’t wait to try it! I’m totally with you too in denying summer is over! I don’t want the warm weather to end!
Hello there. I stumbled upon your blog yesterday and I have not stopped reading since. I am in awe of the amazing things you are able to create with so few calories. As a fellow baker and lover of all things dessert I am so excited to be able to eat cookies and cakes on my diet. I made your cauliflower risotto last night and almost died from the deliciousness. You have gained one devoted follower over here! Keep those recipes coming!
You, my friend, are amazing. Thank you so much for your incredible comment! I’m just happy to have you aboard.
P.S. I am so thrilled you liked my risotto!
P.P.S. Died from deliciousness? I LOVE that. Can I borrow it?
Of course you can! I tend to over exaggerate bit… (but one a bit because it really was great). =P This doesn’t relate to this post but do you have any tips on finding egg replacer? Both my local health food stores did not have it and my next guess is to try Whole Foods but I’m not sure they’ll have it either. I’ve looked on amazon too but they only have like giant bulk amounts.
Loving the autumn denial! I’m in the same boat, myself. Speaking of giant hamster balls, the Idaho State Fair (not my state–just passing through) recently had a pool full of giant blow-up hamster balls for kids to run around in. Not sure whether it was a crazy or a genius idea, but I’ll think about it as I go to use up my zucchini, too. Thanks for a fun post!
No. way. That is too cool! Was it a really big pool?
I love the idea of a zucchini cobbler! I am the complete opposite and I can’t wait for fall haha. I am loving this smile of the day challenge
Ooooh I have a zucchini waiting to be used! Totally making this!
Christina!!!! How are you? It’s been too long since we’ve had a chat!
Where can I get xylitol? (My dentist recently recommended that I chew xylitol gum, and very few brands contain it–check the label.).
Thank you so much for the question! You can get xylitol at places like Whole Foods or online here. Hope this helps!