Vegan Pecan Pie

Name: Vegan Pecan Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Crust: 1 unbaked Flaky Pie Crust (gluten-free if needed); Filling: 2 1/2 cups shelled pecans, 3 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 9 tbsp water (as egg replacer), 1 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup coconut sugar, 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Vegan dessert · Serves 8 · Ready in 1 hr 15 min

A delicious vegan pecan pie made with a homemade flaky crust and a sweet, nutty filling. This plant-based version swaps traditional ingredients for healthier alternatives without compromising on taste.

Allergens:Tree Nuts

Details

Author: CuisineSavvy
Cuisine: American
Course: Dessert
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Diet: Vegan
Categories:#Vegan #Gluten-Free #Dessert #Thanksgiving

Nutritional Values

This vegan pecan pie is a healthier alternative to the traditional version, using flaxseeds as an egg replacer and maple syrup instead of corn syrup. The use of coconut oil and coconut sugar provides a more natural sweetness, while the pecans add healthy fats and fiber.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	320 kcal	--
Total Fat	24 g	31%
Saturated Fat	4 g	20%
Sodium	150 mg	7%
Dietary Fiber	3 g	11%
Total Sugars	15 g	--
Protein	3 g	6%

Ingredients

Crust: 1 unbaked Flaky Pie Crust (gluten-free if needed)
Filling: 2 1/2 cups shelled pecans, 3 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 9 tbsp water (as egg replacer), 1 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup coconut sugar, 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
Prepare the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges and chill for 10 minutes.
Roughly chop the pecans and spread them evenly inside the pie crust.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flaxseed mixture, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla, melted coconut oil, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
Pour the mixture over the pecans.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, covering the edges with a pie crust shield if they brown too quickly.
Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Vegan Pecan Pie

A delicious vegan pecan pie made with a homemade flaky crust and a sweet, nutty filling. This plant-based version swaps traditional ingredients for healthier alternatives without compromising on taste.

Ingredients
[ ] Crust: 1 unbaked Flaky Pie Crust (gluten-free if needed)
[ ] Filling: 2 1/2 cups shelled pecans, 3 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 9 tbsp water (as egg replacer), 1 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup coconut sugar, 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions
[ ] 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
[ ] 2. Prepare the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges and chill for 10 minutes.
[ ] 3. Roughly chop the pecans and spread them evenly inside the pie crust.
[ ] 4. In a large bowl, whisk together the flaxseed mixture, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla, melted coconut oil, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
[ ] 5. Pour the mixture over the pecans.
[ ] 6. Bake for 50-55 minutes, covering the edges with a pie crust shield if they brown too quickly.
[ ] 7. Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

https://www.cuisinesavvy.com/recipe/vegan-pecan-pie

External Recipes

Classic Pecan Pie Recipe (Health Score: 55)

HealthScore: 70

The health score is improved by using whole ingredients like flaxseeds, maple syrup, and coconut oil, providing a balanced dessert with healthy fats and reduced refined sugars.