Description
This easy Pecan Pie recipe features a rich, nutty filling with a crisp, flaky plant-based crust. Made with natural ingredients and a plant-based twist, it offers perfectly balanced sweetness and a comforting texture. Ideal for sharing or enjoying as a delightful treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 plant-based pie crust, flaky
Filling
- 1 ½ cups fresh, toasted pecans
- 1 cup maple syrup (natural)
- ½ cup brown sugar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Roll out your plant-based pie crust evenly and gently press it into your pie dish, trimming any excess around the edges. Pre-bake the crust at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to create a firm base that won’t get soggy during filling baking.
- Toast the Pecans: Lightly toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. This step intensifies their flavor and adds a wonderful crunchy texture to your pie.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine maple syrup (natural), brown sugar (natural), plant-based butter, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract (natural), natural gelling agent, and a pinch of salt. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and well incorporated.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling over the toasted pecans in the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly. Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly golden. Let it cool completely to ensure a firm slice.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool at room temperature, then chill for at least 2 hours. This resting time helps the natural gelling agent solidify the filling perfectly so every slice holds well.
Notes
- Keep your pie crust chilled before rolling to maintain flakiness.
- Toss pecans with a little plant-based butter before toasting for richer nutty flavor.
- Use fresh pecans and pure maple syrup for deep, natural flavor.
- Shake the baked pie gently; a slight jiggle means it’s perfectly baked.
- Chill the pie before slicing to get neat, beautiful pieces every time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pecan pie, plant-based dessert, natural ingredients, pecan dessert, vegan pie
