Who loves this favorite holiday pie but not all the corn syrup and sugar? This clean eating Pecan Pie is packed with delicious healthy swaps.
I’m from the South and holiday get-together’s were never without a Pecan Pie present. I absolutely could not wait to dig in when I saw it. And I loved every minute of devouring all that corn syrup and sugar.
But now that I have been eating more clean, I hesitate when I see one. It’s sad. Really sad I’m telling you. I won’t say that I have gone without completely but the little fork full I do taste just isn’t enough to satisfy a pecan pie lovin’ girl like me.
So, my research began, there has to be a way to made a clean eating version of Pecan Pie. So I scoured the internet for ideas but there was still a lot of brown sugar being used.
Then I thought about dates! They are so naturally sweet. And they have kind of a pecan pie kind of texture when I pulse them in the food processor making my homemade Lara Bars.
I am SO happy with how this recipe turned out! I could literally eat the entire thing. I had some for breakfast this morning too. It’s actually like one big ole’ Lara bar on a yummy crust.
INGREDIENTS
For the crust:
2 cups almond flour (I use Red Mill Almond Meal Flour)
2 TBSP coconut oil
1 egg
For the filling
2 cups pecans
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp nutmeg
12 medjool dates (remove pits and soak in water for 1-4 hours)
2 TBSP coconut oil
1/4 cup milk
DIRECTIONS
**For the crust:
In a food processor combine the flour, egg and coconut oil.
Once the dough forms, press it into a greased 9 inch pie plate.
Bake at 350 for about 10-12 minutes.
**For the filling
In a food processor, combine the pecans and spices,
Then add the dates, coconut oil and milk.
Once everything is well combined, dump it into a pie shell.
Top it with a few more pecans.
Place in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
ENJOY!
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- For the crust:
- 2 cups almond flour (I use Red Mill Almond Meal Flour)
- 2 TBSP coconut oil
- 1 egg
- For the filling
- 2 cups pecans
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 12 medjool dates (remove pits and soak in water for 1-4 hours)
- 2 TBSP coconut oil
- ¼ cup milk
- **For the crust:
- In a food processor combine the flour, egg and coconut oil.
- Once the dough forms, press it into a greased 9 inch pie plate.
- Bake at 350 for about 10-12 minutes.
- **For the filling
- In a food processor, combine the pecans and spices,
- Then add the dates, coconut oil and milk.
- Once everything is well combined, dump it into a pie shell.
- Top it with a few more pecans.
- Place in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Inspired by Elena’s Pantry
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Pure Grace Farms says
Great recipe. I enjoy recipes made with whole foods. This one looks like a keeper. Stopping by from Plucky’s Second thoughts.
Blessings,
Shari
Jess says
My mom loves Pecan Pie…I think she’d really enjoy this!
Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
Kelly says
I am excited to try this! I LOVE pecan pie, but I always feel guilty eating it. Thanks for coming up with this clean-eating version! Pinned!
Kim says
I saw this on the Titus Tuesday linkup and had to check it out! Pecan Pie is one of my all-time favorites, and I just love how you use real, wholesome ingredients. I’ve only used almond flour a few times, but I adore coconut oil and think that it makes everything taste better. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
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heidi says
The pie looks wonderful, and I love that it has dates in it. I love dates. Hope you have a wonderful day!
Heather says
These looks off the hook amazing! Thanks for sharing at Monday Funday link party! Pinning! ~ Heather
Winnie says
Beautiful pie!!
My family really loves pecans, and I like your recipe
Definitely worth trying 🙂
Elise @frugalfarmwife.com says
You have no idea how happy it makes me to see a clean pecan pie recipe!
I’m from the south too, so I know exactly what you’re talking about. Thanks for sharing!
Cheri says
Gonna give it a try. My problem is it sticks to the pan all the way around.. think I need to make a bigger “border” out of the crust! Follow you from My Girlish Whims linky!
Becca says
Yummy! Thanks for sharing your recipe at the Healthy Tuesday hop, Sherri. :
Leslie says
I am going to have to try that. I am not a huge pecan pie eater, but I would love to bring that to Thanksgiving Dinner. My family would be so impressed..lol
Leslie
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Oh Sherri, I am so glad you found a healthy version of pecan pie!! Like you, this is my favorite pie and I feel guilty eating it too. I can’t wait to try this in the fall. Thanks for sharing 😉
Made From Pinterest says
I love pecan pie with a passion but it is SO rich and sugary. Thanks for the healthier recipe, I’ll have to try it!
Gentle Joy says
Pecan pie is so delicious……… and a healthier one is even better. 🙂 Thank you for sharing this.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
Oh gosh. I think you are my new BFF. This is my favorite pie but I hardly ever eat it anymore because of all the junk. I did not think it was possible to make a pecan pie without karo syrup! Thank you. Found you from the Lets Get Real party. I would love for you to link this at my party, too! http://yumeating.com/yuck-stops-13-stoptheyuck/
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Sarah | Scrumptiously Skinny says
I’ve been searching for a pecan pie without karo syrup for what feels like FOREVER! My husband loves pecan pie, so thank you! 🙂
Miz Helen says
Happy Saturday Sherri,
This is a fantastic Pecan Pie, and of course we love Pecan Pie in this party of the country. Hope you have a great weekend and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Stephanie says
I’m with you on your love for pecan pie! This one looks amazing! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week
Tricia says
I LOVE pecan pie! Publix makes one at holiday time that is almost worth all the junk that must be in it. It is chocolate pecan pie. Do you think you can add cocoa powder to this recipe? If so, what would you alter? Thank you so much for this; I can’t wait to try it!
Rach D says
This looks AMAZING! Pecan pies are one of my fav treats…now I have something that I can make that is not harmful to my family & I 🙂
First time visiting your blog from the link up, Rachael @ http://www.parentingandhomeschoolinginfaith.com
Jennifer says
I love this recipe for clean eating pecan pie (my mom and brother love it) and will be making it for Fourth of July. I would love if you would share a post on my meet up Monday Blog Party. I am doing a Fourth of July cupcake tutorial on Tuesday and I know your post will be an awesome addition! Here is where you can add your post on Monday! http://lifewithjennifer.wordpress.com/
Ashley @ PioneerMomma.com says
I am SO trying this! Pecan pie is one of my favorites but we don’t eat it often, because it’s not usually the greatest for you. This looks like an excellent version to try, that we may be able to have for more than just the holidays! Thanks for sharing your recipe, it will be featured in tonight’s What’d You Do This Weekend. Pinned 🙂
Bill @thewoksoflife says
Interesting Pecan Pie version and now on my list to try this one!
Swathi says
Delicious, who can say gluten free doesn’t taste good. great recipe, thanks for sharing with Hearth and Soul blog hop.
Nici says
This looks delicious! I’m a big fan of pecan pie too. Can’t wait to try this recipe. Thanks for linking up to my Creative Ways Link Party! Hope to see you again this week.
Blessings,
Nici
Robyn says
I haven’t had pecan pie in so long for obvious reasons but this looks like a healthy winner! Thanks so much for a great recipe.
Visiting from The Yuck Stops Here. Have a great day.
Natasha in Oz says
Wow, your pie looks amazing! Thanks for sharing it at the Say G’Day Saturday linky party! I’ve pinned it and given your post a +1!
Best wishes and happy 4th of July!
Natasha in Oz
Amy @ItsAMindfulLife says
I am really excited to try this recipe out! Thanks for sharing it!!!