Keto Pecan Pie – Low Carb / Paleo

This Keto Pecan Pie is a delicious sugar free low carb pecan pie with all the texture and flavors of a classic pecan pie. Perfect for your Thanksgiving holiday table and Christmas potluck parties. It’s easy to make and is also gluten free and paleo-friendly.

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Updated October 2019

No holiday dessert table would be complete without a slice of pecan pie. Just as popular as pumpkin pie (if not more depending on who you ask), it’s another classic favorite!

This Keto Pecan Pie is easy to make and has all the flavors of a classic Pecan Pie without the sugary corn syrup. Instead, you’re going to use brown butter and a low carb golden sugar sweetener to get that signature caramel flavor in the filling. It’s made with gluten free, grain free, sugar free and paleo friendly ingredients and perfect if you need a diabetic-friendly dessert or following a low carb keto diet.

WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED TO MAKE KETO PECAN PIE?

KETO PIE CRUST:

The gluten free pie crust is the same one as the Keto Pumpkin Pie and is made with a blend of superfine blanched almond flour and coconut flour, which I find create a nice and light texture.

For a flaky yet buttery crust, we use a blend of grass-fed butter (use butter-flavored ghee for true Paleo) and coconut oil while the egg help to bind it together.

I also like to add a pinch of salt along with powdered monkfruit for some flavor and sweetness. Leave out the sweetener if you plan on using the crust for savory pies.

Once your pie dough is ready to go, drape it over a 9″ pie plate, flute the crust and pierce the crust using a fork.

Next, you’re going to place the pie pan in the freezer for about 15 minutes. Once the crust has had a chance to chill out, you’re going to blind bake the crust for 15 minutes at 325 F before adding the gooey pecan pie filling.

WHAT IS IN A PECAN PIE FILLING:

To get that deliciously rich and nutty caramel low carb pecan pie filling, we’re going to use a combination of:

• grass-fed butter
• Lakanto golden monkfruit sweetener – our preferred low carb sweetener for this pecan pie recipe but you can also use Swerve or erythritol if you prefer
• creamy unsalted almond butter
• coconut milk
• vanilla extract
• salt
• eggs

HOW DO YOU BROWN BUTTER?

Brown butter is one of those magical secret ingredients that can enhance the flavor of just about anything. It has a rich nutty taste and the aroma is out of this world. Plus, it’s really easy to make.

1. Start by melting butter in a heavy duty pot over medium heat. Swirl the pot occasionally to prevent burning.
2. The butter will begin to foam and the color will go from lemony-yellow to golden-tan to, finally, a toasty-brown. Once you smell that nutty aroma, take the pan off the heat and transfer the browned butter into a heat-proof bowl to cool.

Once you’ve browned the butter and allowed it to cool down. We’re going to add the rest of the low carb pecan pie filling ingredients.

You want to make sure the caramel filling is cool enough to not scramble the egg but not completely cool that it will start to solidify.

You’ll whisk in the golden monk fruit sweetener, followed by the full fat canned coconut milk, almond butter, vanilla extract and sea salt.

When the sauce is cool enough, beat in the eggs until smooth then stir in the chopped pecans.

Transfer the filling to the par-baked crust.

Top with pecans in desired pattern then bake in preheated oven at 325 F for 40-50 minutes or until the filling has set.

You can cover the crust with aluminum foil to prevent the crust from browning too much.

This dairy free pecan pie filling bakes up nice, gooey and rich with a balanced sweetness.

This sugar free pecan pie recipe makes the perfect dessert to celebrate the festive season.

With all the holiday parties happening now, it’s nice to have a gluten free and dairy free pecan pie for those family and friends with special dietary concerns. Keto Pecan Pie makes a healthier treat that tastes decadently rich but not ridiculously sweet and is diabetic friendly as well.

TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST KETO PECAN PIE:

• have all your ingredients ready to go when browning the butter – do not leave unattended
• allow the brown butter sauce to cool down slightly before adding the eggs
• allow the pie to cool down before cutting

CAN YOU MAKE KETO PECAN PIE AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, low carb pecan pie is the perfect make ahead dessert. You can make the crust in advance and freeze it in the pie plate for when you’re ready to bake. You can also make the filling a day or two ahead and store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Once you’re ready to assemble, you can reheat the filling over low heat and then pour it into the pre-baked keto pie crust.

CAN YOU FREEZE LOW CARB PECAN PIE?

Yes, I always make my sugar free pecan pies ahead of time and freeze them. Simply wrap with foil or plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months.

When you’re ready to reheat, remove from freezer and thaw in the fridge overnight.

More low carb recipes you might like:

Pumpkin Bread

Paleo Pumpkin Muffins

Brownies

Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Keto Pecan Pie

Prep Time

20 mins

Cook Time

40 mins

Total Time

1 hr

 

Keto Pecan Pie - the perfect sugar free low carb dessert for Thanksgiving. Best of all, this healthier pecan pie has all the texture and flavors of the delicious classic pie. Gluten free, paleo & easy to make.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: keto pecan pie, low carb, pecan pie, pecans, pie, thanksgiving dessert

Servings: 14 slices

Calories: 425 kcal

Author: Kelly

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST:

• 1 3/4 cups super fine blanched almond flour , plus more as needed
• 3 tablespoons coconut flour
• 2 teaspoons powdered monk fruit sweetener
• 1/2 tsp fine grain sea salt
• 1/3 cup cold grass-fed butter (can sub with ghee for strict Paleo)
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 large egg

FOR THE FILLING:

• 1 cup unsalted grass-fed butter
• 1 cup golden monk fruit sweetener
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 1 cup full fat canned coconut milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 3 large eggs , at room temperature
• 2 cups roughly chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup half pecans for the topping

Instructions

For the crust

1. Combine the almond flour, coconut flour, powdered monk fruit, salt, butter and coconut oil in a food processor and pulse / process until large pea sized crumbs appear. Add the egg, then pulse again, until dough forms and comes together. Add more almond flour (1-2 tablespoons at a time) as needed, if dough seems too wet.
   
2. Gather the dough into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill dough ball in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 days.
3. Once the dough is ready, roll between two sheets of parchment paper into a large circle big enough to cover a regular 9-inch pie dish.
4. Lay over the pie dish and press into the bottom and the sides of the pan. Trim & flute edges and use any leftovers for cutting out festive shapes, if desired. Carefully pierce holes in the surface using a fork to prevent bubbling and place the pan in the freezer while you preheat the oven and you're ready to prepare the filling.

Make the Filling:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Remove the pie pan from the refrigerator and par-bake the crust for 15 minutes or until very light golden brown around the edges. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Brown Butter - have all the ingredients ready to go as the butter can burn very quickly

1. Heat butter in a large heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly. Once the butter starts boiling, continue whisking until you see brown bits starting to form at the bottom of pan as you are whisking. Remove the pan immediately from the heat and turn heat off. Whisk in the golden monk fruit sweetener until combined. Add almond butter, coconut milk, sea salt and vanilla and whisk until smooth.
   

2. Allow the sauce to cool slightly. Once cool, slowly whisk in the eggs until combined.

3. Stir in the chopped pecans and pour into the par-baked crust.

4. Arrange pecan halves on top to design of your liking.
   
5. Cover the crust edges with a pie shield or aluminum foil to prevent burning. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until center is nearly set (still a bit jiggly) and crust is deep golden brown.
6. Allow to cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour before slicing. If making ahead, wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Recipe Notes

• The edges of the pie crust will be slightly darker than a traditional pie crust from the almond and coconut flour
• Keep your eyes closely watching while browning butter and have all your ingredients for the filling ready to go since the browned butter can burn quickly

Nutrition Facts

Keto Pecan Pie

Amount Per Serving (1 slice)

Calories 425 Calories from Fat 414

% Daily Value*

Fat 46g71%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 8g16%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.