With just four ingredients, this gluten-free pecan date pie crust is incredibly easy to make. Seriously! You'd have to try pretty hard to mess this one up. There's no rolling and no chilling. You simply blend everything into a perfect, press-in crust that tastes sweet, nutty, and so much more flavorful than regular crust.
Now you may be wondering why I made a gluten-free crust. A few years ago, I was diagnosed with a horrible case of eczema. As a result, I could no longer consume wheat without suffering an itch attack.
But there is no way I could give up pie. No way! As a wannabe homesteader, pie-making is one of those critical life skills you just have to master. What else are you going to do with all those homegrown fruits and berries?
So, I whipped up this easy pie dough, and you know what? I prefer this crust's sweet, nutty flavor to regular pie crust. Plus, this nut crust is not only gluten-free but also refined sugar-free, grain-free, packed with nutrients, and easy to digest. Give it a try, and I think you'll devour it too.
Gluten-Free Vegan Pie Crust Recipe
If you've ever struggled with a gluten-free pie crust that fell apart or tasted bland, this pecan date version is for you.
Crust Ingredients
2 cups pecans
5 Medjool dates, pitted
1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Step one:
Soak your pecans in water (ensure they are completely covered) with a tablespoon of salt overnight. Okay, okay, you don't have to do this, but if you are a health nut (pun intended) like me, you'll know that nuts contain substances like phytic acid that interfere with the body's ability to absorb nutrients. Soaking makes them both easier to digest and more nutritious.
In the morning, drain and rinse the pecans. Spread the nuts onto a baking pan and roast for several hours at 170°F until oh-so crispy and delicious. Now you may be tempted to skip this step, but don't! Roasting is what really elevates the flavor of this crust and makes it so special.
Step two:
Once the nuts are good and dry, get out the blender and mix them with the pitted dates and cinnamon to make a sticky dough.
Step three:
Melt the butter or coconut oil and add it to the mixture. Stir well.
Step four:
Spread the batter into your pie plate and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Voila!
PS. You can pair this gluten-free pie crust recipe with my favorite Vegan Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tofu Cheesecake.
Gluten-Free Pecan Date Pie Crust (Vegan)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare your pecans by soaking them in water (make sure they are completely covered) with a tablespoon of salt overnight.
- Okay, okay, you don't have to do this but if you are a health nut (pun intended) like me, you'll know that nuts contain substances like phytic acid that interfere with the body's ability to absorb nutrients. Soaking makes them both easier to digest and more nutritious.
- In the morning, drain and rinse the pecans. Spread the nuts onto a baking pan and roast for several hours at 170 F degrees until oh-so crispy and delicious. (You may be tempted to skip this step but don't. Roasting is what really elevates the flavor of this crust and makes it so special.)
- Once the nuts are good and dry, get out the blender and mix them with the pitted dates and cinnamon to make a sticky dough.
- Melt the vegan butter or coconut oil and add to the mixture. Stir well.
- Spread the batter into your pie plate and bake at 350 F for 20 minutes.
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