Paleo Pecan Pie

This pecan pie is deliciously sweet and perfectly rich. You are seriously not going to believe this healthier Paleo Pecan Pie is made without corn syrup and processed sugars! My recipe is packed with all the rich, creamy, quintessential pecan pie flavors, without the bad-for-you ingredients. 

 

This Paleo Pecan Pie is simple to create. In fact, you can make everything from the crust to the filling in about 20 minutes. Not bad timing for a pie from scratch. Leave all the time-consuming holiday prepping for your turkey and sides!

This post is sponsored by Sincerely Nuts. All opinions are my own. Also, as an Amazon affiliate, I earn on qualifying purchases. As always, these opinions are my own and I will never recommend anything I wouldn’t use myself. You can find my disclosure here.

My favorite part about this Paleo Pecan Pie is the way the sugars caramelize on top. I mean look at this next picture. It is the PERFECT crisp layer to top your pie. So how do you achieve this perfect pie topping? Simply pour the filling OVER the pecans when adding them to the pan. The pecans will float to the top, covered in maple syrup and coconut sugar, allowing the sugars to crisp and give the pecans an extra level of sweetness. 

Cooking Tips:

  • The recipe for the pie crust is HERE!
  • Don’t worry about the pecans going into the pie before the filling. (See note above!) THE PECANS WILL FLOAT TO THE TOP! This will give the top of the pie that perfect crunch with caramelized sugar pecans.
  • After removing the pie from the oven it will still have a slight giggle. Totally normal. You want it to giggle, otherwise it will overcook. The pie will continue to set when you place it in the fridge. 
  • When it comes to serving the pie, run a knife under hot water to help slice the pecans through so they don’t crumble. 

My money saving tip for this recipe is get your pecans in bulk. I used Sincerely Nuts brand as you can purchase their products in bulk. However, if you're in a pinch, and need to get your nuts and can't wait for shipping, look in the bulk section at your local grocery store. I used to purchase my nuts pre-bagged in the baking isle. However, I later learned it is SO much cheaper to go to the bulk isle (usually by the bins with the candy) and bag it myself. It's so much cheaper this way guys! Buy bulk!

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If you are on the lookout for more Thanksgiving inspired recipes check out my Best Ever Cranberry Sauce!

As always, I’d love to hear how you enjoyed my Paleo Pecan Pie Recipe. So don’t forget to comeback and tell me what you think!

Paleo Pecan Pie

Deliciously sweet, perfectly rich pecan pie--you won't believe it's PALEO!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil or ghee
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup (heaping) pecans raw

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Create pie crust (using recipe link above). Roll out dough and place in pie pan.
  • Add all the ingredients except pecans into a large bowl.
  • Whisk ingredients together until combined.
  • Dump pecans on top of the pie crust.
  • Pour the filling on top of the pecans.
  • Lightly cover the pie with foil or parchment paper.
  • Place pie in the oven for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil or parchment paper. Continue cooking for another 20 minutes.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight to set.
  • Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

  • Don't worry about the pecans going into the pie before the filling! The pecans will float to the top. Pouring the filling on top of the pecans will coat them and the sugar will be able to caramelize on top of the pecans giving it the perfect crunch layer. 
  • After removing the pie from the oven it will still have a slight giggle. This is perfect, it will set over the next few hours in the fridge.
  • Cutting the pie will be easiest if you run a knife over hot water to help slice the pecans through without them crumbling!
Keyword pecan pie, pie, thanksgiving

Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies

We are b r o w n i e obsessed here! 🖤 I am excited to share with you my beloved Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies recipe! Can you see how FUDGEY they are on the inside?! Seriously, these are incredible. 

These brownies are so tasty, when I first made them my hubby couldn’t believe it was actually Paleo! He still requests them often. Finally, a real deal Paleo brownie exists! I can’t wait for you all to try them! (We may or may not have already made them twice this week… 😳)

My Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies are a Paleo MIRACLE! The warm, fudge-filled center and crisp edges make this the perfect chocolate treat!

Other than tasting freak’n amazing—the best part is how easy these are to make! It takes less than 30 minutes to create these brownies from start to finish. So run to the Kitchen, grab a mixing bowl, and get started! You’re going to LOVE these!

As an Amazon affiliate, I earn on qualifying purchases. As always, these opinions are my own and I will never recommend anything I wouldn’t use myself. You can find my disclosure here.

Cooking Tips:

  • My first trick is to melt the coconut oil and pour in into the batter before the honey. This way the measuring cup is coated and the honey will just slide out with little effort.
  • Second, the brownies will continue to cook for several minutes after taking them out of the oven. So don’t over cook them if you want a fudgey center!
  • Finally, I used Enjoy Life brand chocolate chips. They are the best dairy-free + soy free option I have found.

Almond flour can get to be pretty pricey when stocking a Paleo pantry. I recommend King Arthur Brand because it’s a couple dollars cheaper than Bob’s Red Mill while still keeping the integrity of the quality. You honestly WANT to keep it to the name brands in Paleo baking because the off brands may not be as finely processed and the recipe may not turn out. Its not worth it. 

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If you are on the lookout for more double chocolate inspired treats you can check out my Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe!

As always, I’d love to hear how you enjoyed this Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies recipe, so don’t forget to come back and let me know your thoughts! What is your fave chocolate treat?

Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies

Amy
My Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies are a Paleo MIRACLE! The fudgey center and crisp edges make this the perfect treat!
5 from 7 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups blanched almond flour
  • 2/3 cup tapioca flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup refined coconut oil melted
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine dry ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir.
  • Add in all the remaining ingredients (except chocolate chips and walnuts) into the bowl. Stir intermittently with an electric mixer.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts.
  • Pour batter into a lightly greased 8x8 pan.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Keyword Brownies, Dessert

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