With all the hard work involved in preparing Thanksgiving dinner, I figure we could all use more dessert recipes that don’t require an oven, especially if you’re still celebrating the holiday festivities. I have to say that I do love cooking but I also love the simplicity and when it comes to the holidays, the simpler the better. All you need to prepare this raw pecan pie is a food processor!
Raw Vegan Pecan Pie
This recipe takes an American classic and gives it a raw, vegan, and gluten-free spin, using fresh pecans, gooey dates, savory coconut oil, plus the sweet spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. This Raw Pecan Pie is easy to make, guilt-free, and rich in flavor. A deceptively delicious dessert that anyone will enjoy. Make it for your friends and/or family this holiday year!
Raw Pecan Pie
This raw vegan pecan pie is both easy to make and rich in flavor. Perfect for the holiday feasting.
- Prep Time: 15 min.
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 min.
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup almond
- 1/2 cup pecan
- 6–8 dates
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Filling
- 1 1/2 cup pecans
- 1 1/2 cup dates (soaked)
- 1/4 cup date water
- 4 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- pinch of salt
Instructions
Crust
- In a high-speed blender combine almonds, pecans, dates, shredded coconut, and cinnamon.
- Blend ingredients until you reach a dough-like consistency.
- Mold dough into pie dish and place in the fridge for filling.
Filling
- In your high-speed blender combine 1/2 cup pecans, dates, water, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon & nutmeg seasoning.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- With a spoon mix in another 1/2 cup crushed pecans.
- Pour mix into pie dish and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup pecan on top.
- Place in fridge for 2 hours to set. Enjoy at room temperature!
Notes
Double the recipe if using a 9 inch pie crush. Serves 12
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 662
- Sugar: 51
- Sodium: 36
- Fat: 46
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 31
- Carbohydrates: 65
- Fiber: 11
- Protein: 9
I hope you give this recipe a try and if you do let us know what you think! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to take a picture and tag me on Instagram @LiveSimplyNatural! Stay tuned for more healthy recipes :)
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Health Benefits
Pecans have been known to reduce the risk of high cholesterol levels, hypertension, diabetes, gallstone disease, and cancer. They have high antioxidant properties and help in weight management. They are rich in fats but also contain protein and fiber which may make one feel full for a longer duration and thus helps in lowering the intake of other high-calorie foods. They are also beneficial in maintaining blood sugar levels, especially for those suffering from diabetes. Pecans are rich in magnesium which has been known for its anti-inflammatory benefits and shown to help lower blood pressure. Pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals – including vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, several B vitamins, and zinc.
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