Need the perfect vegan dessert to serve at Thanksgiving? Our Vegan Pecan Pie promises the decadence of rich, roasted pecans enveloped in a lusciously creamy filling, without the overwhelming sweetness of traditional versions. At its base lies a golden, buttery crust, expertly crafted to offer an optional gluten-free version without compromising on flavor or texture. Every bite delivers a harmonious blend of nutty richness and subtle sweetness, making this pie the perfect end to any feast. Everyone in your home will love it and no one will mind that it's vegan!
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a contemporary twist, knowing you're choosing a vegan dessert that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether for a festive feast or a simple family gathering, this Vegan Pecan Pie ensures you don't have to choose between health and heavenly taste.
Vegan Pecan Pie Ingredients
Equipment You'll Need:
- Standard pie dish
- Two large mixing bowls
- Standard measuring cups & spoons
- Rolling pin (essential for the perfect crust)
- Essential utensils: spoon & whisk
Ingredients You'll Need:
For the Perfect Vegan Pie Crust (makes 2 crusts)
- ½ cup plant-based milk (choose between almond or oat)
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter or pure coconut oil
- 2 tablespoon organic maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups flour (options: regular all-purpose or gluten-free - for gluten-free, we like King Arthur Measure for Measure)
- 2 tablespoon vegan yogurt
For the Luscious Vegan Pecan Pie Filling:
- 1 cup finely crushed pecans
- ¼ cup pure ground flax seed
- ½ cup steaming hot water
- ½ cup chosen brown sugar (light or dark variant)
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Toppings:
- Vegan whipped cream (to taste)
- 1 cup whole pecans for decoration
How to Make The Best Vegan Pecan Pie
Crust Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Kickstart the process by crafting the vegan pie crust. Blend oat or almond milk, vegan butter, maple syrup, and baking powder in a mixing bowl. Gradually add flour, and when combined, infuse with vegan yogurt. Stir until the dough turns elastic and slightly sticky.
Rolling the Crust: Flour a surface and roll out half of the dough to approximately ¼ to ⅓ inch thick using a floured rolling pin. Fit this into your pie dish, sculpting wavy edges for an artisan touch. (Tip: Preserve remaining dough in the fridge for future culinary adventures.)
Filling: In a distinct bowl, merge crushed pecans, flaxseed, and hot water, letting it sit until it attains a thicker consistency. Stir in brown sugar, vegan butter, cinnamon, and vanilla, ensuring an even mix. Empty this into your awaiting pie crust.
Baking Steps: Bake for a quarter hour, then top with whole pecans before returning it to bake for another 15 minutes. Let the pie cool and set for a couple of hours. Slice and top with a dollop of vegan whipped cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend storing the pecan pie in a sealed container at room temperature for 3-5 days. Freeze for longer storage.
Yes! I actually prefer to make this vegan pecan pie the day before serving so it has plenty of time to rest and set and so that the flavors merge together.
Absolutely! Try this vegan pumpkin pie recipe from my blog!
Vegan Pecan Pie
Equipment
- standard pie dish
- two large mixing bowls
- measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- spoon and whisk
Ingredients
Vegan Pecan Pie Dough
- ½ cup plant-based milk regular milk will work if you're not vegan
- ¼ cup coconut oil or melted vegan butter regular butter will work if you're not vegan
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups regular or gluten-free all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon plain and unsweetened vegan yogurt regular yogurt will work if you're not vegan
Vegan Pecan Pie Filling
- 1 cup crushed pecans
- ¼ cup ground flax seed meal
- ½ cup hot water
- ½ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vegan Pecan Pie Toppings
- vegan whipped cream
- 1 cup whole pecans for decorating
Instructions
How To Make Vegan Pecan Pie
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare vegan pie crust first. Blend oat or almond milk, vegan butter, maple syrup, and baking powder in a mixing bowl. Gradually add flour, and when combined, infuse with vegan yogurt. Stir until the dough turns elastic and slightly sticky.
- Flour a surface and roll out half of the dough to approximately ¼ to ? inch thick using a floured rolling pin. Fit this into your pie dish, sculpting wavy edges for an artisan touch. (Tip: Preserve remaining dough in the fridge for future bakes ... like my pumpkin pie!)
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed pecans, flaxseed, and hot water, letting it sit until it attains a thicker consistency. Stir in brown sugar, vegan butter, cinnamon, and vanilla, ensuring an even mix. Empty this into your pie crust evenly.
- Bake for a 15 minutes, then top with whole pecans before returning it to bake for another 15 minutes. Let the pie cool and set for a couple of hours. Slice and top with a dollop of vegan whipped cream.
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