Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Topping
A delicious and healthy vegan sweet potato pie topped with crunchy pecans. Made with sweet potatoes, maple syrup, and a gluten-free crust, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Dessert
- Servings: 8
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Tags: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dessert, Thanksgiving
Nutritional Values
This vegan and gluten-free sweet potato pie is rich in fiber and uses natural sweeteners like maple syrup. The use of oat milk and vegan butter keeps it plant-based while providing a comforting dessert option.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 12 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | 150 mg | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | -- | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 14 g | -- |
| Protein | 3 g | -- |
Ingredients
2 to 3 sweet potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; 75g vegan dough (chia egg mixed with 50g GF flour); 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar; 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon oat milk; 1 prebaked gluten-free pie crust, or 1 frozen store-bought (9-inch) gluten-free crust; 3 tablespoons vegan butter; 1 cup pecans, broken into pieces.
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash. 2. In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, chia egg mixture, 1/3 cup brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and oat milk. Mix until smooth. 3. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prebaked or store-bought gluten-free pie crust. 4. In a separate bowl, mix pecans, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and melted vegan butter. Sprinkle on top of the pie. 5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the filling is set. Let cool before serving.
External Recipes
- Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Topping (Health Score: 70)
Allergens
Tree Nuts
HealthScore: 70
A healthier version of a classic dessert, using vegan and gluten-free ingredients. The pie is rich in fiber and contains healthy fats from pecans.