Description
This Healthy Pumpkin Pie recipe offers a nutritious twist on a classic dessert, using natural sweeteners like maple syrup and coconut sugar for a deliciously rich and flavorful pumpkin filling baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a comforting, wholesome treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Filling
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 3 eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pie evenly.
- Prepare Pumpkin Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Place the unbaked pie crust on a baking sheet or pie pan to catch any drips, then pour the pumpkin filling evenly into the crust.
- Bake the Pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are firm and slightly golden.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature for about 2 to 3 hours, ensuring the filling sets properly before slicing.
- Serve: Optionally, top slices with whipped cream just before serving, or refrigerate the pie until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid added sugars and spices.
- Allow the pie to cool completely to ensure clean slices and proper set of filling.
- Maple syrup and coconut sugar provide natural sweetness and a rich depth of flavor, but you can adjust sweetness to taste.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond milk or another non-dairy alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
