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Sugar Free Keto Pecan Pie

by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: November 22, 2022 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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Close up of half of the pecan pie

As a diabetic, this Sugar Free Keto Pecan Pie is one of my favorite pies. With only 3g net carbs per serving, this low carb pecan pie is a deliciously silky, sweet blend of eggs, butter and pecans held together in a flaky low carb pie crust recipe.

closeup of half of the pecan pie
Jump To:
  • Other low carb dessert recipes you might enjoy
  • 🥘 Ingredients to make the pecan pie low carb
  • 👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions
  • 👨🏻‍🍳 Substitutions and Variations
  • ♨️ Top tips and serving suggestions
  • 🥣 Equipment used to make
  • 💭 Frequently asked questions
  • 🍽 Other diabetic appetizer recipes you may like
  • Sugar Free Keto Pecan Pie

Fall is definitely pie season and I think the most popular pie of all is a Pecan Pie. So I set out to make a sugar free keto pecan pie recipe that everyone can enjoy around the table.

I was inspired to make this diabetic pecan pie recipe after making my Keto Butter Tarts as they used a lot of the same ingredients and realized they are almost the same thing, except for extra pecans and the size. Plus it is one of my favorite low carb recipes to make.

Other low carb dessert recipes you might enjoy

  • Keto Pecan Pralines
  • Chewy Ginger Molasses Keto Cookies
  • Low Carb Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
  • Sugar Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

🥘 Ingredients to make the pecan pie low carb

This gluten free and sugar free low carb pecan pie has a flaky crust made with almond flour, coconut flour, butter and eggs. The golden syrupy filling is made with brown sugar swerve, butter, eggs and a touch of xanthan gum. See full ingredients for the keto pecan pie in the recipe card down below.

  • Almond Flour: ground blanched almonds were used which gives it a slightly nutty flavour
  • Coconut Flour: giving a mild sweet taste to the crust
  • Brown Sugar Swerve: this low carb sweetener is made with erythritol and gives the filling a touch of caramel flavour that makes them ultra lux.
  • Butter: helps create the light flaky pastry that we want in these tarts
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: helps to strengthen the dough and make it more springy
  • Xanthan Gum: a great low carb stabilizer to prevent the ingredients from separating
  • Eggs: helps thicken ane emulsify the luscious filling

👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions

How to make a sugar free pecan pie?

I strongly suggest watching the instructional video to see the detailed steps to make this keto pecan pie.

STEP 1: Sugar Free Pie Crust

Mix the blanched almond flour with the butter and the cream cheese. You can use two forks to do this but a pastry blender would work as well. Using your hands roll it into a ball, place in plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for an hour.

cutting the butter into the flour

STEP 2: After removing the dough from the fridge roll it on parchment paper with a sprinkle of coconut flour, then place a parchment paper on top to help roll out the dough to about a 10" diameter.

dough on parchment sprinkling with flour

STEP 3: Place a 9" pie pan on top of the dough and flipped it with the parchment paper underneath so that the dough is on top of the pie plate.

Remove the parchment and then fold in and pinch the edges. Store the pie crust in the fridge until the filling is ready.

pinching the edges of the pie crust
  • STEP 4: Pie Filling
  • In a medium saucepan over low/medium heat mix together the brown sugar swerve and the butter until it's all melted together. Allow it to simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
  • Then remove it from the heat and whisk in the heavy whipping cream, vanilla and maple extract. Once the filling is cool to the touch, add the egg and sprinkle in the xanthan gum while vigorously whisking.
stirring the filling in a pot

STEP 5: Roughly chop the pecan halves (reserve about 20 for the top). Add the chopped pecans into the pie crust and then top with the filling.

Top with the remaining pecan halves and bake in a preheated oven at 350*F for 45-50 minutes. Remove from oven when the center is slightly jiggly but the rest is firm.

I like the pie crust nice and golden brown but if you prefer you can tinfoil the crust before baking.

cutting board with pecans and a pie crust with pecans in them

STEP 6: Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing into this keto friendly low carb pecan pie dessert.

Drizzle the top of the pie with this Low Carb Caramel Sauce recipe or use a low carb maple syrup.

pecan pie with a pumpkin ornament and yellow leaves

👨🏻‍🍳 Substitutions and Variations

There are so many things you can add to this keto pecan pie recipe to make it a little more special. I went with the classic sugar free pecan pie but here are some suggestions.

  • Chocolate Chips - add some sugar-free or low-carb chocolate chips to make a keto chocolate pecan pie
  • Coffee - give it a little kick with some espresso powder or instant coffee, it will enhance the flavors and give you a hint of coffee flavor
  • Nuts - if you're not a fan of pecans you can sub with walnuts for a sugar free walnut pie or make it with peanuts or cashews instead

See this Peanut Butter Cheesecake Pie for an easy no bake dessert.

♨️ Top tips and serving suggestions

Top Tip: once the keto pie is cooled the filling will crystallize a little bit. Simply microwave a slice for about 20 seconds to bring it back to a better consistency.

  • Serving: serve the low carb pecan pie warm. Enjoy it topped with a sugar free vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Storage: store the pie covered in plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 4 days
  • Freeze: if you want to freeze the pie you should wrap it in tin foil and then in a strong freezer bag and keep in the freezer for up to one month.

🥣 Equipment used to make

Having the right equipment is essential when baking but sometimes I like to make due with what I have. Here are some of the items I used to make this keto pecan pie.

  • I always have parchment paper on hand, for me, it is a must for baking.
  • Using silicone rubber spatulas always come in handy when baking, wooden spoons are a good substitute if it's just for mixing
  • Having a good strong whisk on helps to bring a lot of ingredients together
  • I couldn't have made this recipe without a heavy bottom saucepan
  • Making this sugar free pecan pie would not be possible without a pie plate
  • My rolling pin does not get enough use as sometimes. I often use a tumbler glass to roll out dough but in a recipe like this I prefer a rolling pin.

💭 Frequently asked questions

Is pecan pie unhealthy?

Traditional pecan pie is made with high fructose corn syrup which contributes to diabetes and inflammation. The good news is that this low carb dessert is made with low carb ingredients and is a much healthier option.

Should I prebake my pie crust for pecan pie?

Pre Baking is not necessary for this crust.

How many calories per serving for this sugar free pecan pie?

Each serving contains about 382 calories.

Is this pie diabetic friendly?

A serving of this pecan pie has about 7g of carbohydrates with 4g of fiber and 1g of sugar.

Therefore, this sugar free pecan pie would be considered diabetic friendly as there are no ingredients used that typically would spike blood sugars.

However, all foods affect people differently and you should always monitor your blood sugars after consuming to see how they affect you personally.

🍽 Other diabetic appetizer recipes you may like

  • Keto PF Changs Lettuce Wraps
  • Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
  • Air Fryer Butternut Squash
  • Low Carb Pizza Bowl
Slice of pecan pie on a plate with a fork next to pie plate
pecan pie photo from above

Sugar Free Keto Pecan Pie

Oscar
a sugar free and delicious silky, sweet blend of eggs, butter and loads of pecans held together in a flaky low carb crust.
5 from 41 votes
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Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 50 mins
Total Time : 1 hr
Course : Dessert
Cuisine : American
Diet : Diabetic, Gluten Free
Servings : 9 slices
Calories : 382

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust

  • ¾ cup almond flour
  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Pie Filling

  • ½ cup butter
  • ¾ cup swerve brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Maple Extract optional
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
  • 1.5 cups pecan halves
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Instructions
 

Pie Crust

  • In a large bowl combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt and xanthan gum
    ¾ cup almond flour, ½ cup coconut flour, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
  • add the butter and cream cheese and use a pastry blender or two forks to cut them into the flour mixture until small pellets form.
    ½ cup butter, 1 tablespoon cream cheese
  • using a rubber spatula add in the egg and apple cider vinegar and mix together until combined. Then use hands to knead the dough for about a minute and form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for an hour.
    1 large egg, 2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • after an hour place a parchment paper on the counter and sprinkle with coconut flour. Remove dough from fridge and place on the parchment, sprinkle more coconut flour on the dough and then top with another sheet of parchment. Roll out the dough until it is about a 10" diameter.
  • Once rolled out remove top parchment paper and place a 9" pie plate upside down onto the dough. Placing one hand underneath the parchment paper and on on the bottom of the pie plate, flip so that the dough is sitting on the pie plate. Gently remove the parchment, fold in and pinch the edges of the pie crust. Set aside in the fridge.

Pie Filling

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Im a medium saucepan on low/medium heat add the brown sugar swerve and butter. Continue to stir regularly until all is melted and dissolved. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes while continuing to stir.
    ½ cup butter, ¾ cup swerve brown sugar
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the heavy whipping cream, vanilla and maple extract.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, ¼ teaspoon Maple Extract
  • Once cool to the touch whisk in the egg and sprinkle in the xanthan gum a little at a time while continuing to whisk.
    1 large egg, ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
  • Roughly chop the pecans halves, reserving about 20 halves for the top of the pie.
    1.5 cups pecan halves
  • Remove pie crust from the fridge and transfer the chopped pecans to the crust, spread them out evenly. Top with the pie filling and then evenly place the 20 pecan halves facing up on top of the filling.
  • Bake in the oven at 350*F for 45-50 minutes. Once the pie is slightly jiggly in the centre but firm around it, the pie is ready. (you can place tinfoil around the crust if you want a more lighter crust)

Notes

Top Tip: once cooled for a while the filling will crystallize a little bit. Simply microwave a slice for about 20 seconds to bring it back to a better consistency.

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Nutritional Information

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 38g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g
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🌡️ Food safety

  • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more food guidelines

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  1. Katie

    September 27, 2021 at 3:50 am

    5 stars
    Wow, I can't wait to try this! Guilt free pecan pie!

    Katie xoxo

    Reply
    • Oscar Chimenti

      September 29, 2021 at 8:36 pm

      No guilt and all the love for this pie.

      Reply
  2. Aya

    September 25, 2021 at 6:42 am

    5 stars
    The crust was so good, and the filling was delicious! I loved the fact that it was sugar-free. I didn't feel any guilt indulging in this pie!

    Reply
    • Oscar Chimenti

      September 29, 2021 at 8:36 pm

      Yes, I try to make all my dessert recipes sugar free.

      Reply
  3. Rob

    September 24, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    5 stars
    Love pecan pie. Can't wait to try this one!

    Reply
  4. Amanda Dixon

    September 24, 2021 at 4:33 pm

    5 stars
    I'm so impressed with this recipe! You don't even miss the sugar. The filling was perfectly rich and satisfying, and the crust had that wonderfully flaky texture. Great recipe!

    Reply
    • Oscar Chimenti

      September 29, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      The crust is always my favourite part of the pie.

      Reply
  5. Freya

    September 24, 2021 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to give this a try at the weekend! Looks so delicious!

    Reply
  6. Kayla DiMaggio

    September 24, 2021 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    Loving this sugar free pecan pie! I have only ever had pecan pie that was made super sugary so it is so nice having a recipe that is lighter!

    Reply
  7. Linda

    September 24, 2021 at 1:04 am

    5 stars
    Can't wait to make more of this pie! So good and it's sugar-free

    Reply
  8. Jerika

    September 24, 2021 at 12:24 am

    5 stars
    I can't wait to try this Sugar Free Keto Pecan Pie!:) Looks so yummy! Thanks!:)

    Reply
  9. Jean

    September 24, 2021 at 12:00 am

    5 stars
    never made a pecan pie before, and this recipe looks good. will be trying this

    Reply
  10. Oscar Chimenti

    September 23, 2021 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    Truly one of the best pie recipes I have ever had.

    Reply

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