Vegan Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe

Pecans and dark chocolate are a match made in heaven for dessert lovers. Pecans, native to North America, offer a rich buttery flavor and are packed with heart-healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Dark chocolate, on the other hand, is a plant-based powerhouse of antioxidants and a luscious addition to any dessert. Together, they create an indulgent yet wholesome pie perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 190 g all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)

• 120 g coconut oil (solid, not melted)

• 2-4 tbsp (30-60 ml) cold water

• Pinch of salt

For the filling:

• 100 g pecans, roughly chopped

• 50 g whole pecans (for topping)

• 90 g dark chocolate chips (vegan)

• 240 ml maple syrup

• 120 ml almond milk (unsweetened)

• 50 g coconut sugar

• 2 tbsp (16 g) cornstarch

• 2 tbsp (30 ml) coconut oil, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust:

1. In a bowl, mix the flour and salt.

2. Add solid coconut oil and mix with a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

3. Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a dough forms.

4. Roll out the dough and press it into a greased 23 cm pie pan. Trim the edges and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

2. Preheat and blind-bake the crust:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)

2. Line the crust with parchment paper, fill with baking weights or dried beans, and bake for 10 minutes.

3. Remove the weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

3. Make the filling:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together almond milk, maple syrup, coconut sugar, cornstarch, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat. Cook until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).

2. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans and dark chocolate chips.

4. Assemble and bake the pie:

1. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust.

2. Arrange whole pecans on top for decoration.

3. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pecans are slightly toasted.

4. Let cool completely before serving to allow the filling to firm up.

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Nutritional Information (per slice, 1/8 of pie)

• Calories: 380

• Protein: 4 g

• Fat: 25 g (7 g saturated fat)

• Carbohydrates: 35 g

• Fiber: 3 g

• Sugar: 20 g

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just indulging in a well-deserved treat, this Vegan Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie is guaranteed to impress. Its rich flavors, wholesome ingredients, and simple preparation make it a dessert everyone will love, vegan or not. 🥧💚

Serve it with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream or enjoy it on its own—it’s pure perfection either way! Don’t forget to share your creations and let us know how it turned out. 🍫🌰

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