Description
This easy crustless pumpkin pie is creamy, naturally gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. A healthier alternative to traditional pumpkin pie, it uses gelatin or low-carb flours for structure without the need for a crust.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free/paleo)
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 1/4 cup Besti Brown Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tsp unflavored gelatin powder (or 1 1/2 tbsp coconut flour or arrowroot powder for vegetarian)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (163°C). Grease a pie pan with neutral cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer at medium-low speed to beat together the pumpkin, cream, eggs, Besti Powdered, Besti Brown, pumpkin pie spice, sea salt, and vanilla (if using) until smooth. Do not overmix.
- Sprinkle the gelatin powder (or coconut flour/arrowroot powder) evenly over the batter. Immediately beat again until uniform. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie pan and tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, until the pie is almost set but still slightly jiggly in the center. The internal temperature should reach 165-170°F (74-77°C).
- Cool the pie completely on the counter, uncovered, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free or paleo version.
- For a vegetarian version, replace gelatin with coconut flour or arrowroot powder.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain the pie’s smooth texture.
- Cooling and chilling are crucial for proper texture and setting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 82mg
