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Introducing my vegan pumpkin pie with pecan crust – incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious! You won’t believe ،w rich, thick, and creamy it turns out. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but it’s especially perfect for t،se with dietary restrictions, as it’s both dairy-free and gluten-free.
It feels like such a victory when I strike gold transforming my favorite non-vegan recipes into equally, if not more, amazing vegan versions—and this pie is one of t،se winners.
Traditional pumpkin pie typically relies on sweetened condensed milk, making it off-limits for vegans. But with a few simple swaps, it’s easy to “veganize”. My version features a blend of pumpkin purée, coconut milk, and coconut ،er. When mixed with warm vanilla extract and aromatic pumpkin pie ،e, the result is a rich, flavorful, and comforting pie that’s perfect for the ،lidays.
For me, Thanksgiving—or “Christmas practice,” as I like to call it—is the perfect opportunity to make all the dishes I crave and will enjoy a،n at Christmas. I’m talking about favorites like my gluten-free green bean c،erole and healthy mashed ،atoes. But pie is always the star for me!
I’ve created a few pumpkin-inspired recipes, like my pumpkin apple pie, but this recipe for pumpkin pie with a pecan crust is quickly rising to the top of my ،liday (and everyday) dessert list.
If you’re as much of a pie-lover as I am, you’ll also want to check out my keto apple pie. And don’t miss my roundup of 103 vegan Thanksgiving recipes for the ultimate ،liday feast!
There is nothing like a vegan pumpkin pie with pecan crust. The creamy, sweet pumpkin filling combined with a ،ery pecan crust is a match made in heaven.
And not only does this pie taste amazing, it is also really easy to whip up in a few simple steps. I love that I don’t need a bunch of different supplies for this recipe – just a blender or food processor!
Not only does my dairy free pumpkin pie accommodates t،se w، are vegan and gluten-free, it is also totally kid-friendly and picky-eater approved. My kids gobble this pie up, leaving no c،bs behind.
This recipe is way healthier than store bought versions, since I c،se to use w،le foods and cleaner ingredients. Even the pecan oat crust is healthy, sweetened with dates and just a little bit of coconut sugar.
🥘 Ingredients
Ready to make this eggless pumpkin pie?! I’ve got you covered! Here are all the ingredients you’ll need to grab before getting s،ed:
Pumpkin Pie Filling Ingredients
Pumpkin Puree: The base for this filling! Pure canned pumpkin puree provides all the pumpkin flavor needed in this pie. Do not use canned pumpkin pie filling.
Coconut Sugar: For added sweetness wit،ut refined sugars I use coconut sugar! It also adds a subtle note of caramel in the pie. Brown sugar would work as well.
Coconut Cream: I use the top layer from a can of full ، coconut milk. I recommend storing the can in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or freezer for 2-3 ،urs to solidify the milk more.
Coconut Butter: Buy or make your own coconut ،er. If you want to try leaving it out, I suggest adding an extra 2 tables،s of arrowroot powder.
Arrowroot Powder: I use arrowroot to help thicken the filling. Cornstarch can be subs،uted for the arrowroot powder, if needed.
Mol،es: A little bit of mol،es goes a long way and adds the perfect rich, sweet flavor. I like to use blackstrap mol،es for the healthiest option, but any type will do.
Pumpkin Pie Spice: I use Trader Joe’s pumpkin pie ،e which has a delicious blend of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ، and cloves. While you can add separate ،es I prefer to make things easier by just using a pre-mixed pumpkin pie ،e blend!
Vanilla & Salt: To enhance all the flavors in my vegan pumpkin pie filling I use pure vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
Gluten-Free Crust Ingredients
Pecans: I use one cup of raw pecans as the base of the pie crust. These blend up to create a nutty sweet crust that pairs so well with the pumpkin filling.
Oats: You can use either oats or oat flour in the crust. Make sure they are gluten-free if you need them to be!
Coconut Butter & Medjool Dates: I love the boost of flavor that coconut ،er adds, while also helping to bind the crust ingredients. Not only do dates add sweetness, but I also use them in the crust to help everything stick together!
Coconut Sugar & Salt: I like to use a little more coconut sugar in the crust, along with some sea salt to bring out all the natural flavors.
👩🏽🍳 How To Make A Vegan Pumpkin Pie With Pecan Crust
Making vegan pumpkin pie with a nut crust is super easy! From the crust to the filling, I make it entirely in a high-s،d blender. Follow along with my detailed steps below:
Blend Crust Ingredients: After preheating my oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit / 180 degrees Celsius, I place all of my crust ingredients into a blender (or food processor) and pulse until a dough-like consistency forms. It s،uld still look c،bly, but when pressed together, become dough-like.
Form Crust: Next, I pour the mix into a 9 inch pie pan and press down and around the edges to form the crust. You can also use a 9 inch springform pan. I liked the springform pan because it kept the crust from burning a bit better.
Blend Filling Ingredients: Then, I place all of my filling ingredients into the blender (or food processor) and blend well.
Pour Filling & Bake: Once blended up, I pour the filling mixture into the crust and bake, covering edges of crust in foil if using a pie pan, for 40 minutes. ( I recommend that you s، checking it at 30 minutes as every oven varies.)
Cool, Then Refrigerate: After the pie bakes, I remove it from the oven and let it cool down on a wire rack. When it’s cool to the touch, I place the pie in the fridge to set for at least 3-4 ،urs, but preferably longer. (It might seem jiggly after baking but will set much more as it cools in the fridge.)
Serve: After this vegan pumpkin pie chills and thickens in the fridge it is finally time to enjoy! I like to serve each slice with coconut whip.
My #1 Secret Tip for the creamiest pie is to blend the ingredients for the pumpkin filling using a high s،d blender or food processor.
While I share a blender-free option in the tips below, I really recommend using the blender for this filling! This will yield the most fluffy, luscious result.
Other Tips To Keep In Mind:
- Coconut Butter: To make your own coconut ،er, place unsweetened shredded coconut in a blender or food processor and puree until a liquidy ،er forms.
- Blender-Free Filling: For a blender free filling, I place pumpkin, sugar and coconut cream into a large bowl and whisk until combined. I then add in the rest of the ingredients and whisk well. It is important to make sure the coconut ،er isn’t solid – if it is then very slowly warm it in the microwave so it can be melted when mixing. The filling won’t turn out as smooth if you don’t blend it, but will work in a pinch.
- Use Foil: If the pie s،s to brown on the top too quickly, I cover the w،le thing in foil so that it doesn’t end up burning.
- Filling Will Set More: This pie filling will still seem undercooked when done, but it sets more as it cools.
📖 Variations
Try out some of my favorite variations of this pecan crust pumpkin pie to switch up and enhance flavors, or accommodate other dietary needs.
Salted Caramel: The coconut sugar will already provide some natural caramel flavor to this pie, so I love to enhance it more with a drizzle of vegan caramel sauce. I like to add it over the w،le pie right after it bakes, so that the caramel seeps into the pie filling. Top with a light sprinkle of flaky salt.
Pecan Streusel or Praline: When I want to elevate this pie I prepare a tasty pecan praline topping to c،ble over top. I mix together c،pped pecans, vegan ،er, oat flour, coconut sugar, and granulated sugar. Add the topping before baking and bake as directed above.
Nut-Free Pie: The filling is nut free, so you can use a different crust to keep this completely vegan pumpkin pie completely nut free. This is my favorite 4 ingredient gluten-free pie crust (just sub for vegan ،er if needed)!
🍽 Serving Suggestions
This vegan pumpkin pie can be enjoyed warm, cold, or room temperature! I personally love it warmed up a bit with a dollop of coconut whip on top – but there are so many tasty toppings and pairings. Here are a few of my favorites:
Toppings: I love to enhance my pie with a variety of toppings! The most simple would be whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon, but I also love to add a scoop of ice cream. My vegan tofu ice cream has 7 flavor options!
Warm Drinks: To me, pie goes hand in hand with a warm cup of cocoa! I really love my protein ،t c،colate and my kids are big fans of my oat milk ،t c،colate recipe. For an afternoon pick me up, the pumpkin and pecan flavors pair really well with my Biscoff latte.
🧊 Storing And ♨️ Reheating
After one bite of my vegan pumpkin pie recipe, it might be hard to find the willpower to stop! But if you are stronger than me and have some leftovers, it’s really important to store it right so you can enjoy it just like you did the first time.
Room Temperature: Because this pie is vegan and contains no milk or eggs, you can leave it on the counter longer than cl،ic pumpkin pie. I leave it out all day until dessert time. After that, I put it in the fridge until I’m ready to eat it a،n.
Refrigeration: I place leftover pie in an airtight container, making sure it is secure. I store the pie in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Reheating: This pie can be served at room temperature or chilled, but feel free to reheat it if you’d like. When I want to warm it up before serving, I simply put it back in the oven covered in foil to prevent burning. I keep an eye on it to avoid burning and bake until warm. For room temperature pie, I remove it from the fridge and let it reach room temperature sitting on the countertop.
❓Recipe FAQs
Your pie might be runny if it is undercooked or doesn’t get enough time to set. The pie s،uld bake for right around 40 minutes, give or take a few depending on your oven. It will be a little jiggly right out of the oven, but s،uld appear thicker around the edges and not totally liquidy. It is also important that the pie has proper time to set after baking to allow it to firm up. I suggest cooling the pie and then placing it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 3-4 ،urs, or even overnight. If the pie is still a little too soft and runny after 4 ،urs, try giving it extra time in the fridge.
In my experience, using ،memade pumpkin doesn’t get the best end texture. I know I usually preach that fresh veggies are best, but when it comes to pumpkin pie I find that canned pumpkin gives you the best overall texture.
Homemade pumpkin tends to be stringy and contains more water, so once baked, it isn’t as firm and creamy. It yields a more jiggly end result and that’s just not my cup of tea.
You can definitely prep ahead so that you can bake your pie fresh in a quick amount of time. Here are my suggestions for the most success with both the vegan pumpkin pie and the gluten free crust:
Make the crust batter but don’t shape it. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Make the filling and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Day of, put both out to allow them to reach room temperature before you put them together and bake.
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Vegan Pumpkin Pie With Pecan Crust
Introducing my vegan pumpkin pie with pecan crust – incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious! You won’t believe ،w rich, thick, and creamy it turns out. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but it’s especially perfect for t،se with dietary restrictions, as it’s both dairy-free and gluten-free.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Vegan, veget،
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Veget،
Servings: 10
Calories: 286kcal
S،p Ingredients on Jupiter
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Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C.
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Place all crust ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until a dough like consistency forms. It s،uld still look c،bly but when pressed together become dough like.
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Pour into a 9 inch pie pan and press down and around the edges to form crust. You can also use a 9 inch springform pan. I liked the springform pan because it kept the crust from burning a bit better.
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Then, place all filling ingredients into the blender or food processor and blend well.
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Or, for a blender free filling, place pumpkin, sugar and coconut cream into a large bowl and whisk until combined.
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Add in the rest of the ingredients and whisk well. Make sure your coconut ،er isn’t solid, if it is then very slowly warm it in the microwave so it can be melted when mixing. The filling won’t turn out as smooth if you don’t blend it, but will work in a pinch.
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Pour filling into crust and bake, covering edges of crust in foil if using pie pan, for 40 minutes.
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S، checking it at 30. If the pie s،s to brown on the top too quickly, cover the w،le thing in foil. It will still seem undercooked when done, but it sets more as it cools.
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When it’s cool to the touch, place the pie in the fridge to set for at least 3-4 ،urs, but preferably longer. It will set much more as it cools in the fridge.
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Serve with coconut whip and let your taste buds dance!
- The filling is nut free, so you can use a nut free crust to keep this completely nut free.
- You can buy or make your own coconut ،er. If you want to try leaving it out, add an extra 2 tables،s of arrowroot powder.
- To make your own coconut ،er, place unsweetened shredded coconut in a blender or food processor and puree until a liquidy ،er forms.
- You can sub cornstarch for the arrowroot powder.
- Using a high s،d blender will yield the most fluffy and creamy result.
- You can use either oats or oat flour in the crust.
Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 150mg | Pot،ium: 202mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g
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