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Healthy Sweet Potato Pecan Pie (Gluten-Free Crust)

A delightful blend of sweet and nutty, this healthy sweet potato pecan pie is perfect for any occasion. With its gluten-free crust and nourishing ingredients, it's sure to be a hit with family and friends.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

For the Gluten-Free Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 4-5 tablespoons ice-cold water

For the Sweet Potato Filling:

  • 2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Pecan Topping:

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

For the Gluten-Free Crust:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the gluten-free flour and salt.
  • Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together.
  • Press the dough into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
  • Blind bake the crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 15 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until lightly golden.

For the Sweet Potato Filling:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup or honey, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  • Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust.

For the Pecan Topping:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, maple syrup or honey, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  • Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the sweet potato filling.
  • Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for about 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.