Nut-Free Southern Bean Pie
Discover the delightful charm of a **Nut-Free Southern Bean Pie**, a unique twist on the classic Southern dessert that’s rich, creamy, and brimming with warm spices. Made with wholesome navy beans, this pie showcases a velvety filling perfectly infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, all nestled in a flaky, nut-free pie crust. The combination of granulated sugar, brown sugar, and evaporated milk delivers a luscious sweetness, while vanilla extract adds a comforting depth of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this easy-to-make pie is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Serve it as-is or add a dollop of whipped cream for a truly indulgent finish. Whether you're seeking a new dessert or a nut-free option, this Southern-inspired bean pie is sure to please every palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Navy beans (cooked and drained)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.75 cup Evaporated milk
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Unbaked pie crust (9-inch, nut-free)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked navy beans, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and evaporated milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the blender. Blend again until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges if desired.
Pour the bean mixture evenly into the pie crust.
Place the pie dish on the middle rack of the preheated oven.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Serve as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.4 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.2 g | 271% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 1843 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 450.3 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 286.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 908 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1956 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
