Sugar-Free Southern Bean Pie
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of a traditional Southern Bean Pie—with a sugar-free twist! This healthier take on a beloved classic features cooked navy beans and naturally sweet pitted dates, replacing refined sugar without compromising taste. Infused with warm spices like ground cinnamon and nutmeg, and enriched with unsalted butter, almond milk, and pure vanilla extract, the pie delivers a perfectly balanced sweetness and velvety texture. Nestled in a hearty whole-wheat crust, this guilt-free dessert is easy to prepare, with only 20 minutes of prep time and a wholesome bake in under an hour. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this Sugar-Free Southern Bean Pie is a deliciously satisfying treat everyone can enjoy. Perfect for a crowd, it yields eight slices and makes for a great addition to your healthy dessert repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cooked navy beans
- 1 cup Pitted dates
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Pre-made whole-wheat pie crust
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the cooked navy beans, pitted dates, unsweetened almond milk, and melted butter. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the blender. Blend again until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Place the whole-wheat pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan. Pour the bean mixture into the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This allows the filling to set further and develop its flavors.
Serve the pie at room temperature or slightly chilled. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 501 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 967 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.9 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.0 g | 186% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 691 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2998 mg | 64% | |
*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.
