Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe | Gluten Free & Low Carb
BEST Low Carb Pumpkin Pie Recipe – Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie with Real Pumpkin & Low Carb Pie Crust!
Sugar Free, Dairy Free & Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie with 4g Net Carbs per Slice
For a truly healthy pumpkin pie this holiday season, look no further than this vegan keto pumpkin pie recipe! Grain free, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free—and seriously the BEST low carb pumpkin pie recipe I’ve ever made.
Plus, it’s also a completely vegan pumpkin pie recipe, made with 100% plant-based ingredients. (Which makes it the best and only VEGAN KETO pumpkin pie I’ve evermade!)
The vegan pumpkin pie filling is made with coconut cream and no eggs, but it still turns out perfectly smooth, creamy, and indulgent—like a genuine custard filling should be. And, unlike many keto pumpkin recipes out there, I’ve made this gluten free sugar free pumpkin pie with REAL pumpkin puree so it’s authentically delicious!
That luscious filling gets baked into a gluten free low carb pumpkin pie crust made of almond flour, coconut oil, and a flax egg to keep it vegan. Not only does almond flour keep this recipe low in carbs and grain free, but it’s also comfortingly crisp and nutty. And, it actually doesn’t crumble when sliced!
With just 4g net carbs and 16g of fuel-filled fats per slice, this is a keto friendly pumpkin pie that’s actually keto friendly. Serve topped with a dollop of whipped coconut cream for the ultimate vegan keto pumpkin pie experience!
How to Make Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie that Tastes LEGIT
Looking at a traditional pumpkin pie recipe (or even a HEALTHY pumpkin pie recipe), it seems pretty impossible to craft an alternative that’s both vegan AND keto friendly… If you have to replace the butter, the eggs, all of that sugar, and even the carb-rich pumpkin—will it even be a pumpkin pie anymore??
I promise, it CAN be done. We just need to get a bit creative with our ingredients.
First, here are a few tips that I’ve learned along the way to help you make this vegan keto pumpkin pie with best results:
First, here are a few tips that I’ve learned along the way to help you make this vegan keto pumpkin pie with best results:
TIP #1 Bake this Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie at Least 1 Day Before you Plan to Serve!
This is a simple tip but a crucial one, which is why I want to emphasize it first. Many people plan to make a healthy pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving or on the day of a holiday gathering, but I’ve found that this vegan keto pie does best when baked 1 day ahead of time.
If you give your low carb pumpkin pie enough time to cool and fully set in the fridge overnight, you can serve up perfect slices to your guests. So be sure to plan ahead!
I recommend letting your pumpkin pie cool completely at room temperature first. Then, transfer to the fridge to set overnight—for about 10-12 hours.
Now, if you’re in a time crunch and can only refrigerate for a few hours, it may not be a problem at all! Just a friendly warning that rushing the cooling process may result in crumblier, less-perfect slices.
TIP #2 Prebake Gluten Free Low Carb Pumpkin Pie Crust & Allow to Cool
Many folks consider prebaking to be an unnecessary extra step, so of course feel free to skip if that’s how you roll. But, I personally think a quick prebake helps this vegan keto pumpkin pie crust to maintain its integrity!
I recommend pressing your gluten free low carb pie crust dough into your pie dish, covering with parchment, and then weighing it down with pie weights of some kind—dry beans or dry rice will work. Then, just pop in in the oven for about 12 minutes to prebake.
Afterwards, it’s important to let your grain free pie crust cool for at least 20-30 minutes before adding the vegan keto pumpkin pie filling.
Remember, we’re working with a gluten free low carb pie crust recipe, which doesn’t feature the typical baking ingredients used in a traditional pie crust. Being patient while it cools means you’re less likely to end up with a crumbly crust!
One last tip: about 15 minutes before your low carb pumpkin pie is done baking, you may want to cover the edges of the crust with foil, or a silicone pie crust shield. This will prevent it from browning too much or burning while the pie finishes baking!
TIP #3 Use Full-Fat Coconut Cream or Coconut Milk for Vegan Pumpkin Pie Filling
Traditionally, pumpkin pie features a custard-like filling made with fat-rich ingredients like eggs, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, cornstarch, etc.
Obviously, for a vegan pumpkin pie recipe, all of these ingredients are a no-go. And, although many of those fats would be welcome in strictly keto pumpkin pie recipe, the combination of sugars and starches in a classic pumpkin pie filling would send the carb count through the roof…
So, how to replace the classic fat sources with plant-based alternatives, while also not relying on those carb-heavy starches? For a fat-rich but totally dairy free pumpkin pie recipe, I went with full-fat coconut cream instead!
You could also use full-fat coconut milk (though I personally recommend coconut cream, if you can find it)—just don’t use a “light” a.k.a. low-fat coconut milk. For a truly keto pumpkin pie and to get that indulgent, custard-like texture, FULL-FAT coconut cream or coconut milk is a must. You want and need those nutritious fats!
As for the starches…
TIP #4 Don’t Skip the Glucomannan Powder!
I’d never even heard of glucomannan powder until I made this low carb vegan pumpkin pie for the first time, but it’s actually a pretty awesome ingredient. If you’re on a ketogenic diet, or especially if you’re into vegan keto desserts and homemade baked goods, it’s worth adding to your pantry!
Basically, glucomannan powder is a dietary fiber made from the root of the konjac plant, and it becomes thick and viscous when combined with liquid. It’s a great substitute for cornstarch in this vegan keto pumpkin pie because it’s rich in fiber and you can use far less of it, so it doesn’t add as many carbs to the recipe!
Now, you could substitute for the 2 tsp of glucomannan with ¼ cup of cornstarch if you’d prefer. But, just know that amount of cornstarch will add about 30g of total carbs to the recipe—not ideal for a keto friendly pumpkin pie that’s meant to be low in carbs.
On the other hand, 2 tsp of glucomannan only adds around 8g of total carbs to your low carb pumpkin pie overall, which is less than 1g per slice. Plus, those 2 tsp of glucomannan also contain 8g of dietary fiber, so 0g net carbs!
How to Make Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie Crust with Almond Flour
First things first, I start by making my low carb pie crust to hold the keto pumpkin pie filling.
A homemade pie crust is really essential for this vegan keto pumpkin pie because you’ll be hard-pressed to find a premade crust that’s both vegan and low carb. So, to vegan-ize (and health-ify) a traditional pie crust, I had to swap out the butter, shortening, and/or eggs for cleaner, plant-based fat alternatives.
First, start by making a flax egg—combine 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed with ¼ cup water—as a vegan egg alternative. Mix to combine and let that sit for about 10 minutes to thicken.
Once it’s ready, add your flax egg to a food processor along with the remaining gluten free low carb crust ingredients: almond flour, coconut oil, a bit of salt, and optional granulated sweetener (like erythritol).Pulse to combine, until you’ve got a sticky dough that holds together when pressed.
Coconut oil is a great plant-based fat substitute for butter, rich in saturated fat and also a solid at room temperature. And, since grain based flours aren’t ideal for a keto friendly pumpkin pie recipe, almond flour is the perfect grain free substitute! Low in carbs, rich in dietary fat, and with plenty of fiber to keep the overall net carbs low.
Prebake Low Carb Gluten Free Pie Crust & Allow to Cool
Once the gluten free pie crust dough is sticky, press it into a 9-inch pie plate, crimping the edges with a fork if desired. Also, poke some holes into the bottom of your vegan keto pie crust to prevent it from bubbling in the oven!
Finally, cover the pie crust with a piece of parchment weighed down with pie weights and prebake at 350°F (180°C) for about 12 minutes, until it’s just lightly cooked and golden.
Finally, once your prebaked low carb pie crust is done in the oven, set it aside and allow to cool for at least 20-30 minutes. This is important to avoid a crumbly crust!
While it cools, turn the oven temperature down to 325°F (160°C) and make your sugar free dairy free pumpkin pie filling.
How to Make Vegan Pumpkin Pie Filling with No Eggs, No Dairy, No Sugar
Making the vegan pumpkin pie filling is definitely the easiest step of all. Simply add all of your filling ingredients into a food processor and blend until well-combined! Then, let it sit for about 10 minutes to give the glucomannan time to thicken.
Again, you can—and should—absolutely make this keto pumpkin pie with real pumpkin puree and it will still be keto friendly. (See nutritional stats at the bottom of the recipe). But, I do also recommend using coconut cream or FULL-FAT coconut milk—not “light”—to get that luscious, custard-like texture and those nutritious fats.
Once your low carb pumpkin pie filling has thickened a bit, pour it into your cooled gluten free pie crust and spread into an even layer. Give the dish a few firm taps to release any air bubbles, and it’s ready to bake!
Cook Time & How to Tell When a Pumpkin Pie is Done Baking
Pop your vegan keto pumpkin pie into the oven at 325°F (160°C) for about an hour.
You may want to check on it after 40-45 minutes to see how it’s doing. If the crust is browning too much or looking like it’s starting to burn, cover the edges with foil or a silicone pie crust protector.
As for how to tell when a pumpkin pie is done baking, you want the filling to be set—as in not too soft or liquid-y—but still slightly jiggly in the center. But, you do NOT want it to be puffing up like a soufflé—that means it’s overbaked!
Once it’s done, pull your gluten free sugar free pumpkin pie out of the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. If you transfer it to the fridge before it’s completely cooled, it may affect the texture of your pie and crust.
And again, once it’s cooled, I recommend refrigerating your vegan keto pumpkin pie overnight before you slice it and serve it. At minimum, refrigerate it for a few hours before serving, but overnight is best! Giving it some solid hours in the fridge will ensure you serve up the BEST low carb pumpkin pie recipe possible.
Serve topped with whipped coconut cream and devour!
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Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Keto Pumpkin Pie Crust
- 1 flax egg, 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed + ¼ cup water
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2½ Tbsp coconut oil
- 1 Tbsp erythritol, optional, to taste
- ¼ tsp salt
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Filling
- 1 can, 15 oz pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup coconut cream, or full-fat coconut milk
- ⅔ cup erythritol
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp glucomannan powder
Optional Topping
- whipped coconut cream
Instructions
To make Low Carb Pumpkin Pie Crust & Prebake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a measuring cup, combine ground flaxseed and water to make flax egg. Mix and let sit for about 10 minutes, until goopy.
- When flax egg is ready, add all pie crust ingredients to food processor. Pulse to combine, until sticky in texture and dough sticks together when pressed. (Can also mix crust ingredients by hand, if preferred.)
- Press dough into a 9” pie plate, crimping edges if desired.
- To prebake crust, poke holes in the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Cover dish with a piece of parchment and add pie weights (or dry rice, or dry beans) on top, so parchment is flush with shape of pie crust.
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 12 minutes, until lightly cooked and golden.
- Remove prebaked crust from oven and cool for at least 20-30 minutes, or longer.
To make Vegan Pumpkin Pie Filling without Eggs:
- Turn oven temperature down to 325°F (160°C).
- Blend all filling ingredients together in a food processor until well-combined. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Pour filling onto cooled prebaked crust, spreading into an even layer. Tap dish to release any air bubbles.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for ~60 mins, until set but slightly jiggly in center. It should not be puffing up like a souffle or it is overbaked! If crust is browning too much, cover edges with foil or silicone pie crust protector.
- Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating. For best results, allow to sit in the fridge overnight before slicing and serving. (At minimum, refrigerate for a few hours before slicing.)
- Serve topped with coconut whipped cream and enjoy!
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
22 Comments on “Vegan Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe | Gluten Free & Low Carb”
Hi Alyssia, thanks for sharing your recipes with us. Could I freeze this pie? Thank you
Hi Leide, I apologize for my late reply to your question. Unfortunately we haven’t tested freezing this vegan keto pumpkin pie, and I suspect it might not freeze and thaw very well due to the coconut milk & coconut cream in the recipe. Of course you’re welcome to try it out yourself and see how it works!
Thanks so much for this recipe – it looks delicious, and I can’t wait to make it! Love finding vegan keto pudding recipes!
Could you please let me know if there is anything else that might work as a substitute for the coconut cream? I’m not a fan of coconut, and wondered if I might be able to use soya cream or perhaps yoghurt?
Thanks!
Hi Linda, we’re so glad you’re liking our vegan keto pumpkin pie recipe! It’s a fun & tasty one 🙂
We haven’t tested any substitutes for coconut cream in this recipe, but you’re welcome to experiment if you’d like. You’d want to use something with a high fat content, so you could try heavy cream or whole milk yogurt and see how that works. If the fat content of soy cream or soy yogurt is high enough, you could try that!
I can’t speak to whether or how it would work in the end, but I’d love to hear how it turns out if you decide to experiment 🙂
Turned out amazing! The hour was a little long maybe it was my new oven (did over bake a bit) but was still fabulous!!! Thank you so much for this recipe which is saving my life 🙂 Quick question, what constitutes one slice for the serving size? I couldn’t see how many slices this makes total from a 9 inch pie dish. I’m cutting about eight slices in mine
Hi Alessandra, thanks so much for trying this vegan keto pumpkin pie recipe! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed it 🙂 Every oven is a bit different, but it’s helpful to know that the hour was too long for you.
When we made this recipe in a 9-inch pie pan, we cut it into 12 smaller slices. (The yield is listed at the top of the recipe.) You’re welcome to cut larger slices to suit your taste! Just keep in mind the nutrition will change based on the number of slices you cut 🙂
Hey, Sheikh family, I just made a pumpkin pie, using the crust from this recipe to go with your 2015, non-vegan filling recipe! We ate it during our Thanksgiving feast, and my family loved it!
Hi there, that’s fantastic to hear! What a great idea to combine this crust with that 2015 pumpkin pie filling 🙂 Thanks for trying out the recipes, and we’re so glad that you and the whole family enjoyed!
Hello, Do I have to keep in fridge?
Hi Christina, yes this pie should be stored in the fridge! 🙂
silky-smooth filling! yum!
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I have so many readers who are allergic to eggs. This pie for you! Traditional pumpkin pie is simply a pumpkin custard thickened with eggs, then baked in a crust. This rich and creamy low carb Vegan Pumpkin Pie is thickened with fat, so no need for eggs.
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Thank you, Nadia!! This is exactly what I was thinking! I’ll give it a try 🙂
🙂 🙂 Would love to know how it turns out!
What would you suggest on temp and cook time for just baking the filling? Sensitive to almond flour over here!
Hmmm that’s a good question! Honestly I can’t be sure since we haven’t personally tried baking just the filling alone.
If you’re planning to bake the filling in a different pie crust (either a pre-made crust or homemade), I’d estimate that the bake time would be similar – about 60 minutes. If you’re planning to prepare the filling and simply bake it into a pie dish with no crust at all, I’d recommend starting with 40-45 minutes, then begin checking periodically to see when it’s set but still a bit jiggly in the center.
In either case (with a crust or crustless), the 60 minute bake time may still be the right amount of time – I’d just start with less time at first (40-45 mins) and then check on it to see how it’s doing! Hope this helps! 🙂
How much sugar can I use to substitute for the erythritol? I avoid dairy and gluten, but I’m not keto. Thanks!
Hi there! We haven’t tried this recipe with sugar personally so can’t say for certain how it would work out, but we’d recommend starting by substituting sugar at a 1:1 ratio for the erythritol. Then, give your filling a taste and see if it’s sweetened to your liking. Most often, sugar works great as a 1:1 substitute for erythritol! However, erythritol is only about 70% as sweet as sugar, so you may need to add a bit more sugar until it’s sweetened to your taste 🙂