Best 4 Ground Pecan Crust Low Carb Recipes
If you're looking for an alternative to traditional flour-based crusts, a ground pecan crust is a delicious and nutritious option, especially if you're following a low-carbohydrate diet. Made with a combination of ground pecans, butter, and a sweetener of your choice, this crust is not only gluten-free but also packed with healthy fats and fiber. Whether you're making a savory quiche or a sweet pie, this versatile crust will add a nutty flavor and a satisfying crunch to your dish. In this article, we'll provide you with a simple and easy-to-follow recipe for a ground pecan crust that is sure to become a staple in your low-carb baking repertoire. So, grab your ingredients and let's get started!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
GROUND PECAN CRUST (LOW CARB)
Good for cheesecake and pumpkin or Jello pudding pies, but not strong enough for a pie with runny/loose filling. Do NOT substitute margarine or oil for the butter. (learned this the hard way).
Provided by cookin from scratch
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Grind the pecans. Fine ground will help the crust hold together better, coarse gives you a crunchier crust.
- Add the Splenda to the ground nuts.
- Add the butter (softened or outright melted).
- Press mixture into a pie plate or springform pan.
- Bake for 5-10 minutes between 350 and 450, depending on how toasted you want it.
- You can also make this crust ahead of time.
PECAN NUT CRUST
This crust is especially good as a base for Eggnog Pie with Rum, but can be used with almost any custard pie.
Provided by Julie Pastore
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Crumb Crusts
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir together ground nuts, cinnamon, and sugar. Mix in melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch, deep-dish style, pie pan. Chill the unbaked crust in the refrigerator for about 30 to 45 minutes.
- Place pie crust on a cookie sheet, and position on the middle rack of a preheated 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. WATCH it carefully, as nut crusts burn easily; they DON'T have to turn black to taste burnt! Cool completely before filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
LOW CARB CHOCOLATE PECAN CRUST
Found this on LCF, a very friendly low carb site. Nice to use with all those LC cheesecake recipes. You can use this in a springform pan as well as the stated pie pan.
Provided by Nana Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 21m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350º F.
- Spray a 9-in pie plate (not glass!) with cooking spray.
- In food processor, process nuts until almost becomes a nut butter.
- It should be finely ground, like meal, but just starting to "cream" on the sides/bottom of the food processor.
- Add Splenda and cocoa, pulse until mixed in thoroughly.
- Melt butter.
- Transfer nut mixture to medium sized bowl, and drizzle with melted butter, tossing with a fork to coat.
- Press nut mixture onto sides and bottom.
- Bake at 350º F for 11 minutes (do not overcook as this will make the crust taste burnt!).
- Cool on wire rack for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 0.9, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.2
LOW-CARB PIE CRUST
This pie crust is low carb, keto, and tastes like pecan pie by itself. Fill with filling and bake or cool as needed.
Provided by Drew Johnson
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix pecans, butter, brown sugar substitute, vanilla extract, and cinnamon together. Press into the bottom and up the sides of an 8-inch pie pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 12 minutes. Do not let pecans brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right pecans. Use raw, unsalted pecans for the best flavor and texture.
- Grind the pecans finely. This will help the crust to hold together better.
- Use a food processor or blender to grind the pecans. This will make the process quick and easy.
- Press the crust firmly into the pan. This will help to prevent it from cracking or crumbling.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until it is golden brown. Keep an eye on the crust to prevent it from burning.
- Let the crust cool completely before filling it. This will help to prevent the filling from making the crust soggy.
Conclusion:
The ground pecan crust is a delicious and versatile low-carb option for pies, tarts, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its nutty flavor and crispy texture, the ground pecan crust is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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