{"id":17901,"date":"2009-11-01T14:53:42","date_gmt":"2009-11-01T14:53:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fxnutrition.com\/?p=164"},"modified":"2025-08-28T17:01:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T17:01:35","slug":"sugar-free-pecan-pie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fxnutrition.com\/blog\/sugar-free-pecan-pie","title":{"rendered":"A Holistic Nutritionist\u2019s Sugar-Free Pecan Pie with Gluten-Free Crust"},"content":{"rendered":"

For many years, my family focused on apple and pumpkin pies for our holiday feast. When my late husband and I eliminated highly processed sweeteners from our diet, it was difficult to think of pecan pie without its classical reliance on corn syrup. But over the years I found many alternatives to the sticky and processed sweetener, including the use of blended dates. This alternative is less sweet, equally as goopy, way more satisfying and nutrient-dense. Before I share my favorite pecan pie recipe, let\u2019s explore the benefits of pecans from a nutritional point of view.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>The health benefits of pecans<\/span><\/h2>\n

Pecans are high in monounsaturated fat and plant sterols, both of which support heart health. Pecans also have good stores of the fat soluble vitamins A, E, and K, as well as the B vitamins which can help mitigate stress and balance mood. I\u2019d say those benefits are especially welcome during the holidays, wouldn\u2019t you?!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In terms of minerals, pecans pack an impressive punch of manganese, as well as lesser amounts of zinc, magnesium, and iron. The bottom line is that pecans are endowed with enough vitamins and nutrients to make them worthy of guilt-free consumption. So I say, indulge in a nibble (or two!) while preparing the Refined Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Pecan Pie recipe that follows!<\/span><\/p>\n

A Holistic Nutritionist\u2019s Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Pecan Pie<\/span><\/h2>\n

Although I can\u2019t take credit for the creation of this recipe, it\u2019s become a personal family tradition that\u2019s too good not to share. The recipe comes from Holistic Nutritionist, Ani Phyo, taken directly from her book <\/span>Ani\u2019s Raw Food Kitchen<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Note: This recipe works equally well in a square or rectangular pan for bars. To take it a decadent step further, serve with some coconut cream.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/b> (all organic)<\/span>
<\/span>crust:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n