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Almond Flour Pie Crust

Almond Flour Pie Crust

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie crust 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple, flavorful, and gluten-free almond flour pie crust recipe using plant-based butter and natural gelling agents that creates a tender, crumbly, and delicious base suitable for sweet or savory pies. Perfect for those seeking a clean-eating, customizable, and easy baking foundation.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup plant-based butter, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon pinch of sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out the almond flour and chilled plant-based butter. Have cold water ready to use for the dough.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, sea salt, and natural gelling agent. Stir well to evenly distribute the gelling agent.
  3. Cut in the Plant-Based Butter: Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cold plant-based butter into the dry mix until it resembles coarse crumbs, helping to create a flaky texture.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Slowly drizzle in cold water and maple syrup (natural) while gently mixing with a spatula or hands. Add just enough water to bring the dough together without making it sticky.
  5. Shape and Chill: Gather the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disk, then wrap in plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up the butter and allow the natural gelling agent to work.
  6. Roll Out and Bake: Place the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out to desired thickness. Transfer to a pie dish, trim edges, and prick the bottom with a fork. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until golden if pre-baking.

Notes

  • Keep ingredients cold for a flakier crust.
  • Do not overwork the dough to avoid a dense crust.
  • Chill dough before rolling to solidify butter and ease handling.
  • Use parchment paper when rolling to prevent sticking and facilitate transfer.
  • Blind bake crust when using wet fillings to ensure crispness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of crust)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: almond flour pie crust, gluten free pie crust, plant-based pie crust, nutty pie crust, flaky pie crust, sweet pie crust, savory pie crust

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