Paleo Pumpkin Pie Recipe (Gluten-Free, Clean Eating) (2024)

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I have a Paleo pumpkin pie recipe for you today that everyone will enjoy. When eating Paleo for the holidays it can be a little tricky but you don't have to worry now. I don't know about you, but I've found that eating Paleo during the holidays is HARD.

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It seems like everyone shoves anything in their mouths they want to without repercussions. If I were to eat just one bite of that type of food, I would feel horrible. Oh well. I figure it will all even out in the long run.

How? Well, if nothing else, there's a chance that when they are old and decrepit and can barely move, I'll be old with plenty of energy and feeling just peachy. It's possible. I really know it is. I really believe the Paleo diet is so good for our bodies in the long run (well, and the short-run too).

But back to the holidays. What to do about desserts. So someone asks you to bring pumpkin pie to a party. What do you do? Bring a pie you can't eat or bring a pie, like this that you can eat?

So hard to decide. I think it totally depends on the party. I usually end up making or buying what I'm asked and then bring along a few things I know I will be able to eat and that some other health-minded people will try.

That's how this pie came to be. I actually bought regular pies from a local bakery, because I didn't want to spend my time making something I wasn't going to eat. Also because I don't even have a lot of "normal" ingredients in my house. Plus, you can get "normal" people's food relatively inexpensive. Does anyone else think it's ironic that the less stuff in something, the more it costs?

But I wanted to bring something I could eat, so I developed this Paleo pie recipe for me. I cook Paleo quite often for family parties and they don't even know they are eating Paleo. But with something like a pie, it's just not quite the same. Let's put it this way - my dad can tell this pie ain't normal and if it ain't normal, he ain't gonna eat it.

A few of the women gave it a try though and liked it. Mostly women who are watching their figure and like that it's lower in carbs and has healthier sugars than a normal pie.

I like that I can eat it and hey if no one else wants to eat it - LEFTOVERS! I really like this crust. The almond flour goes so well with the pumpkin filling and I love how firm the filling is too - and just look at how pretty the coconut cream is on top!

The crust for this pie is super easy to make and involves only a few ingredients. The pumpkin custard is firm and full of autumn spice! The topping is made of a slightly honey sweetened coconut cream that goes so nicely with the almond crust.

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Paleo Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Rebecca Baron
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Paleo
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The crust for this pie is super easy to make and involves only a few ingredients. The pumpkin custard is firm and full of autumn spice! The topping is made of a slightly honey sweetened coconut cream that goes so nicely with the almond crust.

Ingredients

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FOR THE CRUST:

FOR THE FILLING:

  • 15 oz can Pumpkin Puree
  • ⅓ Cup Honey
  • 1 Tbsp Coconut oil (melted)
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • ⅓ Cup Coconut Milk * (canned)
  • 3 Eggs

FOR THE WHIPPED TOPPING:

  • 2 cans Coconut Milk * (chilled, Firm cream on top only)
  • 1 Tbsp Honey (Raw)

Instructions

FOR THE CRUST:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Place the almond flour and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Process for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the coconut oil and egg to the processor and process until the mixture comes together in large crumbles.
  4. Place the dough in a 9” pie dish and pat the dough firmly and evenly around the sides and bottom of the pan.
  5. Cover the pan with a sheet of tin foil and bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove and let cool .

FOR THE FILLING:

  1. Add the pumpkin puree, honey, coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, coconut milk, and eggs to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk together until smooth. Pour into the pre-baked pie crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes, or until the top is slightly puffed and firmly set.
  3. Remove and let cool completely. Refrigerate.

FOR THE TOPPING:

  1. Place the firm coconut cream(this is the firm, white, creamy, thick coconut cream that rises to the top of a can of coconut milk. Do not shake it before opening. It may help to chill the cans before opening as well as some coconut milks don’t separate as well as others)in a mixing bowl along with the honey. Beat together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Spoon or pipe on top of the chilled pie.

Keywords: easy, firm, creamy, healthy

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  1. Elizabeth

    We made this for Thanksgiving and loved it. It's always wonderful to find healthy and delicious recipes. I used coconut cream instead of coconut milk and coconut whip as well as low-sugar graham crust instead of homemade (less healthy and more expeditious options).

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  2. Tango Mango

    I normally use half a cup of honey. 1/3 cup isn't enough.

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    • Rebecca Baron

      That's great, you probably like it sweeter than I do.

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  3. Barb T.

    So delish!

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  4. Claire S

    Next time I might add some maple syrup or a tad more honey to the pumpkin but it turned out great!

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  5. Lorraine

    I'm going to have to try this for Thanksgiving this year!

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  6. Chloe

    This looks like the perfect Thanksgiving pumpkin pie recipe. I'm going to try it this year.

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  7. Kaarin

    The pie looks great! But I learned that if you heat up honey it counts as normal sugar. It looses it's benefits. Why don't you use sugar or coconut sugar? Or leave the sugar aside all together? I'm curious. Maybe add some stevia sweetener?

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    • Rebecca

      You could probably use whatever sweetener you like - I just haven't experimented with other "sugars". I like honey because of the taste. And I don't believe that it counts the same as sugar. I feel way better after eating heated up honey than sugar or stevia. True that you may as well use regular honey instead of raw when heating it up though. . .

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  8. Sheila

    How many carbs per serving? And can you exchange the honey for stevia or another sweetner?

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  9. Julianne

    Can you use a can of coconut cream instead of scooping the cream off of the top of coconut milk? Does this pie need to be kept in the refrigerator?

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    • Rebecca

      That should be fine to use and yet keep it in the fridge.

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  10. Sarah

    I love this recipe! I like it better than traditional pumpkin pie. The crust is thin and not soggy even after sitting in the fridge for a day! I added 1 tsp of cinnamon to the crust mixture. I'll be baking this pie again for Thanksgiving.

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  11. Rachel M.

    What did you use to put the whip cream on the pie? It is beautiful!!!

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    • Rebecca

      I used my piping tube. You can use any tip you would want to.

      Reply

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Paleo Pumpkin Pie Recipe (Gluten-Free, Clean Eating) (2024)

FAQs

Is pumpkin OK for Paleo diet? ›

Pumpkin is paleo. However, fruit consumption on a paleo diet should be limited.

Is pumpkin pie anti-inflammatory? ›

As for pumpkin pie, here we start with a vegetable. The pumpkin is loaded with fiber—7 g in 1 cup, per the USDA. And like all orange foods, pumpkins are packed with carotenoids, which can help tackle free radicals and decrease inflammation.

Does pumpkin pie filling contain gluten? ›

There are several brands of canned pumpkin pie filling out there, and luckily almost all of them are gluten-free!

Is Costco pumpkin pie filling gluten-free? ›

It can be tempting to attack a Costco pumpkin pie with a fork without paying attention to the label. The label warnings insist that you look closely at the ingredient list if you have food allergies and intolerances (via FaceBook). Costco's pumpkin pie is neither gluten-free nor dairy-free.

Is pumpkin an inflammatory food? ›

β-carotene present in pumpkin is an anti-inflammatory agent as it decreases the skin cancer which occurs due to sunlight whereas α-carotene is considered responsible to prevent aging, growth of tumor and preventing the chance of developing cataracts in eye.

What does pumpkin do to your gut? ›

And pumpkins are also great for our gut: They are full of fibre, which helps to form stools, keep us regular and feed our gut bacteria. Potassium supports normal cell function throughout the body and low levels may lead to constipation and fatigue.

Is pumpkin pie good for gut health? ›

Pumpkin is rich in fiber and contains prebiotics, which can help improve digestive system health and bowel movement. It may help relieve constipation and diarrhea in some people. However, if constipation or diarrhea persists, a person should consult a doctor.

What are the cons of pumpkin pie? ›

Fatty ingredients like traditional pastry crust, butter, cream cheese, half-and-half, or shortening can sabotage the nutritional value. Mountains of sugar from canned pumpkin pie filling and spoonfuls of sugary toppings can also send calories through the roof.

Is Libby's canned pumpkin pie mix gluten free? ›

Good news! If you don't feel like making your own pumpkin pie filling, we can happily say that Libby's pumpkin pie filling is definitely gluten-free.

Is Cool Whip gluten free? ›

YES, Cool Whip is gluten-free!

Although it does not carry a gluten-free certification on the label, Cool Whip doesn't contain any sources of gluten. In addition, Kraft Heinz states that cross-contamination with gluten has not occurred during the manufacturing of Cool Whip products.

Is Marie Callender pumpkin pie gluten free? ›

This product is not gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains gluten and 2 ingredients that could contain gluten depending on the source.

Does Trader Joe's have gluten free pie? ›

Rich, dense, and buttery, Trader Joe's Gluten Free Pie Crust comes already formed in its very own tin, so all you have to do is bake it, allow it to cool, and fill it with whatever mouth-watering filling you desire.

Is Duncan Hines Comstock pie filling gluten free? ›

Most of our packages are clearly labeled with allergen statement; please refer to this or the detailed ingredient statement for gluten-containing ingredients. Our Comstock & Wilderness pie fillings and other plain vegetables are gluten free.

Is Starbucks pumpkin flavor gluten free? ›

Is the pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks gluten-free? While not certified gluten-free, the pumpkin spice latte is free from any gluten-containing ingredients. Not that some of Starbucks' seasonal syrups (such as the spiced apple drizzle) contain gluten, so always be sure to check with the barista.

What vegetables are not allowed on the paleo diet? ›

These are beans, lentils, and peas. Legumes are not paleo because they were only introduced into the human diet about 5,000 to 7,000 years ago. Legumes are difficult to digest and can contain unhealthy fats.

What vegetables are paleo compliant? ›

Fill up your cart with any and all vegetables; from broccoli, cauliflower, peppers and carrots to lettuce, kale, and avocado…the list goes on and on! Of course, any and all fruits are welcome on the paleo diet including apples, oranges, pears, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and more.

Is pumpkin high in lectins? ›

Seeds and skins of pumpkins are lectin loaded, so of course we won't eat them. When canned, pumpkins have rinds and seeds removed in the process. If you're making pumpkin pie just use a good organic canned puree or, better yet, make your own. And pressure cooking your pumpkin ensures the lectins are removed.

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