Cherry-Berry Pie With Agave Nectar All-Butter Crust

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Cherry-Berry Pie With Agave Nectar All-Butter Crust
180 min.
10
371kcal

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This cherry-berry pie is a delicious and healthy dessert option that is perfect for any occasion. With a sweet and tangy filling made from a mix of cherries and berries, this pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while providing some nutritional benefits as well. The crust is made with a unique combination of almond flour, coconut flour, and whole wheat pastry flour, giving it a delicious buttery flavor and a crumbly texture. The addition of agave nectar adds a subtle sweetness to the crust, while the orange extract provides a hint of citrusy freshness.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it is vegetarian-friendly and can be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the sweetness of the filling by adding more or less agave nectar, depending on your preference. The recipe also allows for some creativity with the crust decoration, as you can use your favorite cookie cutters to create a unique and personalized design.

This cherry-berry pie is not only delicious but also provides some nutritional benefits. Cherries and berries are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, while the crust made with almond and coconut flour adds a good source of healthy fats and protein. Overall, this recipe is a great option for those looking for a tasty and somewhat nutritious dessert to enjoy with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 3.5 tablespoons agave nectar 
  • 0.3 cup agave nectar sweet (again, not needed if your fruit is )
  • 0.5 cup almond flour 
  • ounces berries mixed frozen thawed
  • sticks butter very cold cut into cubes (I freeze mine)
  • 16 ounces cherries frozen thawed
  • 0.3 cup coconut flour sifted
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange extract 
  • tablespoons tapioca flour (or corn starch or arrowroot)
  • 0.8 cup pastry flour whole wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • cookie cutter
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Make the crust:Pulse the dry ingredients 5-6 times.
  2. Add 2 sticks of very cold butter (I freeze mine), cut into cubes. Pulse until the ingredients resemble very coarse meal.
  3. Adding the agave nectar and fiore di Sicilia flavoring (can substitute orange extract) one tablespoon at a time.Watch to see the dough just comes together.Divide the dough into two parts, one larger than the other.Form each into a flat, round shape.Wrap each disk in plastic and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.While the dough is chilling, make the filling.In a large bowl, combine all the filling ingredients.
  4. Mix until well incorporated (it will be very soupy).Take the dough out of the fridge.
  5. Let it warm enough to be able to roll it out.
  6. Roll out the crust to fit it to your pie dish.You may need to patch some, but none will show to your eaters.Wrap the pie dish in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  7. Pour the filling into the crust.Again, wrap the pie in plastic and chill.
  8. Roll out the other dough disk.Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut pieces for the top crust.Take the pie out of the fridge and decorate the top.Just remember to leave spots for steam to escape.Cover the edges with foil and bake at 325 degrees F for 40 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake until golden brown top and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Let cool and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories371kcal
Protein5.09%
Fat52.01%
Carbs42.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.7
Glycemic Load
9.76
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.5904347826087%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
14.69mg
Petunidin
4.12mg
Delphinidin
4.9mg
Malvidin
11.26mg
Pelargonidin
0.13mg
Peonidin
0.79mg
Catechin
1.98mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
2.27mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.65mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.41mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
2.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:371.43kcal
18.57%
Fat:22.18g
34.12%
Saturated Fat:12.32g
77.03%
Carbohydrates:41.15g
13.72%
Net Carbohydrates:36.59g
13.31%
Sugar:17.06g
18.96%
Cholesterol:48.59mg
16.2%
Sodium:152.86mg
6.65%
Protein:4.89g
9.77%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.88%
Fiber:4.55g
18.22%
Selenium:10.27µg
14.67%
Vitamin A:605.32IU
12.11%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.05%
Vitamin C:7.67mg
9.29%
Folate:35.67µg
8.92%
Vitamin K:9.35µg
8.91%
Iron:1.45mg
8.03%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.62%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.37%
Phosphorus:63.87mg
6.39%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.79%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.53%
Magnesium:22.05mg
5.51%
Potassium:170.04mg
4.86%
Copper:0.09mg
4.57%
Calcium:30.23mg
3.02%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.62%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.58%
Source:Foodista