Kentucky Pecan Pie (lighter )

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Kentucky Pecan Pie (lighter )
235 min.
8
596kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with this lighter Kentucky Pecan Pie! Perfect for those who crave the rich, nutty flavors of traditional pecan pie but want a healthier option, this recipe is both dairy-free and lower in calories, making it a guilt-free treat for any occasion.

Imagine a flaky, buttery crust cradling a luscious filling made with wholesome ingredients like fat-free egg product, quick-cooking oats, and crunchy pecans. The addition of semisweet chocolate chips adds a touch of decadence, while a splash of bourbon elevates the flavor profile, making each bite a celebration of Southern charm.

This pie is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, perfect for impressing guests at your next gathering or family dinner. With a preparation time of just under four hours, including chilling, you can easily whip up this dessert ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator.

Whether served warm or chilled, this Kentucky Pecan Pie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons bourbon 
  • cup plus 
  • 0.8 cup eggs fat-free
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 0.5 cup rolled oats 
  • 0.5 cup pecans 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz semi chocolate chips (1 cup)
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • tablespoons water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour and the salt.
  2. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas.
  3. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost cleans side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary).
  4. Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling.
  5. Heat oven to 375F. With floured rolling pin, roll pastry into round 2 inches larger than upside-down 9-inch glass pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired.
  6. In large bowl, beat sugar, margarine, corn syrup, bourbon, salt, egg product and vanilla with wire whisk or hand beater. Stir in pecans, oats and chocolate chips.
  7. Pour into pastry-lined pie plate. Cover edge with 2- to 3-inch strip of foil to prevent excessive browning.
  8. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until crust is brown and filling is set, removing foil for last 15 minutes of baking. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories596kcal
Protein4.7%
Fat44.24%
Carbs51.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.64
Glycemic Load
27.68
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.919565194651%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.66mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:595.93kcal
29.8%
Fat:29.64g
45.6%
Saturated Fat:9.18g
57.38%
Carbohydrates:76.99g
25.66%
Net Carbohydrates:73.76g
26.82%
Sugar:57.66g
64.07%
Cholesterol:86.02mg
28.67%
Sodium:274.53mg
11.94%
Alcohol:1.42g
100%
Alcohol %:1.17%
100%
Caffeine:18.29mg
6.1%
Protein:7.09g
14.17%
Manganese:0.86mg
43%
Selenium:16.18µg
23.11%
Copper:0.4mg
20.07%
Iron:2.86mg
15.87%
Phosphorus:156.99mg
15.7%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.37%
Magnesium:58.81mg
14.7%
Fiber:3.23g
12.91%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.59%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.82%
Folate:42.35µg
10.59%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.17%
Vitamin A:390.86IU
7.82%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.56%
Vitamin B3:1.25mg
6.26%
Vitamin K:6.51µg
6.2%
Potassium:217.01mg
6.2%
Calcium:43.43mg
4.34%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.14%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.59%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.04%