This Classic Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe has a tender and flakey crust with a perfectly seasoned, rich, creamy filling. Plus, it's super easy to make and no one will ever know it's gluten-free and low-carb!
While I love Pecan Pie and Apple Pie, this Gluten-Free Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe is my absolute favorite and I make it every single year!
It's super easy to make with a tender, flaky crust and a perfectly seasoned, smooth, creamy filling.
And if you're looking for more keto recipes, I think you'll love these chicken or turkey pot pie, cornbread, stuffing/dressing, and green bean casserole recipes!
Or this Roasted Kabocha Squash from Heart Beet Kitchen looks delicious too!
Best sweetener for custards
For the sweetener, I prefer xylitol or allulose. Just keep in mind, though, that if you use pure allulose, it's only 70% as sweet as other sweeteners, so you'll need to add an extra ยผ cup.
Also, xylitol can slightly raise blood sugar in some people so just choose whichever sweetener works best for you.
I don't recommend Erythritol-based sweeteners because they tend to crack and turn an opaque color with a white film in custards.
If you prefer to use erythritol though, no sweat! Just lightly brush it with some Sugar-Free Maple Syrup to freshen up the color and top it with coconut whipped cream to cover up any cracks and no one will be the wiser!
Frequently asked questions
Pumpkin pie is done when a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the edge comes out mostly clean and the center is still slightly wobbly.
Custards crack from overbaking. When baking this low-carb pumpkin pie, you'll want to pull it out of the oven while the center is still slightly wobbly. It will finish setting as it cools.
One slice of pumpkin pie usually has around 45 net carbs, making it not keto-friendly. However, this recipe uses all low-carb ingredients and only has 3 net carbs per slice! But don't worry, no one will be able to tell the difference 👍
Almond flour pie crust
Start by partially baking the Keto Pie Crust. It's tender, buttery, flaky, and SO delicious!
To make the keto pie crust:
- Add all the dry ingredients into the bowl of a food processor. This includes blanched almond flour, flaxseed meal, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder or xanthan gum, sea salt, and sweetener.
- Pulse in butter until it resembles coarse sand.
- Add 1 large egg and 1 tsp. pure vanilla.
- Process until the dough forms a ball in the food processor and has the consistency of play dough.
- Chill the dough for 1 hour.
- Roll out, invert over the pie pan, and apply any decorative effects you prefer.
- Cover the edges and pre-bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the filling and finish baking.
Or if you want to skip the crust, check out this Crustless Pumpkin Pie from Texanerin!
Filling ingredients
Here are the simple ingredients you will need:
- 2 Large Eggs - Thicken the pie and make it smooth and rich.
- Pure Pumpkin - Be careful not to buy pumpkin pie filling!
- Xylitol Or Allulose- Sugar-free sweetener, see notes in the recipe card for more options.
- Heavy Cream - Makes the keto pie thick, creamy, and silky-smooth!
- Ground Cinnamon, Cloves, Giner, Nutmeg - Classic pumpkin pie spices.
- Sea Salt - Enhances the flavor.
- Pure Vanilla - If you can, try to use pure vanilla and not the artificial variety.
Easy instructions
Step #1: For the filling, whisk 2 eggs in a large mixing bowl. Then, add pumpkin puree, sweetener, heavy cream, and spices.
💭Tip: For a completely smooth filling, you can pour it into the bowl of a food processor and process it until smooth or beat it with an electric mixer.
*Note - Be careful not to buy pumpkin pie filling! It makes it not keto-friendly and changes the whole pie!
Step #2: Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake.
Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth out the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake the pie at 375 degrees for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to 350 degrees and bake an additional 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the crust comes out mostly clean.
Don't forget to add a crust protector so the edges don't burn!
💭Tip: If you don’t have a crust protector, you can make one out of foil! Tear off a piece of foil that is very long – longer than you would think! Fold it in half lengthwise twice. Then, wrap it around the pie and secure it with a paper clip. Then fold the top over the crust.
Serving suggestions
Cool completely at room temperature. The pie will continue to set up as it cools. Then, loosely cover and place in the fridge for 1 hour before cutting.
Serve with coconut whipped cream or keto ice cream!
The pie will firm up once cooled. And that's it - easy as pie!
Or if you're looking for more pie recipes, I'm totally in love with this keto pecan pie!
Storage
Leftover low-carb pumpkin pie can be loosely covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Substitutions
This low-carb pie is gluten-free, grain-free, low-carb, and keto. However, here are substitutions to fit more diets:
- Dairy-Free: Replace the heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut milk and use non-dairy butter in the crust. For the coconut cream, I recommend not refrigerating it. If refrigerated, it will separate and become too hard to stir. If for some reason it's hard, simply place it in a microwavable-safe bowl. Then, heat for just a few seconds or just until softened but not melted. I recommend Thai Kitchen, Sprouts, and Native Forest brands because other brands may lend an aftertaste.
- Paleo: Use this Paleo Pie Crust, coconut palm sugar for the sweetener, and the dairy-free options above.
Top tips
- If you don’t have a crust protector, you can make one out of foil! Tear off a piece of foil that is very long – longer than you would think! Fold it in half lengthwise twice. Then, wrap it around the pie and secure it with a paper clip. Then fold the top over the crust.
- For a silky-smooth filling, you can process it in a food processor before pouring it into the crust. However, this is optional.
- For the sweetener, I prefer xylitol (xylitol can sometimes slightly raise blood sugar) or allulose. Just keep in mind, though, that if you use pure allulose, it's only 70% as sweet as other sweeteners, so you'll need to add an extra ¼ cup. I don't recommend erythritol-based sweeteners because they tend to crack and turn an opaque color with a white film in custards. If you prefer to use erythritol though, no sweat! Just lightly brush it with some Sugar-Free Maple Syrup to freshen up the color and top it with coconut whipped cream to cover up any cracks and no one will be the wiser 🙂
- This filling makes 1 standard 9-inch pie. I don't recommend using a larger pie pan or a deep-dish pie pan.
- If using xylitol, be careful if you have a pet! Xylitol is toxic to animals.
If you’ve tried this Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe or any other recipe on the blog please let me know in the comments below!
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๐ Recipe
Low-Carb Keto Pumpkin Pie With Almond Flour Crust
Ingredients
- Keto Pie Crust - partially baked
- 2 Large Eggs
- 15 oz Pure Pumpkin
- 1 Cup Allulose - or ยพ cup xylitol
- ¾ Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ⅛ - ¼ tsp. Ground Cloves
- 1 tsp. Ground Ginger
- ¼ tsp. Nutmeg
- ½ tsp. Sea Salt
- 1 tsp. Pure Vanilla
Instructions
- Prepare and partially bake the pie crust as directed and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs. Then add the remaining ingredients and whisk until combined. For a smoother filling, combine filling ingredients in a food processor and process until completely smooth or mix with an electric mixer.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top out with a spatula or back of a spoon. Then, tap the pie on the countertop a few times to get rid of any air bubbles.
- Place the pie on a large baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes - don't forget to cover the crust again with a crust protector! Then, reduce temperature to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 40 to 50 minutes. Check the pie after 30 minutes, just to make sure it's not cooking too fast. Pie is done when a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the edge comes out mostly clean and the center is still slightly wobbly. Due to the prolonged baking time, cover the edges really, really well to prevent burning!
- Cool completely at room temperature. The pie will continue to set up as it cools. Then, loosely cover and place in the fridge. I prefer to cut the pie after it's been in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with whipped cream, coconut whipped cream, or keto ice cream.
Add Your Own Notes
Video
Notes
- Watch the full YouTube video here: Pie Crust + Pumpkin Pie YouTube Video!
- Leftovers can be stored, loosely covered in the fridge, for 3 to 4 days.
- If you don’t have a crust protector, you can make one out of foil! Simply tear off a piece of foil that is very long – longer than you would think! Fold it in half lengthwise twice. Then, wrap it around the pie and secure it with a paper clip. Then fold the top over the crust.
- For a silky-smooth filling, you can process the filling in a food processor before pouring it into the crust. However, this is optional.
- For the sweetener, I prefer xylitol (xylitol can slightly raise blood sugar in some people) or allulose. I don't recommend erythritol-based sweeteners because they tend to crack and turn an opaque color with a white film in custards. If you prefer to use erythritol though, no sweat! Just lightly brush it with some Sugar-Free Maple Syrup to freshen up the color and top it with coconut whipped cream to cover up any cracks and no one will be the wiser 🙂
- As a special gift to my readers, I've teamed up with Besti Sweeteners to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.
- This filling makes 1 standard 9-inch pie. I don't recommend using a larger pie pan or a deep-dish pie pan.
- If using xylitol, be careful if you have a pet! Xylitol is toxic to animals.
Nutrition
NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol
Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.
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DAVID KEPLEY says
Ignore my question about the what kind of pie (pic is labelled pumpkin pie). I also found your recipe to try.
Thanks,
Dave
Cassidy Stauffer says
I'm so glad you found it! Please come back and let me know what you thought๐
XO,
Cassidy
Janeece Vanwinkle says
I am LOVING all your recepies!!! So is my family of 8...๐๐๐
Cassidy Stauffer says
Thank you SO much Janeece!!!! I'm excited you and family like my recipes, it makes my day ๐
-Cassidy
Tracy says
Great recipe, I used coconut cream and it tastes very good. My pie crust was extra dark and Iโm wondering if using vegan butter caused that problem. I may try skipping the par baking and see if that helps next time. Thanks for helping us eat well!
Carol Siembida says
Was just wondering if the pie tastes like coconut? Could I substitute heavy cream for the coconut milk without altering the consistency?
Cassidy says
Hi Carol! We don't think it tastes like coconut, but everyone is different. I've never tried it with heavy cream, but I'd imagine it would work. If you give it a shot come back and let me know how it turned out!!!
-Cassidy
Dana says
This pie was easy and yummy. I do have one tip, do not put the can of coconut milk in the fridge otherwise it will be really hard to blend! I got some lumps because the full fat coconut milk was very solid and cold. Keep it room temp.
Cassidy says
Thank you Dana! That's a great tip, thanks! I didn't even think of mentioning it because I had bought a different brand than usual that doesn't get as solid as others when testing the recipe.
-Cassidy
Becky says
Thanks for all of your awesome recipes! Your grain free pie crust recipe using tapioca and almond flour is my absolute favorite and what I always use. How would you say that this keto crust compares? I would like to try the low carb one, but just wondering if it is as good. ๐
Cassidy says
Thanks Becky!!! Honestly, the almond flour/tapioca pie crust is my favorite, but the keto one is still really good and a close 2nd! The keto one isn't quite as easy to work with if you're rolling it out and the texture isn't quite as flakey. But like I said, it's still really good and is flakey... just not quite as much as the original:) Hope that helps!!!
-Cassidy
Kathy Hester says
Excited to try a vegan version. I love finding new ways to make amazing recipes like this vegan with little change. Plus who can pass up pumpkin pie!
Cassidy says
Thanks Kathy! I have a link to the vegan version at the top of the page ๐ I'm excited for you to try it, come back and let me know what you think!!!
-Cassidy