Ingredients for Diabetic Pecan Pie
- 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell
- 1 (1/4 ounce) envelope plain gelatin
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate
- 1/2 cup granular fructose
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How to Make Diabetic Pecan Pie
- **Make Fruit Sweetener:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate and 1/2 cup granulated fructose (or your preferred diabetic-friendly sugar substitute). Heat gently over medium heat, stirring until the concentrate is completely dissolved. Set aside to cool.
- **Bloom Gelatin (if using):** If your recipe calls for gelatin, sprinkle it over 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- **Prepare Pastry:** Prepare your 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade) and place it in a pie pan.
- **Combine Wet Ingredients:** In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled fruit sweetener, bloomed gelatin (if using), and 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce.
- **Beat with Mixer:** Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
- **Make Cornstarch Slurry:** In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water until smooth and lump-free.
- **Add Cornstarch:** Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the fruit sweetener mixture, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- **Add Eggs:** Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- **Add Flavorings:** Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of instant coffee granules (optional, for depth of flavor).
- **Pour into Crust:** Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
- **Decorate:** Arrange pecan halves evenly over the top of the pie filling.
- **Bake:** Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
59g
Fat
10g
Carbs
8g
