How to Make Coconut Flour Pie Crust - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coconut flour is a popular, gluten-free alternative to traditional flour, and it's a great option for those looking for a healthier pie crust. This Coconut Flour Pie Crust recipe is the perfect base for any sweet or savory pie, and it's easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.

Coconut flour is rich in fiber and protein, making it a nutritious choice for those following a low-carb or paleo diet. It also has a naturally sweet flavor, which adds a delicious hint of coconut to you...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup coconut flour, sifted
  • ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 large eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie crust

  • Process flour, coconut flakes, coconut sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor until completely combined and coconut flakes have been finely chopped, about 30 seconds.
  • Add cubed butter and eggs to flour mixture; pulse until completely combined and mixture begins to form a ball, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove dough and shape into a disk on a piece of plastic wrap. Wrap completely and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, remove dough from refrigerator and place on a piece of parchment paper; place another piece of parchment paper on top of dough. Roll dough into an 11-inch circle; chill rolled dough for 10 minutes.
  • Remove top layer of parchment paper; invert dough into a 9-inch pie plate. Remove parchment and gently shape dough to fit pie plate and flute or trim edges to top of rim. Prick bottom and sides of pie crust with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are browned and crust is slightly golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove to a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 80mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Potassium: 35mg