How to Make No-Fail Bean Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bean pie is a unique and delicious dessert that often gets overlooked in favor of more traditional pies like apple or pumpkin. But those who have tried bean pie know just how delightful and satisfying it can be. The subtle, nutty flavor of the beans paired with warm spices and sweetened with brown sugar makes for a pie that is both comforting and surprising. And the best part? It's incredibly simple to make, making it the perfect dessert for busy weeknights or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14.1 ounce) package double-crust pie pastry, thawed
  • 2 (15.5 ounce) cans navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 2 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 9-inch pies

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place each pie pastry into a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Place navy beans and evaporated milk into a food processor. Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, egg yolks, flour, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg; pulse a few times, then process until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour mixture into the prepared pie crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake until filling is set and crust is golden brown, about 35 more minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 hour before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    407 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 442mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 100mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 262mg