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    Home » Gluten Free » Easy Keto Pie Crust

    Published: Nov 18, 2019 · Modified: Jun 20, 2021 by Carolyn

    Easy Keto Pie Crust

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    This is the only keto pie crust recipe you will ever need. An easy press-in low carb pie crust that is perfect for both sweet and savory recipes. Four simple ingredients make this a hit. Nut-free and dairy-free options!

    Easy keto pie crust in a white ceramic pie plate.

    I’ve been looking forward to updating my easy keto pie crust recipe for a while now. But don’t worry, I didn’t change the recipe at all. I just added some pretty new photos and an instructional video so you can see for yourself just how delicious and simple this recipe really is!

    This really is a short and sweet little recipe. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s delicious. It’s also extremely versatile. You can fill it with all sorts of delicious fillings, from lemon to chocolate to strawberry rhubarb. You can pre-bake it for cold fillings or bake with the fillings inside. It can even be used in savory applications like quiche or vegetable tart.

    Really, the uses for this press-in almond flour crust are virtually endless. You are limited only by your imagination.

     

    Low Carb Lemon Sour Cream Pie

    Everyone needs a good pastry crust recipe and I like to flatter myself that this one is very good. But what I love about it is the simplicity. I do love the challenge of a roll out crust and I have a pretty decent low carb flaky pastry crust. But it definitely takes more work and when you have a hankering for pie, sometimes that effort presents an obstacle.

    So this one will appeal to everyone, from novice bakers to accomplished home cooks. And I made your life even easier by showing you how it’s done in this video! Scroll the recipe to watch how it’s made.

    Tips for the best keto pie crust

    As you can see from the video, it’s an incredibly straightforward recipe. But in case you hadn’t noticed, my MO when it comes to recipes is accessibility. That means giving you as many options as possible so that you can make my recipes work for your lifestyle. So here we go:

    Can this crust be made nut-free?

    This is an almond flour pie crust. No, you can’t use coconut flour in this recipe, but you can sub in some other options. You can use sunflower seed flour or pumpkin seed flour, or any other nut flour if you’re only allergic to almonds. Just understand that your crust will not look the same, as these flours have their own particular color.

    Can this crust be made dairy-free?

    Yes, feel free to swap in almost any oil you like best. Coconut, avocado, ghee, what have you. I do find that it can brown a little more or a little less, depending on the oil, so keep your eye on it while it’s in the oven. I also find that it can stick a little more to the pan so you might consider greasing your pie plate.

    Top down view of unbaked keto pie crust in a ceramic plate.

    Can this crust be made ahead?

    Because it contains no eggs, it really does well when you make it ahead of time. I have one sitting down in my fridge, ready for a filling I plan to make soon! I do recommend still keeping it in the fridge or freezer, depending on how you plan to keep it. Just wrap it up tightly in plastic wrap, right in the pie plate itself.

    Can I make it in a metal pan? 

    Yes, but I recommend glass or ceramic wherever possible. It tends to brown too quickly in metal, before the rest of your pie is baked. If you do use metal, be sure to grease the pan first.

    Can I bake it in a tart pan?

    Yes indeed, I often do this one in tart pans. You can stretch it out to a 10 inch tart pan but it’s a bit on the thin side so you may want to add more flour and butter. 9 inch tart pans are a better fit.

    A baked low carb pie crust on an orange napkin with small pumpkins in the background.

    What to make with your keto pie crust

    So now the question is, what do you fill it with? Oh the possibilities, the glorious possibilities! Think of all the wonderful keto pies and tarts you can make. Savory or sweet, this pie crust really works with just about anything. Here are a few ideas to get you started…

    Lemon Sour Cream Pie

    Pumpkin Cream Pie

    The Best Keto Pecan Pie (and yes, this is not just me talking. My recipe was in a YouTube video battle between two recipes and mine won!)

    Eggs Benedict Quiche

    Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Quiche (you HAVE to make this!)

    I have plenty of other pie recipes, older ones, that used another crust but that could easily be swapped for this one. Try it with my Brownie Truffle Pie, or my Keto Lemon Meringue Pie.

    Putting a dollop of whipped cream on a slice of keto pumpkin cream pie

     

    Keto Almond Flour Pie Crust

    The best and easiest low carb press in pie crust. This almond flour pie crust is perfect for both sweet and savory recipes.
    4.55 from 118 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: keto pie crust
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 187kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups almond flour
    • ¼ cup Swerve Sweetener either granular or powdered is fine*
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup butter melted
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, sweetener, and salt. Stir in melted butter until dough comes together and resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Turn out into a glass or ceramic pie plate. Press firmly with fingers into bottom and up sides. Use a flat bottomed glass or measuring cup to even out the bottom. Prick all over with a fork before baking.
    • To bake unfilled, preheat oven to 325F. Bake until edges are golden brown, about 20 minutes.
    • To bake a filled pie, pre bake 10-12 minutes before adding fillings. You may need to cover the edges in foil to avoid over-browning. Let the pie crust cool before adding fillings and baking again.
    • *For a savoury pie crust, leave out the sweetener, use ½ teaspoon salt, and add ½ teaspoon garlic powder.

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    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Almond Flour Pie Crust
    Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
    Calories 187 Calories from Fat 114
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 12.7g20%
    Carbohydrates 3.6g1%
    Fiber 1.8g7%
    Protein 3.7g7%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Pam B says

      November 19, 2022 at 11:55 am

      This is not my usual question. I am baking for a person that has gluten and dairy intolarance. Do you think this would work as a top crust for a cobbler ?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 19, 2022 at 3:50 pm

        No, this won’t make a good cobbler crust. But you could make this one dairy-free… https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/triple-berry-keto-cobbler/

        Reply
    2. Jessica says

      November 11, 2022 at 10:21 pm

      Can you use the recipe if making pasty’s?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 12, 2022 at 9:30 am

        I don’t think it will hold together well enugh.

        Reply
    3. Lee says

      October 16, 2022 at 5:43 pm

      This is the best keto pie crust by far!!!
      It is my go to. It never disappoints me.
      Easy to make and very tasty!! Thank You for sharing!!

      Reply
      • Marlene says

        November 09, 2022 at 4:10 pm

        Hi. Thought I would jump in here. I used to be confused about that, too, and I’ve been baking a long time. Someone finally told me how to tell the difference. If recipe says “1/2 cup butter, melted” it mean measure first, then melt. If it says “1/2 cup melted butter”, melt first, then measure. That helped me to clarify this but to be honest, I pretty much just approximate! In this recipe you would measure first, then melt it. Hope that helps. Happy baking!

        Reply
        • Marlene says

          November 09, 2022 at 4:14 pm

          Kendall, I posted a reply to Lee, above. I meant to reply to you! Sorry about that. That’s what I get for butting in.

          Reply
    4. Kendall says

      October 14, 2022 at 6:29 pm

      This might seem like a dumb question but there’s a difference in what I’m asking. For the butter, is it 1/2 cup of solid butter that you then melt OR 1/2 cup of melted butter? 1/2 c. solid butter melted makes less than 1/2 c. of melted butter.

      Reply
    5. SHELLEY BYRNE says

      October 14, 2022 at 9:03 am

      Would this recipe work for hand pies?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 14, 2022 at 4:10 pm

        It’s a press-in crust so no.

        Reply
    6. Limor says

      October 09, 2022 at 5:08 am

      It is possible to replace butter with coconut oil?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 09, 2022 at 9:21 am

        Yes, that works.

        Reply
    7. Rachel says

      October 08, 2022 at 9:31 am

      Hi,
      What size pie plate was used?
      I used a regular 9inch and this recipe only covered the bottom.

      Rachel

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 08, 2022 at 2:10 pm

        Well, then you must have made the crust too thick. My pie plate is 9 inches as well and I never have any trouble at all. Please watch my video to see how to make it: https://youtu.be/0Cd6q97p-VM

        Reply
    8. Lee says

      October 01, 2022 at 5:53 pm

      This is the best pie crust recipe. I have made it many times for different pies and it is always delicious and easy to make. Thank You for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    9. Dilek says

      September 29, 2022 at 6:11 pm

      How many inches is the pie plate?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        September 30, 2022 at 1:22 pm

        Always 9 inches… that’s the standard.

        Reply
    10. Misty Bernal says

      September 04, 2022 at 9:33 pm

      5 stars
      Hi thanks for a great recipe can’t wait to try it can I use aluminum pie plate not a fan of glass cause I just exploded a glass pie plate in my oven this week not sure how it happened but it wasn’t pretty

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        September 06, 2022 at 8:17 am

        I don’t recommend metal for this but if you use it, make sure to grease it really well, and to keep your eye on the crust so it doesn’t overcook.

        Reply
      • Lilly says

        October 08, 2022 at 6:07 pm

        Anything cold that touches a glass pie plate or baking dish that is hot will cause it to explode. Ask me how I know. ????

        Reply
      • Cat says

        October 09, 2022 at 4:14 pm

        I had a hot glass pie plate explode once because a couple drops of cold water splashed on it while it was still very hot from the oven. I still use them, though, because they’re awesome, just am WAY more careful about where I put them down, lol!

        Reply
    11. Phyllis says

      August 15, 2022 at 10:30 am

      I’m looking for a good pastry recipe for making hand pies, both savory and sweet. Would this be a good recipe? I’d probably need to double the recipe but if it would work, I can deal with it because of the ingredients.
      Thank you.

      Reply
    12. Heather Rankin says

      July 29, 2022 at 2:06 pm

      Can you do the same for a top crust?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        August 09, 2022 at 8:08 am

        This does not work for a top crust.

        Reply
    13. Daryl says

      July 20, 2022 at 9:46 am

      Can I use Splenda Stevia as a sweetener instead?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 20, 2022 at 1:03 pm

        I don’t really use it so I can’t advise that much.

        Reply
    14. Mel says

      June 30, 2022 at 5:53 am

      How would this work with a traditional custard style pumpkin pie?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 30, 2022 at 7:59 am

        Great! Bake it 10 minutes first before adding the custard and baking again.

        Reply
    15. Anita says

      June 18, 2022 at 7:38 pm

      What are your thoughts in adding a bit of vinegar to the pie crust.
      Would it make it more flaky?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 20, 2022 at 10:56 pm

        I have not idea but you’re certainly welcome to try!

        Reply
    16. Chrissy Duis says

      June 11, 2022 at 2:50 pm

      Easy and delicious!! It’s my go to crust for all of my keto pies! ❤️

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 12, 2022 at 6:24 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    17. Denise says

      May 30, 2022 at 12:35 am

      Thanks for the keto pie shell recipe I’m excited to try it, just wondering what size pie dish to use I didn’t see a size 8,9,10?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        May 30, 2022 at 8:34 am

        9 inches is the standard.

        Reply
    18. Penny says

      May 24, 2022 at 7:22 am

      Can I use this pastry in my pie maker please?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        May 24, 2022 at 8:26 am

        I have no idea, I don’t own such a thing. I am doubtful, though. It’s a press in crust so it doesn’t hold together outside of the pie pan.

        Reply
    19. Sarai says

      May 07, 2022 at 10:38 am

      5 stars
      It came out beautifully! Just like your picture, as expected.

      Thanks for the amazing recipes.

      Reply
    20. Christina says

      May 04, 2022 at 6:25 am

      Is tris crust good for a strawberry rhubarb pie? do I have to pre bake it? Thank you.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        May 04, 2022 at 7:02 am

        Yes and yes!

        Reply
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