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    Home » Gluten Free » Brownie Truffle Pie

    Published: Oct 28, 2015 · Modified: Jul 29, 2022 by Carolyn

    Brownie Truffle Pie

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    A decadent low carb brownie pie recipe for National Chocolate Day, with a press-in grain-free almond flour crust and a gooey brownie filling.

    Low Carb Brownie Truffle Pie Recipe

    Today is National Chocolate Day, which makes it the absolutely best day to honour the life of Joan Hayes, the blogger behind Chocolate, Chocolate And More. Joan passed away unexpectedly last week from a heart attack, leaving behind a grieving family and three kids, CJ, Cassie, and Grace. She also left behind a grieving food blogging community. Because Joan was one of the good ones. One of the really, really good ones. One of the best ones. She was very successful, but no matter how big her blog or busy her life, she was always willing to share. She was generous with her time and her advice, she always tried to help other bloggers, and she never seemed to feel herself in competition with anyone else. She just did what she did and she did it well.

    A truly decadent low carb dessert, with a grain-free almond flour crust and a gooey chocolate brownie filling. You won't be able to get enough!

    Last year, Joan’s daughter got hit by a car while on her way to school. At that time, I asked my followers and readers to send her their positive thoughts and wishes. Now I am asking you to send her daughter and her other children the same in this difficult time. But I am also asking you for more than that. See, Joan’s blog was her livelihood and it was how she supported her family. And she had made it clear to her family that in the event of her death, she wanted it to continue. So I am asking you to please click on the links to her blog. Head on over and check out her recipes. Check out a whole bunch. In fact, go back every day or every other day and check out more. There is certainly plenty to see. No, it’s not a low carb blog at all. But every view helps her ad revenue and thus helps her children. It’s not much to ask of anyone.

    Chocolate, Chocolate And More

    Low carb gluten-free brownie truffle pie recipe

    Joan and I never got to meet in person. We had several plans to do so, once at a conference before her daughter was hurt, and once again when we both happened to be in Florida for vacations. We made arrangements to meet up but we had to cancel them for some reason which I cannot recall. If I could have a do-over, I would absolutely have made a better effort to meet Joan in Florida. Because I know I would have loved her. In fact, I already did love her. She and I messaged frequently about blogging and about life and about chocolate. Especially about chocolate. We may have differed in our execution of chocolate desserts, but we both believed that chocolate is essential for a happy life. This much I know is true. #chocolateeverydamnday #chocolateforjoan

    Joan Hayes of Chocolate, Chocolate And More
    Joan Hayes. Photo credit: Shanna Schad

    I can’t actually see what I am writing right now through the tears. I don’t get very personal in this space very often. But Joan was truly a shining star in the food blogging world and I was fortunate to know her in the small way that I did. I will miss her deeply.

    So please, go grab yourself a piece of chocolate, whether it’s sugar-free or not. Raise it to your lips, savour it slowly, and think how lucky we are to have the lives and the loves we have. And I know Joan’s family would like for everyone to learn the signs and symptoms of heart attack in women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in America and the symptoms can be very different for those of men. Please familiarize yourself with these so you can recognize them in yourself or in loved ones. Symptoms of heart attack in women.

    Best low carb chocolate pie with a brownie filling and a grain-free almond flour crust.

    This recipe is modelled after Joan’s Easy Brownie Pie. Mine is perhaps not as easy and takes more steps. But it’s in the spirit of Joan and Joan’s recipes. Please check out her blog, time and again, to help continue her legacy and her support of her kids.

    May chocolate be with you, Joan. We miss you.

    Chocolate Brownie Pie REcipe - sugar-free, low carb, gluten-free, #chocolateforjoan

    Close up shot of a slice of brownie pie with ice cream on top.

    Keto Brownie Pie

    You simply can't go wrong with this gooey Keto Brownie Pie. So rich and chocolatey, it's the ultimate low carb treat for diehard brownie lovers!
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: brownie pie
    Prep Time: 25 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 266kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 9-inch pie pan glass or ceramic

    Ingredients

    • 1 recipe keto pie crust
    • ½ cup almond flour
    • ⅓ cup allulose
    • ⅓ cup Swerve Brown
    • ¼ cup cocoa powder
    • 3 tablespoon collagen protein
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoon butter melted
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 large egg yolk
    • 2 tablespoon cold coffee or water
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips, sugar-free
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    Crust

    • Preheat the oven to 325ºF and lightly grease a glass or ceramic pie pan. Prepare the crust according to the directions.
    • Press the crust into the bottom and sides of the prepared pan, coming only ¾ of the way up the sides. Crimp the edges decoratively and prick the bottom with a fork.
    • Bake 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.

    Brownie Filling

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, allulose, Swerve, cocoa powder, collagen, baking powder, and salt.
    • Stir in the butter, eggs, egg yolk, coffee, and vanilla extract until well combined. Spread the batter in the cooled crust.
    • Sprinkle the top with chocolate chips and bake 20 to 25 minutes, until set around the edges but still a little wet looking in the center. Remove and let cool completely.
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Brownie Pie
    Amount Per Serving (1 serving = 1/12th of pie)
    Calories 266 Calories from Fat 22
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2.4g4%
    Cholesterol 97mg32%
    Carbohydrates 7.2g2%
    Fiber 4.3g17%
    Protein 10.6g21%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Karen says

      March 18, 2016 at 11:58 am

      This was delicious! Even my teenagers who do not eat low carb loved it! Thanks for another great recipe, Carolyn. (I did not use the fiber syrup.)

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    2. Jennifer says

      February 22, 2016 at 3:00 pm

      Carolyn, what can be substituted for the fiber syrup?

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      • Samantha says

        February 22, 2016 at 3:41 pm

        When I made this that wasn’t on the recipe and it came out amazing. My guests didn’t even know it was low carb. I’d just leave it out.

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    3. Jackie says

      November 27, 2015 at 6:44 pm

      Thank you for the recipe! I used the pie crust in this recipe for my thanksgiving pumpkin pie, and received all thumbs up from my family. It tastes just like (or better than) regular pie crust. I am thankful for your passion and creativity for experimenting and creating many tasty recipes on this blog.

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      • Carolyn says

        November 28, 2015 at 9:24 am

        So glad to hear it!

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    4. Amy says

      November 10, 2015 at 9:12 pm

      What a BEAUTIFUL post!! I clicked over to her blog and man her recipes look amazing! I am loving all the guest posts to keep her blog alive, such a wonderful community of bloggers!

      Reply
    5. Kira says

      November 05, 2015 at 10:13 pm

      I made this one and wanted to give some feedback.

      One initial change I did make, was using an 8″ square pan instead of a pie pan. Based on the calories, I wanted to try for 16 portions, and I thought the square pan might be easier for that. I did not make any adjustments to the baking time, since an 8″ square pan is similar area to a 9″ pie pan. I didn’t take the crust up the side of the pan like you did on the pie pan; but just pressed it into the bottom of the pan.

      Speaking of the crust… Wow! That is so much like a real crust made from flour. I can’t wait to try that with a pumpkin pie. That’s a keeper.

      I didn’t have the fiber syrup. The brownie layer tastes great, but it is a little dry. If I make it again, I think I would increase the butter to a full 1/2 cup. What do you think? Would that help?

      Overall though, it’s wonderful. I love that you honored your friend and fellow blogger this way.

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    6. Serena says

      October 29, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      What a special dessert. And a special post. Truly a chocolate, chocolate dessert. And I’ll have fun making it – thanks for all the careful testing I can tell you did! (:

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    7. samantha says

      October 29, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      I am so sorry about your friend!! HUGS <3

      I made this pie tonight for friends coming over, but i had to use vegan butter and coconut whip cream because of a dairy allergy, it was a HIT!! the whole thing is gone between 4 kids and 4 adults! so so good! I also used 100% unsweetened dark chocolate baking bar vs sugar free chips. i zapped the bar in my ninja, it was amazing. Thank you for this recipe, i can't believe how good the crust was. <3

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      • Carolyn says

        October 29, 2015 at 9:46 pm

        So glad to hear it worked with your changes!

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    8. Jkim says

      October 29, 2015 at 7:53 pm

      What a lovely testament to your friend. I’m so sorry for your loss.

      I visited Joan’s blog and can guarantee I’ll revisit often! Her recipes look sooo delicious, and I think many can be easily adapted.

      With everything I’ve learned from reading your posts, I plan to make a low-carb version of her coffee cake in a mug this weekend.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        October 29, 2015 at 9:46 pm

        Wonderful! Thanks for your support.

        Reply
    9. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

      October 29, 2015 at 5:04 pm

      This is such a beautiful post. I agree that Joan was one of the very very good ones. The thing that never ceased to amaze me about her was her helpful spirit.

      Reply
    10. Rose | The Clean Dish says

      October 29, 2015 at 11:14 am

      Such a wonderful post, Carolyn. I’m sorry I never got to know Joan.

      Reply
    11. Jenny says

      October 29, 2015 at 11:11 am

      This looks great! I’ll make it today! I visited your friend Joan’s site already a couple times & am drooling over her delicious looking recipes! I’m sharing the link with my non low carb friends & family..(maybe I’ll sneak some of what they bake!)

      Reply
    12. Liz says

      October 29, 2015 at 9:56 am

      Such a beautiful tribute to Joan. She touched so many of us—all these posts are confirming what a wonderful, generous friend she was. She would love your gorgeous pie. xo

      Reply
    13. Molly says

      October 28, 2015 at 4:37 pm

      Sending lots of love to Joan’s children and family. Had I found her blog in my sugar eating days, I think I would have made every recipe on there!

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      • Carolyn says

        October 28, 2015 at 9:31 pm

        Me too!

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    14. Amanda says

      October 28, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      You have me in tears all over again. So lovely.

      Reply
    15. Sarah G says

      October 28, 2015 at 9:38 am

      Prayers for your friend and her family. 🙁 I clicked over to her site.

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      • Carolyn says

        October 28, 2015 at 9:43 am

        Thank you, Sarah. So much appreciated.

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    16. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

      October 28, 2015 at 9:14 am

      I’ve been able to hold it together today – up until now. Now I have tears running down my face. This is such a beautiful post and I think Joan would have been so honored at your low-carb recreation.

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    17. Mary says

      October 28, 2015 at 8:49 am

      You wrote this perfectly, through all the tears, Joan was truly an amazing friend. She’d have loved this gorgeous version of her pie as well.

      Reply
    18. Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) says

      October 28, 2015 at 8:44 am

      Such a sweet tribute! I met Joan last year at Click Retreat and she was so incredibly generous with her knowledge and experience. She will truly be missed and I feel so sad for her family and children, but hope this comforts them in some way.

      Reply
    19. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

      October 28, 2015 at 7:04 am

      What a gorgeous slice of pie in honor of a gorgeous person. Joan was a special lady and will be deeply missed!!

      Reply
    20. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

      October 28, 2015 at 5:52 am

      This pie looks incredible Carolyn. Joan would have loved it. I am so sad that she is gone, she was one in a million. Beautiful post. XO

      Reply
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