Keto Cajun Chocolate Pecan Pie: A Spicy and Decadent Dessert

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy (Butter)

Ingredients

• 1 9
• inch pre
• baked pie crust (almond flour based)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup Swerve granulated sweetener or other keto
• friendly sweetener
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup pecan halves

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sweetener, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Mix in the almond milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into the pre baked pie crust and arrange the pecan halves on top.
5. Bake for 30 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

Chef’s Insight

For an extra spicy kick, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling mixture.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and suitable for a keto diet.