Raw Nut Pie Crust
This no-bake raw nut pie crust is a quick and easy alternative to traditional crusts. Made with wholesome nuts and natural sweeteners, it’s perfect for fresh fruit pies and raw cheesecakes!
Equipment
- Pie pan (8- or 9-inch),
- Measuring cups
- measuring spoons,
Ingrediënten
- 1 cup 120 g raw walnuts
- 1 cup 140 g raw cashews
- 1 cup 120 g raw almonds
- 4½ cups 1065 ml water (divided)
- 1 cup 142 g pitted dates
- ¼ cup 84 g agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
Instructies
- Place each cup of raw walnuts, cashews, and almonds in 1½ cups (355 ml) of water.
- Soak the nuts overnight.
- Drain the soaked nuts the next day.
- In a food processor, combine the drained nuts, dates, agave nectar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Process until a chunky paste forms.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of an 8- or 9-inch pie pan, evenly covering the base.
- Fill with your desired pie filling (such as Raw Lemon Cheesecake or fresh fruit filling).
- Chill the crust before serving or freeze for later use.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
This raw nut pie crust pairs beautifully with fresh fruit fillings or creamy raw cheesecakes. Serve chilled for the best texture!
Wine Advice:
A glass of crisp, chilled Prosecco or a light white wine like Chardonnay would complement the freshness of a fruit-filled pie.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 15 g | Salt: 0.1 g
