Sugar Free Pecan Pie

8 servings Prep: 10 m Cook: 55 m Total: 1 h 5 m Intermediate
5.0/5 (22)
Sugar Free Pecan Pie
Diabetic or just avoiding sugar? Here’s a delicious pecan pie with Splenda and sugar-free honey you can enjoy—and the best part is it doesn’t taste sugar free! The sugar free honey brand is called Honey Tree (not really honey). It is found at the larger Wal-Marts or super centers. A visitor recommended blind baking the crust for just five minutes or so to keep the crust from getting too soggy because the filling is very runny when you pour it in. It was also recommended to crush some extra pecans and sprinkle them on the bottom before you pour the filling in.

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 1 cup sugar free honey
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup Splenda
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 1/4 cups pecans
  • 1 9-inch deep dish pie shell

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. We recommend blind baking the crust for just five minutes or so to keep the crust from getting too soggy because the filling is very runny when you pour it in. Also crush some extra pecans and sprinkle them on the bottom before you pour the filling in.
  2. In a large bowl combine the sugar-free honey, eggs, Splenda, butter and vanilla until well blended. Stir in pecans and pour into deep dish pie shell.
  3. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center of the pie comes out clean. Let the pie cool, cut and serve! If you like, top with Cool Whip Lite.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why is my pie filling so runny when I pour it in?

A: The sugar-free honey makes this filling naturally more liquid than traditional pecan pie. That's why we recommend blind baking the crust for 5 minutes first and adding crushed pecans to the bottom to help absorb some moisture and prevent a soggy crust.

Q: Can I tell this is sugar-free when I taste it?

A: Most people can't tell the difference! The combination of sugar-free honey and Splenda mimics the sweetness of traditional pecan pie very well. Just make sure you use a quality sugar-free honey like Honey Tree brand.

Q: How do I know when the pie is done?

A: Insert a knife in the center of the pie—it should come out clean when the pie is fully set. This typically takes 50-55 minutes at 350 degrees, but ovens vary, so use the knife test as your guide.

Tips and Techniques

For best results, let the pie cool completely before cutting—this allows the filling to set properly and makes for cleaner slices. The pie actually tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Splenda: any granular sugar substitute that measures cup-for-cup like sugar
  • sugar-free honey (Honey Tree brand): sugar-free pancake syrup or sugar-free corn syrup
  • butter: margarine or plant-based butter
  • deep dish pie shell: regular 9-inch pie shell

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch deep dish pie pan
  • Knife for testing doneness

Historical Context

Pecan pie is a beloved Southern dessert, especially popular during the holidays. This sugar-free adaptation makes the classic accessible to diabetics and those watching their sugar intake without sacrificing the rich, nutty flavor Louisiana is known for.