Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

unbaked low-fat pie shell

unbaked

1 cup

fruit sweetener

prepared

1 ounce

plain gelatin

0.33 cup

unsweetened applesauce

3 tbsp

water

2 tbsp

cornstarch

3 unit

eggs

2 tsp

vanilla

2 tbsp

strong coffee

prepared

24 unit

pecan halves

0.5 cup

frozen apple juice concentrate

thawed

0.5 cup

granular fructose

Step 1
~6 min

Mix 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) and 1/2 cup granulated fructose to make fruit sweetener.

Step 2
~6 min

Prepare pastry and place in a 9-inch pie pan.

Step 3
~6 min

In a large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, gelatin, and applesauce.

Step 4
~6 min

Beat the mixture with an electric mixer.

Step 5
~6 min

In a small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth.

Step 6
~6 min

Add the cornstarch mixture to the fruit sweetener mixture and blend.

Step 7
~6 min

Beat in the eggs, one at a time.

Step 8
~6 min

Stir in vanilla and coffee.

Step 9
~6 min

Pour the mixture into the pie shell.

Step 10
~6 min

Decorate the top with pecan halves.

Step 11
~6 min

Bake for 30-40 minutes at 375F, or until the custard is set.

Step 12
~6 min

Cool slightly before cutting and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the pecan halves before adding to the pie for a richer flavor.

Cover the edges of the pie crust with foil to prevent burning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coffee
Tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100