INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/3 cups blanched almond flour
• 1/3 cup tapioca flour
• 1/2 tsp. sea salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 2 tbsp. coconut sugar or raw honey
• 1 tsp ground vanilla bean

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine almond flour, tapioca flour, sea salt, ground vanilla bean, egg, and coconut sugar (if using coconut sugar). Pulse 2-3 times to combine the dry ingredients.
2. Add coconut oil and raw honey (if using raw honey) to the mixture in the food processor. Pulse several times for one second each and then let the food processor run until the mixture forms a dough.
3. Pour the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Wrap the dough and press it into a 9-inch disk. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the oven rack in the middle position.
5. Remove the plastic wrap from the chilled dough. Press the dough onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch buttered pie dish. Crimp the edges of the crust slightly for decoration.
6. Chill the pie crust in the refrigerator for an additional 20 minutes.
7. Bake the pie crust in the preheated oven until it turns golden brown.

You can use this almond flour pie crust as a base for various sweet or savory pies. It’s a versatile and gluten-free option that pairs well with a wide range of fillings. Enjoy experimenting with different pie fillings and flavors!

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

DF (Dairy-Free)

Here are some variations of the almond flour pie crust recipe:

1. Chocolate Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a chocolate-flavored crust. You can also increase the coconut sugar or raw honey slightly to enhance sweetness.
2. Lemon Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the dry ingredients for a zesty lemon-flavored crust. Pair this crust with lemon or citrus-flavored fillings.
3. Nutty Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Mix in 1/4 cup of finely chopped nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds) along with the almond flour to add extra nutty flavor and texture.
4. Spiced Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Incorporate 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon or pumpkin spice to the dry ingredients for a warm and aromatic spiced crust.
5. Herbed Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, or basil) to the dough for a savory pie crust perfect for quiches and savory tarts.
6. Savory Parmesan Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Mix in 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese to the dry ingredients for a savory and cheesy crust. This works well for savory pies and quiches.
7. Maple Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Substitute the coconut sugar or raw honey with maple syrup for a delightful maple-flavored crust. Adjust the amount of maple syrup to achieve the desired sweetness.
8. Coconut Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Add 1/4 cup of shredded coconut to the dough for a tropical twist to your pie crust.
9. Gingerbread Almond Flour Pie Crust:
   • Add 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground cloves to the dry ingredients for a festive and spiced gingerbread-flavored crust.
10. Cardamom Almond Flour Pie Crust:
    • Incorporate 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom to the dry ingredients for a unique and aromatic cardamom-spiced crust.