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Dairy-Free Pumpkin Delight

Creamy Dairy-Free Pumpkin Delight with a Crunchy Pecan Crust

8servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Dairy-Free Pumpkin Delight

About this recipe

Enjoy a luscious, creamy pumpkin dessert that's completely dairy-free. Perfect as a satisfying treat, this dessert offers a delightful blend of pumpkin and spice over a crunchy pecan-infused crust. It’s ideal for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies, giving a mouthwatering experience without any compromise.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine pumpkin puree, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a medium saucepan.

  2. 2

    Whisk cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth, then add to the saucepan.

  3. 3

    Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thick and boiling. Lower heat and cook 2 more minutes.

  4. 4

    Let mixture cool slightly off the heat.

  5. 5

    Mix crushed graham crackers with melted coconut oil in a separate bowl until it resembles wet sand.

  6. 6

    Press the cracker mixture into a 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.

  7. 7

    Spread the cooled pumpkin mixture evenly over the crust.

  8. 8

    Top with chopped pecans. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.

  9. 9

    Serve chilled and enjoy!

Chef's tip

Ensure the dessert is thoroughly chilled before serving to achieve the best texture.

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