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Mini Paleo Pumpkin Pies

I’m kind of all about the mini’s this fall. Maybe because I have two little mini’s of my own now. Maybe because food in miniature form is just so fun. Or maybe because I like to think it helps me with self control, which in reality is a total bust when I can’t stop eating just one of these mini paleo pumpkin pies.

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These mini pumpkin pies are naturally sweetened, gluten free, dairy free, and paleo! Perfect for a paleo Thanksgiving!

My children resemble me much more than my husband – poor guy. He has the most crystal-blue eyes you’ll ever see in your life and our boys inherited my dark browns. And although the physical traits are fun and all, I’m REALLY hoping they also inherit my deep love of pumpkin pie.The hubs isn’t a huge pumpkin fan, which is a problem when you make 24 mini paleo pumpkin pies – basically I had to eat these all myself. I mean, I could have offered some to my neighbors, but I guess they kind of disappeared went straight into my belly before I had the chance…

They’re just SOOOO darn cute and SOOOO easy to pop in your mouth when you’re craving dessert. But take my advice – make these mini paleo pumpkin pies for a fall get together or Thanksgiving day. Because when you look at that empty tupperware and think to yourself, “wow, I pretty much just ate an entire pumpkin pie”, it’s kind of shocking.

Paleo pumpkin pies in mini form are so cute, but also naturally sweetened! Made with a pecan and coconut crust.

Story time: when I was a kid, mom made this huge batch of chocolate chip cookies. I asked my dad one afternoon if I could have one, to which he told me not before we had dinner that evening. So while he was showering, my five-year-old brain went into full McGuiver mode, scheming how I could have a cookie without him noticing. I don’t know why, but I thought taking a small bite out of EVERY SINGLE COOKIE would be sneakier than stealing an entire cookie from the batch. Because SURELY he would know if one was missing, but wouldn’t see the bite marks on every.single.one. Moral of the story, (aside from lying is bad and he totally noticed), I seriously lack self control, and when I need sweets, I NEED them.

These mini pumpkin pies are naturally sweetened, gluten free, dairy free, and paleo! Perfect for entertaining this holiday season

The holidays are all about giving, right?! So instead of hoarding all these for yourself, DO make them and DO bring them to share. Not only will peeps be impressed and baby talk these little mini paleo pumpkin pies (because they are so darn cute), they’ll be blown away when you tell ’em these pies are gluten free, dairy free, and naturally sweetened. Healthy and adorable?! No one can resist.

Made with a pecan and coconut crust, and baked in a mini muffin tin, there are a few special tricks I used to make sure each ‘lil pie came out perfect. First, pulse the pecans, coconut, honey, cinnamon, and melted coconut oil in a food processor until well combined and crumbly. Next, cut thin, narrow strips of parchment paper into 5-inch long strips and place the strips on top of each mini mold. Scoop one heaping tablespoon of the crust mixture and press it on top of the parchment strip and into the muffin mold to create the nut crust.

These mini paleo pumpkin pies start with an amazing pecan and coconut crust!

Combine pumpkin puree, coconut cream, honey, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and eggs in a separate bowl. Then pour one tablespoon of the pumpkin mixture on top of each individual crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, or until the center is set. Be careful not to bake too long, or the crust may burn. Once the mini paleo pumpkin pies are cooled, gently grab both ends of the parchment paper and lift each mini pie out of the molds.

Healthy (and paleo) mini pumpkin pies. Sweetened with maple syrup and honey, with a coconut pecan crust

If you like a SUPER sweet pie, try adding a little more honey to the pumpkin mixture. I absolutely thought it was sweet enough, because I really like a good pumpkin flavor, but feel free to play with the mixture a bit to get the desired sweetness you prefer. Just don’t take a nibble out of every pie and think no one will notice. It’s not that sneaky.

This paleo-inspired fall classic is sure to be the talk of Thanksgiving. And soooo much more fun than a slice of pie, wouldn’t you agree? Get your ‘miniature’ game on with these mini paleo pumpkin pies and another mini pumpkin-inspired treat – paleo pumpkin pie mini marshmallows.

Looking for another healthy dish to share this Thanksgiving? You gotta try whole30 scalloped sweet potatoes.

All-natural, real food ingredients make these individual paleo pumpkin pies the perfect healthy fall dessert

What’s your favorite pumpkin dessert?

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Mini Paleo Pumpkin Pies
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Serves: 24
 
Ingredients
Coconut Pecan Crust
  • 1 cup pecans
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 teaspoons raw honey
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
Pumpkin Pie Filling
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup coconut cream (the thick stuff at the top of the can of full-fat coconut milk)
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey (or more to yield a sweeter pie)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 large eggs
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  2. Add the pecans, coconut, honey, cinnamon, and melted coconut oil into a food processor and pulse until well combined and crumbly
  3. Cut thin, narrow strips of parchment paper into 5-inch long strips and place the strips on top of each mini muffin mold
  4. Scoop one heaping tablespoon of the crust mixture and press it on top of the parchment strip to create the nut base. Compact the mixture on the bottom of the mold
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, coconut cream, honey, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and eggs. Beat on low just until the mixture is well combined
  6. Scoop one tablespoon of the pumpkin mixture on top of each crust
  7. Place into the oven for 20 minutes, or until each center is set. Be careful not to bake too long, as the crusts could burn
  8. Once the pies are cooled, gently grab both ends of the parchment paper and lift each mini pie out of the molds

 

These paleo pumpkin pies are a sweet mini treat, without the refined sugar, dairy, and grains. A coconut pecan crust topped with a delicious pumpkin-pie topping. Sure to impress this Thanksgiving!
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  22. I love how as I was reading this recipe I was thinking of eating them all for myself and then I read the sentence where you’re like “don’t hoard them, share!” I was like, “share?? what does that even mean?” Haha kidding. In all seriousness these look delicious and I can’t believe their paleo. I would dive into these mouth first!

    Danielle | http://www.FollowMyGut.com <3

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    • Thanks Danielle! You are certainly a girl after my own heart. Sharing food is a serious issue for me – seriously I am a food hoarder. I may or may not hide goodies from my husband…

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  25. These mini pumpkin pies look like JUST the right amount of dessert! I love pumpkin pie but for some reason, I only like a few bites at a time, so these are right up my alley. And I love the story about you sneaking a bite from each cookie…gotta love little kid logic, right?!

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    • I wish I could still apply child logic to life. I mean, just do what you want, cry when you need to, demand a cookie (or pumpkin pie). LOL! Thanks girl! Love your blog.

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