Today I got for you healthy gluten free creamy no bake chocolate pie. It’s rich in protein, nuts, antioxdants and healthy fats.
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This was the first pie I ever made, and I couldn’t be happier! It’s easy, made with everyday ingredients, and it’s one of those recipes that makes you feel good about indulging.
Packed with protein and healthy fats, this chocolate pie is delicious enough for dessert but wholesome enough to enjoy for breakfast.
Remember what I said last time when I made pistachio cookies? My son has started asking all the time for treats. You know all the kid cartoon are all around treats, cupcakes, and ice cream! While food does bring joy, treats don’t need to be every day — we still need room for our greens and salads, right?
Why I used Greek yogurt
This is my first time ever I use it in a recipe on the blog (a lot of firsts lately in my blog!). I bought it just few times, because I always eat regular plain yogurt. And in many cuisines, plain yogurt makes a great side with savory dishes like the Arabic, Indian, and Turkish cuisine.
Here, in the U.S yogurt is mainly mixed with fruits and granola in a parfait. I don’t mind that, but unfortunately most yogurt brands are full of sugars, and artificial flavors. And it’s not cheap at all for a snack.
Why you should include Greek yogurt in your diet:
- It is higher in protein comparing to the regular yogurt.
- It contain probiotics, that are good for your digestive system.
- It may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes (that’s for all yogurt, not just the Greek)
- It may helps in weight loss too.
You should know that not all brands are equal. Some of them add chemicals to enhance the texture, and flavor artificially.
Walnuts and pecans:
Walnut and pecans are related,to the same family of nuts. But you know what’s the difference? Walnut made it to the top of the healthiest nuts, and pecan is on the bottom. I compared their health benefits before, read it here.
Here why you should include more nuts into your diet:
- Walnut is the best plant food that has good amounts of omega 3 that helps you against chronic diseases.
- Both of them are rich sources of antioxidants.
- Walnut is associated with low diabetes risk ,and maintain your heart health in a check.
- Both have monounsaturated fats that are good for you.
Pie
It is always associated with piles of creams, and sugar. But you can make turn into a healthy one! This pie is low in sugar, and high in protein comparing to other pies.
I made a healthy crust with coconut oil, it goes perfectly with nuts. It made the dough smooth, and I didn’t need to add any sugars, since coconut oil has a subtle sweet flavor.
This time I’m confident to say, I did combine many healthy food ingredients together without compensating the flavor. This pie doesn’t take a lot of your time, just a little bit of planning ahead!
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❓ FAQs
1. Can I make this pie dairy-free?
Yes! You can substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and cream cheese with a dairy-free version. The texture will stay creamy, and the flavor will be slightly tropical.
2. Can I replace brown sugar with honey or maple syrup?
Absolutely. Just reduce the total amount slightly since liquid sweeteners are sweeter and add moisture.
3. How long can I store it?
Keep it covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. It tastes even better on the second day once the flavors blend together.
4. Can I freeze the pie?
Yes, for up to one month. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
5. Can I make it without cream cheese?
You can! Add 2 more tablespoons of Greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon of nut butter to keep it rich and smooth.
6. What kind of nuts work best for the crust?
Walnuts, pecans, or almonds all work well. You can mix what you have — it’s a great way to reduce waste and add flavor variety.
Healthy No Bake Chocolate Pie
It is delicious, easy to make with available ingredients. And most importantly, this pie is packed with protein, and healthy fats. Actually, it is a pie you can eat for breakfast!
Ingredients
- The crust:
- 2 1/2 cup of nuts (I used 1 cup walnuts and 1 1/2 pecans)
- 4 Tb coconut oil
- The filling:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 6 Tb brown sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 8 Tb coco powder
- 1 medium mashed banana
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 Tb coconut oil
- 2 Tb cinnamon
- Toppings: (optional)
- Raspberries
- Sliced banana
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- First, in a food processor add walnut, and pecans. break the nuts in pulses, you do want them to turn into a butter.
- While the food processor is working, start adding coconut oil , one Tb at time. You may need less than 4. Tb, just make sure the mixture is moist, but firm.
- Now spread the dough into a 9 inch pie dish, and put it in the freezer for 15 minutes. (Cover it with a plastic wrap, just above the base,not on the dish itself).
- In a wide bowl add banana, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Mix them well. You can use a an electrical, or a manual.whisk,
- Add coco powder gradually to make sure all of it mix well. Then add cream cheese gradually too.
- Now fold the Greek yogurt gently, because you don't want to lose the airy texture of it.
- Remove the dough from the freezer, and pour the filing gently, and keep the pie in the refrigerator.
- Serve it cold after 8-12 hours, with fruits, and whipped cream, if desired
Notes
Use a banana that’s ripe but not overly soft since this is a no-bake pie.
Adjust the nut mix to what you have on hand — it’s a great way to reduce food waste.
Have you tried a healthy pie? What do you think we can add to make pies healthy?
