Almond Flour Pie Crust {Gluten-Free}

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It’s time to make a gluten-free pie crust that’s perfect for the holidays! A simple Almond Flour Pie Crust takes just 6 ingredients to make. Just like our Gluten-Free Pie Crust, this recipe works with any of your favorite pie fillings.

Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust baked in white pie plate.

Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust

Who says that you can’t make a gluten-free pie for everyone to enjoy? If you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, this simple pie crust recipe is sure to be the star of the dessert spread.

No guests will have to pass on pie because the crust is off limits with this gluten-free alternative. Making this pie crust with almond flour also keeps it low carb and adds a lovely nuttiness to whatever you bake.

See how quickly you can make an almond flour pie crust by following the simple step-by-step instructions below.

Ingredients for Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust measured in bowls.

Ingredients

  • Almond Flour: The gluten-free base of the pie crust dough.
  • Tapioca Starch: Binds ingredients together and adds a hint of sweetness.
  • White Sugar: For sweetness.
  • Salt: Brings the flavors together.
  • Egg: Helps bind the ingredients to form a dough.
  • Butter: Adds moisture and richness to the crust.

How to Make Almond Flour Pie Crust

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch pie pan with butter. Set aside. Combine almond flour, tapioca starch, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add in the egg and butter. Mix with a rubber spatula, then knead to combine. 
  3. Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper. Roll into a 13-inch circle. Remove the top piece of parchment and flip it onto the pie pan.
  4. Press together and mend any rips. Use a fork to poke a few holes in the center. Bake for 15 minutes. Add your filling, then bake per the pie recipe.
Four steps to make Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust.

Tips for Making Almond Flour Pie Crust

  • If you want to add a pretty look, you can pinch around the edges to form a crimped crust.
  • Make sure you don’t skip parbaking the pie crust before using. This helps keep the crust nice and crisp.
  • Don’t overfill the pie! If you do, you’ll have a mess in the oven and a pie crust that may end up being soggy on the bottom.
  • You can make the pie dough ahead of time and store in several ways. Keep the ball of dough wrapped in plastic wrap, roll out the raw crust and store in a covered pan, or pre-bake it. No matter which route you go, make sure to keep the dough in the fridge.

How Will I Know When the Pie Crust Is Done Baking?

Pay close attention to the edges of the pie crust. That is the area that will start to brown first, indicating that the crust is ready. Don’t overbake since the crust will go back into the oven once it’s filled.

Close up shot of Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust baked in white pie plate.

It all depends on the season and time of year. For Thanksgiving, classics like pumpkin pie, apple pie, and pecan pie always top the list.

You’ll also find that fruit pies are really popular during the summer months and chocolate pies tend to top the list during Christmas time.

One thing’s for sure—you can’t go wrong with homemade pies! This easy almond flour crust recipe is a great pairing with any pie filling.

Substitutions

  • If you want to add more fall flavor to the crust, mix in a little bit of ground cinnamon. Just be sure to stir it well so that there aren’t clumps in the mixture.
Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust in white pie plate with striped towel.

Easy Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pie Crust

This simple and delicious almond flour pie crust is better than anything from the store. Fill it with your favorite pie filling and enjoy with family and friends around the holiday table.

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Almond Flour Pie Crust

Servings: 9 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
All you need is 6 ingredients and 20 minutes to make this gluten-free almond flour pie crust!

Ingredients 

  • 2⅓ cups almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon tapioca starch
  • ¼ cup butter, melted, then cooled slightly
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch pie pan with butter. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca starch, salt, and sugar.
  • Add the egg and butter to the bowl. Mix with a rubber spatula, then knead to combine.
  • Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to flatten into a 13-inch circle.
  • Remove the top piece of parchment and flip it onto the pie pan. Press together and mend any rips. Use a fork to poke a few holes in the center.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
  • Add your filling, then bake per the instructions of the pie recipe. Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you want to add a pretty look, you can pinch around the edges to form a crimped crust.
  • Make sure you don’t skip parbaking the pie crust before using. This helps keep the crust nice and crisp.
  • Don’t overfill the pie! If you do, you’ll have a mess in the oven and a pie crust that may end up being soggy on the bottom.
  • If you want to add more fall flavor to the crust, mix in a little bit of ground cinnamon. Just be sure to stir it well so that there aren’t clumps in the mixture.
  • You can make the pie dough ahead of time and store in several ways. Keep the ball of dough wrapped in plastic wrap, roll out the raw crust and store in a covered pan, or pre-bake it. No matter which route you go, make sure to keep the dough in the fridge.
  • Mama says, “Make sure to always check your labels!
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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 178mgPotassium: 9mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 188IUCalcium: 66mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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About Claire Cary

Claire is a food photographer, recipe developer, and blogger based in Austin, Texas. She founded the blog Eat With Clarity, which was born out of her love for food, health, photography, and again… food!

Claire was diagnosed with celiac disease in early 2020, which sparked her mission to share gluten-free recipes that taste just as good as the real thing. She places a high value on sharing photos that entice the viewer and make the recipe shine. Her photos and recipes have been featured in publications such as Thrive Magazine, Buzzfeed, Yahoo, Self, and more.

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6 Comments

  1. Hi There! I’d love to give this recipe a try but if I am making a 2 layer pie can I bipass the parbaking? I want to make an apple pie that needs a bottom and top layer.

  2. Hi. I’m eager to try this and a wondering if it would work for a galette. Will I be able to fold it, without the support of a pie plate? New to gluten free and loving all the options. Thank you 🙂