Healthier Chocolate Pecan Pie

1 cup raw pecans (plus extras for garnish)

12.3 oz silken-firm tofu

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/4 tsp salt

2 tsp cornstarch

1/2 cup pure maple syrup

pinch uncut stevia OR 1 tablespoon sugar 

2 tbsp molasses

2 tbsp cocoa powder

 

Instructions

Blend all ingredients, except pecans, in a food processor until very smooth. Then add the pecans and pulse a few times until they’re chopped. Pour into a prepared pie crust.

 

Top with additional pecans if desired.

 

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees, for 45 minutes.

 

Chill for 45-60 minutes (I let mine chill over night).  Slice and enjoy!

 

 

Nutritional Facts:



Per slice (Makes 6 slices)

• 245 calories
• 3 grams fiber
• 0 mg cholesterol
• 13g fat (heart-healthy, unsaturated fats from the pecans)
• 5 grams protein

In comparison: A traditional piece of pecan pie has 579 calories, 33 grams of fat, and 169 mg cholesterol (Nutritional info from Allercipes.com)