Your best resource for every occasion, this Dairy-Free & Gluten-Free Pie Roundup is full of homemade recipes! From pumpkin to apple, and everything in between, these pies are made with simple ingredients and full of flavor. Guaranteed to please, choose your favorite or bake them all!
Do Pies Have Gluten?
Yes, traditional pie recipes are made with gluten-containing flours, most commonly in the crust. Even crustless pies typically contain some sort of flour in the batter in order to help hold the ingredients together. Therefore, it is super important to double-check the ingredient lists before making or consuming pie! However, with easy swaps, any recipe can be turned into a gluten-free pie that tastes just as delicious as the original.
Gluten-Free “Cheaters” Pie Crust
The easiest way to make a gluten-free pie is with 3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Pie Crust! Super flexible, you can use this recipe to make either a sweet or savory crust. To start, you’ll need gluten-free bread (yes, bread), butter or refined coconut oil, an egg, and water. Then, just follow the simple steps in this recipe video!
Instructions
- Blend & Form. Cut the bread into small pieces, and blend it in a food processor until a meal-like texture is formed. Then, add the egg, pulse a few times, and add the butter or coconut oil. Process all of the ingredients until a dough has formed.
- Refrigerate. Roll the dough into a ball, and store it in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Roll Out and Bake. Once all of the ingredients are combined and chilled, roll the dough out as you would a regular pie crust, and bake it in the oven for roughly 30 minutes.
Traditional Gluten-Free Pie Crust
You can also make traditional gluten-free pie crust with gluten-free all purpose flour, ice water, and butter or plant-based butter! Like we did in our latest pumpkin pie recipe. This method takes slightly longer but is equally as delicious!
Baking Tip: For pies with a more liquid center such as no-bake pies, fruit pies, or even quiche, par-baking (also known as blind baking) the crust is the best way to prevent it from becoming soggy.
To do so, simply bake the crust for roughly 15 minutes or until it begins to brown. Then, add your filling, and bake as usual.
Pro-Tip: To save some time, skip this step and use a pre-made gluten-free pie crust mix or a frozen gluten-free pie crust shell instead!
For the Filling
Of course, creating the pie filling is largely determined by what kind of pie you’re making. However, there are a few tips and tricks to help you create an allergy-friendly recipe without sacrificing flavor regardless of which gluten-free pie you make!
Dairy-Free Pie: You can replace dairy such as milk or butter with non-dairy options. However, the secret to creating truly creamy dairy free gluten-free pies is to use coconut milk instead!
Egg-Free Pie: Most people use flax eggs to replace eggs in pie recipes, but I much prefer to replace eggs with extra starch such as arrowroot starch, tapioca starch, or cornstarch instead. The starch binds with the milk or coconut milk to create a thick, slightly squishy texture similar to a regular pie.
Tips for the Best Pies
Making a pie isn’t tough, but there are a few simple tips and tricks that will ensure you get the best gluten-free pie recipes every time!
- Keep the ingredients cold – Keep your butter in the fridge, and add ice cubes to the water for the best results when making pie crust. Keeping the dough cold will allow the butter to soak in while baking and create a soft, flaky crust.
- Don’t touch the dough – Okay, it’s not realistic not to touch your pie dough ever, but handling it as little as possible will prevent it from picking up any oils from your hands and becoming too warm.
- Place pies on a baking sheet – Preheat a sheet pan in the oven, and place your pie pan on it in the oven on the lowest rack to prevent soggy crust. It also helps catch any runover that may occur from an overly full pie pan!
- Cool completely – Unlike other desserts like cookies or brownies that can be enjoyed right out of the oven, pies need time to set. Otherwise, their center will be runny and nearly impossible to slice.
How to Store Gluten-Free Pie
Depending on what kind of pie you make, they are all stored slightly differently. For a complete breakdown of proper storage practices, check out this article. However, in general, the best way to store pies of all kinds is covered in the refrigerator. Or, wrap them completely, and place them in the freezer!
Best Gluten-Free & Crustless Pies
Pumpkin Pie (Dairy-Free Option)
Quick and easy to make this classic gluten free pumpkin pie has all the traditional flavor you love with simple dairy free ingredients for a delicious pie the whole family can enjoy!
The Best Apple Crisp
Celebrate fall with the best gluten-free apple crisp recipe you’ll ever make! It’s warm and soft in the center, crisp and buttery on top, and ready in minutes! Dairy-free option.
Crustless Impossible Apple Pie
This Gluten-Free Apple Pie is full of warm flavors and made with simple ingredients in under an hour for an easy dairy-free dessert! A pie that forms its own crust while baking, saving you time in the kitchen.Â
Crustless Sweet Potato Pie
This crustless sweet potato pie is impossibly easy to make- the crust forms in the oven! Make the recipe with simple ingredients for a delicious paleo dessert.
Chocolate Bourbon Pumpkin Pie
Upgrade your favorite holiday dessert this season with this easy crustless, gluten-free chocolate bourbon pie recipe! Alcohol-free option, too.
Old-Fashioned Apricot Pie
This old-fashioned apricot pie is adapted from Grandma’s recipe, using dried apricots for a delicious, sweet, tart taste. Gluten-free and dairy-free friendly!
Coconut Berry Crisp
This simple summer dessert is perfect when you crave a treat but want to keep it on the healthy side.
Best Gluten-Free Vegan Pies
Vegan Pumpkin Pie
Learn how to make the best vegan pumpkin pie recipe with a homemade gluten-free crust, simple ingredients, and easy steps for a crowd-pleasing holiday dessert!
Vegan Dirt Pie
Whip up this vegan dirt pie recipe for a show stopping dessert that’s dairy free, gluten free, and delicious!
Gluten-Free Honorable Mentions
Not quite pies but still in the pie family, these honorable mentions are handheld takes on popular pie recipes!
Pumpkin Bars
This Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars Recipe features soft, sweet, spiced cake-like bars topped with cashew cream frosting or coconut cream frosting for the perfect fall treat! We provide a dairy-free option, too.Â
Apple Crisp Bars
Gluten-free apple crisp bars with a crumble oat topping, warm spiced apple filling, and soft, chewy layers. Perfect for fall baking!
Fruit Hand Pies
Enjoy all the flavor of your favorite pie with minimal prep time and a fraction of the work thanks to this easy gluten free hand pies recipe!
Pecan Pie Bars
This pecan pie bar recipe is gluten free, grain free, and vegan, made with paleo flour and natural sugars. Skip the traditional pie and serve these bars for a healthier holiday dessert.
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Dip
Gluten free, dairy free, and delicious, this vegan pumpkin dip recipe is the perfect make-ahead snack for holiday parties and everything in between. Made with simple pantry staples. Serve it with apple slices, gluten free crackers, cookies, and more!
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