This No-Bake High-Protein Pecan Pie delivers all the caramel-nut flavor of classic pecan pie — but with a nourishing protein boost and no oven needed. With a creamy, protein-packed filling and a nutty crust, it’s perfect for holidays, meal prep, or whenever you want a sweet treat without the sugar crash.

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Servings: 8

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 2–3 hours

Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes

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Ingredients

For the Crust (High-Protein, No-Bake):

• 1 ½ cups crushed pecans
• ½ cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 3 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil)
• 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup

For the High-Protein Filling:

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (high protein, 0% or 2%)
• ½ cup sugar-free maple syrup
• ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

For the Pecan Topping:

• 1 cup roughly chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

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Instructions

STEP 1: Make the High-Protein No-Bake Crust

1. In a bowl, combine crushed pecans, almond flour, protein powder, melted butter, and sugar-free maple syrup.
2. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
3. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.

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STEP 2: Prepare the High-Protein Filling

1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth.
2. Add vanilla protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. Blend until creamy, thick, and fully combined.
4. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.

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STEP 3: Make the Pecan Pie Topping

1. In a small pan over medium heat, melt butter.
2. Stir in sugar-free maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. Add chopped pecans and cook for 2–3 minutes until glossy and fragrant.
4. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
5. Spoon the pecan topping over the pie filling.

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STEP 4: Chill

• Refrigerate for 2–3 hours, or until the pie is fully set and firm enough to slice.

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Tips & Variations

• Extra Protein: Add 1–2 more tablespoons of protein powder to the filling if you like it thicker.
• Chocolate Version: Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder to the filling.
• Lower Fat: Use low-fat cream cheese and 0% Greek yogurt.
• Keto Option: Use monk fruit syrup and keep crust completely nut-based.

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Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate)

• Calories: 260
• Protein: 14g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 7g net
• Fiber: 3g