Vegetarian Southern Bean Pie

Discover the irresistible charm of this Vegetarian Southern Bean Pie, a unique twist on a soul food classic that’s both comforting and wholesome. Featuring creamy navy beans as the star ingredient, this velvety pie is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, complemented by the richness of unsweetened condensed milk and a touch of vanilla for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Nestled in a flaky 9-inch pie crust and baked to golden perfection, this dessert offers a surprisingly smooth and custard-like texture that will delight both skeptics and enthusiasts alike. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in an hour, this Southern-inspired treat is an ideal make-ahead dessert for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply an indulgent snack enjoyed with a comforting cup of tea.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups (cooked and mashed) Navy beans
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened condensed milk
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 0.25 cup (melted) Butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 9-inch Unbaked pie crust

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked and mashed navy beans, unsweetened condensed milk, and melted butter. Stir until smooth and well-blended.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the bean mixture, whisking thoroughly after each addition.

Step 4

Stir in the sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 5

Pour the filling into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Place the pie on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden brown.

Step 7

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Step 8

Slice into wedges and enjoy as a comforting dessert or a snack with a cup of tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(868.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2438.8

Total Fat 100.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 533.6mg	0%
Sodium 1576.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.6g	0%
Total Sugars 211.6g
Protein 52.7g	0%

Vitamin D 89.0IU	0%
Calcium 718.0mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1879.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 54.7%