Passionfruit Pie

Passionfruit is underrated. It not only tastes like a tropical vacation, but it is a great source of antioxidants, including Vitamin A, C, polyphenols, and carotenoids. Why not get these benefits in dessert form?  This sweet, yet tart recipe is perfect to make for Mother’s Day or a Spring brunch!

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• ¼ cup coconut oil, melted + more for greasing the pie dish

• 1 cup oat flour

• ½ cup almond flour

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

• ½ teaspoon sea salt

• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

For the filling:

• 3 large eggs

• ½ cup maple syrup

• ½ cup full-fat coconut milk

• ½ cup passionfruit puree (see notes)

• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder

 Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish with coconut oil.

2. Make the crust. In a medium sized bowl, whisk the oat flour, almond flour, shredded coconut, and salt together. Slowly add the melted coconut oil and maple syrup, stirring between, until you have a formed dough. Using your fingers, gently press the dough into the pie pan, forming the sides as you wish along the edge. Bake in the oven for about 12 minutes until the crust starts to become golden brown. Allow crust to cool completely.

3. Meanwhile, make the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and maple syrup. Slowly add the coconut milk, whisking so there are no clumps. Then, add the passionfruit puree, continuing to whisk. Now, add the arrowroot. This mixture should be completely smooth. If you notice any chunks of white (either from the coconut milk or arrowroot powder), you can place the mixture in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

4. Pour the filling into the crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the pie is set around the edges and the middle is barely jiggly. Refrigerate overnight before serving (this is important!). The pie will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Note: I find the easiest way to get ½ cup passionfruit puree is to buy a frozen bag ofprecut passionfruit and allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight. It will melt into a thick puree perfect for this recipe!