Want the perfect base for your low-carb pies that isn’t made with almond flour? Give this simple coconut flour pie crust a try for both sweet and savory pies.

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It seems that every year, the holiday season creeps up on my and I'm left scrambling at the last minute. It also gives me a good reason to bake some sugar-free pies.
I've created a lot of recipes for a keto pie crust over the years. The recipe I usually use for holiday pies is the one found on my key lime pie recipe. That was the first crust I ever made with coconut flour. But, that recipe also includes almond flour.
Since then, I've also created a really good almond flour pie crust that is really close to a regular pie crust in taste and texture. But that one isn't a good option for those who need something nut-free.
I know a few people who are sensitive to nuts so it’s nice to have an option for them. That's why I created this easy coconut flour pie crust recipe.
This crust is safe for those with a nut sensitivity and doesn't have a strong coconut flavor like my coconut pie crust. That makes it a much better alternative to a traditional crust.
Why you'll love it
There are many people who prefer coconut flour over almond flour and I'm one of them. It's much lighter than nut flours and gives baked goods a texture more like all purpose flour.
This buttery pie crust is light and flaky. You can use it for either savory or sweet pies. Just omit the low carb sweetener for savory.
That makes it great to use for keto desserts as well as savory dishes like a low-carb chicken pot pie.
Ingredients
There's only five simple ingredients needed for the recipe and you probably already have everything you need right in your kitchen!
Coconut flour
The gluten free flour used in the crust is coconut flour because it's low-carb and keto-friendly.
Eggs
When baking with coconut flour, you'll need an adequate amount of eggs. They act as the main binder and add the protein needed without gluten.
Butter
For a rich and buttery taste, you'll want to use real salted butter. If you want a dairy-free crust, butter flavored coconut oil will work too.
Sweetener
I prefer using a monk fruit granular sweetener but you can use my keto sweetener conversion calculator to substitute with any low-carb sugar substitute.
Salt
A touch of salt is added to enhance the flavor of baked goods. If you don't use it the taste may be flat and bland.
Note: You'll find all the exact amounts used in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post which is shown with a green background.

Quick tips
- Use a pie crust shield. The edges of the crust can burn easily so be sure to use a pie shield or foil over the edges to prevent burning
- Adjust liquid if needed. The absorbency of coconut flour can vary so you need to make sure you use the right amount of eggs and liquid. I recommend gradually adding in the melted butter and adding more if the consistency of the dough isn't right. You can always add in a bit more flour if it gets too sticky.
- Sprinkle on flour. To prevent the dough from sticking to the sheets of parchment paper, wax paper, or plastic wrap while rolling, it's best to sprinkle on a little coconut flour onto the dough. You only need a very small amount.
- Adjust flour if needed. If you find the dough to be a bit sticky when forming it into a ball, it’s best to knead in more coconut flour. However, you need to be careful not to add too much.
- Combine mix in pie pan. You can mix up all the ingredients right in the pie pan. You’d just need to press it out with your hands or a small pastry roller.
Instructions
Most recipes require the use of a food process to work cold butter into the coconut flour. However, there's no need for a food processor with this low carb pie crust recipe. I find there's very little difference in texture between the crust and one made with the food processor method.
Melt butter
Melt the butter. I like to melt the butter in a microwavable bowl for a minute or two on 30% power.

Add main ingredients
Once you have your butter melted, you'll add in the eggs, sweetener, salt, and coconut flour. Stir well until a dough forms.

Form crust
Once you have your dough, you'll form it into a ball with your hands. Then place the ball between sheets of wax paper, parchment paper, or plastic wrap.
Flatten out the ball by rolling over the top sheet with a rolling pin until you have a circle that's a few inches larger in diameter than your pie dish.
Remove the top paper and invert into pie dish. Then remove the remaining paper from the dough. Press dough into pie pan being sure press it along the sides of the pan.
Sometimes, the dough does crack when transferring to the pan. But, I just press dough back together.

Prep for baking
Trim the excess dough from the edges of the pan and flute the edges with your fingers.
If baking an unfilled crust, poke small holes in the bottom of the crust using the tines of a fork. This prevents bubbles and pockets from forming if steam gets trapped under the crust while baking. Pie weights can do the same thing.

Bake
Before baking, cover the edges of the crust with a pie shield or aluminum foil. This will prevent the edges from becoming burned.
For an unfilled crust, bake for about 10 minutes in a preheated 400°F oven. Cool completely on a wire rack before adding your filling.
There's no need to pre-bake the crust for a baked filling. It will cook as the filling is baked. However, some recipes may call for a partially baked pie crust.

️ Serving suggestions
You can use this basic pie crust recipe for either a no bake or baked filling. It works great with the no-bake filling used in my keto coconut cream pie and my sugar free banana cream pie. But you can also use if for the baked filling in my strawberry cream cheese pie.
FAQs
Before sharing the full recipe, I wanted to go over some questions that people often have about making a crust with coconut flour.
Coconut flour is a good substitute for wheat flour in baking, but it has a very different consistency and flavor. It can be used in recipes with less liquid than wheat flour, so you may need to add more eggs or oil to compensate. Depending on the recipe, it may also require more baking powder or baking soda.
Yes, you can use coconut flour for crusts. Coconut flour is a great alternative to almond flour because it is gluten-free and has a lower glycemic index than most other flours. It has a light, sweet taste that complements savory foods.
The type of flour that you use will depend on the recipe you are following. Many people find almond flour is the best low-carb option for pie crust because it's about 75% fat. Coconut flour is defatted so you need to add a good amount of fat to use it for a crust.
There are a few things you can do to make your pie crust more moist. You can use a little bit of water or keto-friendly milk alternative in the dough to make it less dry. Or, add an egg for extra moisture. You can also brush the crust with an egg wash before baking it to help it stay moist.
Related recipes
Need some more ideas for using this crust in keto pie recipes? Here's a few more of my favorites.
- Keto apple pie gives you the same classic fall flavors without the sugar crash.
- Low-carb pecan pie has a rich and gooey sweet taste but none of the heavy carbs.
- Keto key lime pie has a smooth and creamy filling perfect for spring and summer.
- Sugar free chocolate pie is made with a thick chocolate pudding topped with whipped cream.
- Keto lemon meringue pie is just what you need to celebrate the start of spring.
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Recipe

Coconut Flour Pie Crust - Gluten free
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Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup low carb sugar substitute (or Sukrin:1) leave out for savory
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup coconut flour sifted (about 77g)
Instructions
- Place butter in a microwavable bowl. Microwave until melted.
- Add eggs, sweetener, and salt. Mix well.
- Stir in sifted coconut flour until dough forms.
- Knead dough for about a minute and then form into a ball. If too sticky, knead in a little more coconut flour.
- Roll out dough between wax paper to about ⅛ inch thick.
- Turn rolled out dough into a 9 inch pie pan.
- Prick bottom and sides of crust with a fork. Use a pie crust shield to prevent burning the edges.
- Bake crust at 400°F for 10 minutes. Cool completely on wire rack.
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
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First published on November 7, 2016. Last updated on February 12, 2021, with new images, additional recipe information, and tips.
Linda Nichols
Thanks so much for a nut free option for crusts. Both my kids as they aged are nut allergic and on KETO diet, it is tough to find other options that "work"
Martine
Would this recipe work as the top of something like a pot pie?
Lisa
I am just curious. In your 1st pumpkin pie recipe from 2011 (the Almond Milk Pumpkin Pie), you used a whey protein in the crust but here you did not. Why did you decide to use it back then but not now or what did the protein bring to the recipe? Thank you - I'm just loving your recipes & videos!!
Lisa MarcAurele
I was experimenting with whey protein in the other crust which makes the texture lighter.
Chris
Can I use walnut flour? If not, do you have any recipes using walnut flour?
Thx
Lisa MarcAurele
Walnut flour should work in an all nut flour recipe like this almond flour pie crust recipe.
Joan Cimino
I've made this crust a few times and it always turns out perfectly. Very easy and tasty!
Tara
Thank you for this wonderful recipe, I’ve been making French silk with this crust and it’s absolutely to die for!! A hit with my family and friends- especially for those who are gluten free!
karen
how do you transfer the dough using the wax paper?
Lisa MarcAurele
Very carefully. But don't worry if it breaks or cracks. I just smooth everything out with my fingers or a small roller.
Crystal
Hi. I am making homemade apple pie using a coconut pie crust. I want to freeze the entire pie with filling in it, unbaked. I have done this numerous times with white flour pie crusts. But have never done it with a coconut pie crust. Does it freeze ok with the unbaked filling in it as well as the unbaked pie crust?
Lisa MarcAurele
I know it freezes well unbaked for a bottom crust custard pie.
Beth
Can you make a top and bottom crust for a berry filling pie instead of just one crust pies?
Lisa MarcAurele
You can, but it adds too many carbs. Or, you can try making the crusts much thinner.
Ben
If I were to make butter tart shells how long would cook for and oven temperature
Lisa MarcAurele
It depends on the size. Smaller ones will need less time so I might actually lower the temperature to 350°F and check on them in 5-10 minutes.
Elizabeth K Mugrage
Can I substitute palm shortening for butter
Lisa MarcAurele
It should work out although I haven't tried it myself.