This Cashew Pie is all the best things about a traditional pecan pie, but made with cashews, and extra filling! An unforgettable Cashew Pie recipe that you will ADORE. Lots of ooey-gooey, brown sugar goodness, and it’s simple to make!
I was in the car yesterday afternoon for several hours traveling for work, and I decided it was a good time to brainstorm what to write about each of the myriad of recipes sitting in my queue. Not a bad plan. I’m always looking for ways to make my time behind the wheel be more productive! Safely productive, that is.
Then my mother called and somehow she got started on a diatribe about the differences between buying greeting cards from Hallmark versus the Dollar General, and how she thinks where you buy the card really depends on who you’re buying it for. How on earth did we get there? I have no idea, but it lasted for about 10 minutes.
By the time we got off the phone, I felt like any creative flow was slightly derailed by the world’s most random conversation! One of my Mom’s known foibles is that she often has tangents that can most accurately be labeled as just super random. She’s also quite prone to telling stories about the wildlife she sees in her yard. Lots of updates about deer and turkeys from her end. So now, here I sit, finally at my keyboard, and not an interesting thought in my little head.
Except to say that this Cashew Pie is really special. The ingredients, you’ll see, are basically in keeping with what you find in a traditional pecan pie, however there’s EXTRA filling (read: more sugar), and it’s extra nutty too, but with cashews. Aka, the best nut of them all. Actually, I have a pretty equal love affair with pecans too, but for today, cashews are our favorite nut. Sound good? Something about the cashew spin gives this Cashew Pie an extra buttery quality. They’re just… rich and buttery-like. Plus, more filling is always a good thing.
We’ve eaten two of this Cashew Pie recipe in the last week and a half. It’s been full of both wonder and self-loathing. By the second pie, I was winding down and moving on to other baked treats, but S.O. was still going strong. Half of it disappeared overnight and I was stunned when I noticed the next morning. Needless to say, this Cashew Pie was well-received. I’ve served this to my family before, years ago, and they still talk to me. I can safely tell you that it’s pretty damn good.
Cashew Pie
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 1/3 c. flour
- 1/ 2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 c. Crisco
- 4-6 tbsp. cold water
Filling:
- 1 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 6 tbsp. butter melted
- 1 1/4 c. light corn syrup
- 2 tsp. vanilla
- 5 eggs slightly beaten
- 1 1/2 c. salted cashew pieces
Instructions
For crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening using a knife or pastry blender, until crumbly.
- Add water, 1 tbsp. at a time, until dough holds together when pressed.
- Shape dough into a ball.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough for a single pie crust.
For filling:
- In a large bowl, combine all but cashews. Mix with a whisk until well-blended.
- Stir in cashews.
- Pour into 9-inch unbaked pie shell.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 65-75 minutes. The center will still be slightly jiggly and unset, but the edges will be set and golden brown.
- Cool completely.
This Cashew Pie *will not* disappoint!
P.S. Pie crusts suck. 🙂
You gotta love mothers, right?! Mine can be so random, too! 🙂 I love the looks of this pie, Sarah! I don’t think I’ve ever had a cashew one before! Sounds delicious with the brown sugar flavor. My dad is a cashew fanatic, so I need to surprise him with this pie. Pinned!
Hahaha! Okay, that makes me feel so much better! I’m not the only one who permits convos like this to take place w/ my mom? She’s the best, but totally random!! It’s just a little twist, but it’s a great spin on pecan pie! The cashews are a different experience! Thanks, Gayle! Have a wonderful day!
wow this looks good, never ever had a cashew pie, but I am willing to give it a try!
Definitely try it! Thanks so much stopping by, Catalina! 🙂
Well look, you were searching for something to write about and your mom took care of it, didn’t she? I love how your mom is so random; she seems like a fun, spontaneous person! This pie looks so amazingly decadent! If I had baked two, like you did, I guarantee they would be gone in no time at all. Your pictures are so bright; I love them! And that glass in the background… Care to share where it’s from?
Lol! Yep! My mom definitely gives me some material, huh? She’s very random, spontaneous, and is totally in touch with her inner kid! She’s a trip. But aren’t they all? 🙂 I got that glass from Homegoods! It’s pretty, huh? I swear almost everything in my house can be traced back to Target or HomeGoods!! Thanks, Heather!
This looks so decadent and rich, I love it! That’s such a great idea using cashews in a pie, I honestly can’t wait to try this! And your pie crust looks lovely, I was actually thinking that and then saw your last line about how pie crust sucks?! Yours looks so much prettier than mine ever do!! 🙂
Hahaha! Pie crust *does* suck though, doesn’t it? The whole rolling it out and stuff. It did turn out decently for once though! But it’s not my favorite task. 🙂
This looks amazing! What a great idea. I bet this is over the top buttery and I can’t wait to give it a try. Perfect for upcoming holiday entertaining.
Hi Coley! I love a pecan pie, but this is a really nice spin on it! Let me know if you try it! Have a great day! 🙂
Gorgeous looking pie! I love cashews in sweets, bet this would be incredible!
Thanks, Manali! I love the cashew spin on this… it’s a fun change from traditional pecan pies. Really delish. Have a great weekend! 🙂
This pie looks so, so good!
Thank you, Jess!! Hope you have a great weekend! 🙂
Love this! I’m a huge fan of pecan pie, and it sounds amazing with cashews! Pinning !
I know – me too! Love pecans, but this is a fun change of pace. 🙂 Thanks so much, Rachel! Let me know if you try it!
I have never made or eaten a cashew pie before! What a delicious idea and recipe.. you definitely have inspired me to recreate it. Thanks for sharing Sarah!!
Sure thing, Thalia! Thank you for stopping by! I hope you try the recipe sometime. Let me know if you do! 🙂
What a fantastic idea! My kids LOVE cashews! This may need to be added to our holiday menus this year!
Oh, great! I’m so glad you like the recipe – let me know if you try it! I love cashews too. Your blog name is great, btw!! 🙂 Have a great day, Kelly!
Sarah! This looks SOOOOOO good! Thanks for linking up with Show Stopper Saturday!
Thanks for the party, Taylor! Hope you had a wonderful weekend. Sounds like it was full of pancakes, so it had to be! Haha. 🙂
This pie looks absolutely delicious. How could it not be with cashews involved.
Lol! That’s kinda how I felt! Don’t get me wrong, I love pecans, but I also reeeeally love cashews! Thanks for stopping by, Sarah! 🙂
I think I would like this even better than pecan pie…love cashews! Thanks for sharing at #theWeekendSocial. Please join us again Thursday 9:00 PM EST. http://www.theKitchenChopper.com
Thanks, KC! I know… cashews are so good, right? I love pecans too, but this was a delicious change of pace! 🙂
This looks so delicious!
I love cashews so much!
Saw this at in and out of the kitchen
Hi Michal! Thanks for popping over here! I’m glad you like the cashew pie! I hope you try it sometime. 🙂
I love this spin on pecan pie, I mean I LOVE pecans but I REALLY love cashews, definitely going to have to try this one!
Lol! Agreed. Nothing against pecans because I totally adore them too, but cashews are just so fabulous as well!! Thanks for stopping by, Michelle! 🙂
This looks absolutely divine! 9.15am and I’m already in the mood for sweets 🙂 thanks for sharing!
I hear ya… I’m ALWAYS in the mood for sweets! Haha. Thanks, Mandi! Have a great day! 🙂
lol that is quite the tangent, but I can see your mom’s point! This pie looks amazing! Love cashews! Pinned!
Hahaha! She’s just like that! It humors us all!! I kinda see her point too, though I hate to admit it. 😉 Aren’t cashews amazing? Thanks, Lindsey!
CASHEWS instead of pecans! BRILLIANT!! This looks so delicious! So glad I found your blog! You should join me on Tuesdays for the Celebrate Southern link up I host over at for some southern-inspired posts. It’s still live today! You don’t have to be a southern blogger to join, this post would be a perfect fit! 🙂
Thanks so much, Susan! I’ve linked up to your party, and I appreciate the invite! I’m so glad you like the pie. Your blog is adorable!! 🙂
Thanks dear!! And thanks for joining the fun! 🙂 Hopefully you will join again next week! I love your blog-style! Pinning this post now! xxoo
Thanks so much, Susan! 🙂
Oh this sounds soooo good!
Thanks, girl! Let me know if you try it! 🙂
I recently found my love for cashews! This pie looks like my next step to try in my new found love of nuts! Yum!
I loooove cashews. They’re so addictive! Thanks, J! So glad you like this pie! 🙂
Love this-my husband would flip!! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!
Oh good! Let me know if you try it! Thank you for the party!
I love your spin on a pecan pie, it looks lovely.
Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!
Thanks so much, Laura!
Sarah: I’m a 64 year old man and a diabetic for 50 years and have been baking and cooking sense I was 5 years old. Under supervision of my Grandmother. I lost her 5 years ago, but my cooking continues, I made your cashew pie the other day for 8 people 20 to 30 older than me. And they loved it. I make different things for them all the time, and try to sugar free everything. I try to find things to make them everyday. THANK YOU SO MUCH !! Have a great day! And MERRY CHRISTMAS to you !!
Hi Kip: That’s FANTASTIC. Thank you so much for letting me know! I’m so happy they liked the pie! It’s different, but in a good way. I found the recipe years ago, and have loved it ever since.
You sound just like my Uncle Andy.. he’s in his 60s and is also diabetic, but he loves to bake and cook too. He does the same thing as you, and he tries making everything sugar-free. He actually has a sugar-free pecan pie recipe. I don’t know how he does it, but he finds a way to make everything sugar-free, even things that are gooey with sugar. Lol. 🙂
You’ve inspired me – I should try to make more sugar-free options! MERRY CHRISTMAS, and thanks again for your kind comment! 🙂
We love Butter Pecan ice cream, but living in Kenya, pecans are not a viable choice. So, what would be your take on using cashews? We tried macadamias — that was not pleasant. How would one need to change a butter pecan ice cream recipe to use cashews? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I really think that cashews would be the best nut substitute for pecans in butter pecan ice cream! I LOVE cashews. I don’t know what ice cream recipe you use, but I don’t think you’d need to change the recipe much just to substitute a nut. Good luck!
Pecans are not cheap and are also rare in India. This twist in the traditional pecan pie with the cashews was the kind of inspiration I was looking for and I’m so glad I found your recipe. The pie came out beautifully and tasted amazing. Thank you Sarah..
Oh wow! I didn’t know that about pecans in India. I’m so glad that you found the Cashew Pie as an alternative, and I’m SO HAPPY you liked it! Thank you for letting me know! Thanks, Fhareena! 🙂
Made this tonight. Couldn’t wait till it cooled completely. Very delicious. Much better than pecan pie and pecan pie is my favorite, was my favorite.
It’s a really great twist on pecan, right?? I keep coming back to it too! SOOOO happy to hear it was a hit. Happy Holidays to you and yours!!
I’ve been searching for a recipe like this for a while. Thanks alot. Query… wats the measure of the heat? Celsius or Fahrenheit
Fahrenheit! Enjoy!!
M Y SON-IN-LAW IS ALLERGIC TO WALNUTS AND PECANS,
SO THIS WAS A TREAT FOR HIM.