Description
This easy Apple Pie recipe combines wholesome plant-based ingredients to create a classic dessert featuring a flaky crust and a sweet, spiced apple filling. Perfect for any occasion, it is simple to make, customizable, and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
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For the Crust
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter (natural), cold
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling
- 6 cups firm, tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (natural)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
For Finishing
- 2 tablespoons plant-based milk (natural), for brushing the crust
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Blend the all-purpose flour and cold plant-based butter (natural) in a bowl until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to make rolling easier and ensure a flaky crust.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, toss the peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples with lemon juice (natural), brown sugar (natural), cinnamon (natural), nutmeg (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and natural gelling agent until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Assemble the Pie: On a floured surface, roll out half of the chilled dough to line the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the apple filling into the crust, spreading it evenly. Roll out the remaining dough to cover the top, then place it over the filling. Crimp the edges to seal and cut small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Brush the top crust with plant-based milk (natural) for a golden finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is crisp and the filling bubbles. Remove from oven and allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Use crisp apples to prevent soggy filling and maintain perfect slices.
- Keep ingredients cold, especially the plant-based butter, to ensure a flaky crust.
- Do not overfill the pie to prevent spills and maintain crust integrity.
- For a crisper bottom crust, pre-bake the bottom crust slightly before adding the filling.
- Allow the pie to cool before cutting for cleaner slices and set filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple pie, plant-based dessert, vegan pie, easy apple pie, spiced apple pie, homemade pie
