Vegan Pumpkin Pie with a Spiced Oat Crust
This Thanksgiving, delight your family and friends with a plant-based take on the classic pumpkin pie. This dessert is rich, creamy, and full of warm spices, making it the perfect addition to your holiday table. The oat crust adds a delightful crunch and pairs beautifully with the smooth pumpkin filling.
Ingredients
For the crust:
– 1 ½ cups rolled oats
– ½ cup almond flour
– 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
– 3 tbsp maple syrup
– 1 tbsp water
– ½ tsp cinnamon
– Pinch of salt
For the filling:
– 1 ½ cups canned pumpkin puree
– 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 2 tbsp cornstarch
– 1 tbsp maple syrup
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– ½ tsp nutmeg
– ¼ tsp ground ginger
– ¼ tsp ground cloves
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Prepare the crust.
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
– In a food processor, pulse the oats until they resemble coarse flour.
– Add almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and water. Pulse until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
– Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to smooth it out.
– Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Make the filling:
– In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, brown sugar, cornstarch, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until smooth.
3. Assemble the pie:
– Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
– Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
4. Cool and serve:
– Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours, then refrigerate for another 2 hours to fully set.
– Serve chilled or at room temperature with a dollop of coconut whipped cream, if desired.
Why This Pie is Perfect for Thanksgiving?
This vegan pumpkin pie is a crowd-pleaser, whether your guests are plant-based or not. It’s packed with cozy flavors, has a silky texture, and the spiced oat crust adds a wholesome twist to the traditional recipe. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead, so you can enjoy more time celebrating with your loved ones.
Happy Thanksgiving from Food Yoga International!
