This delicious vegan apple pie features a nutty oat crust and a perfectly spiced apple filling. It’s naturally sweetened, dairy-free, and ideal for a cozy dessert! 🍂✨
Ingredients:
For the Oat Crust:
✅ 1 ½ cups rolled oats (blended into oat flour)
✅ ½ cup almond flour (or ground almonds)
✅ ¼ cup maple syrup or agave syrup
✅ ¼ cup coconut oil or vegan butter, melted
✅ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
✅ ½ teaspoon cinnamon
✅ Pinch of salt
For the Apple Filling:
✅ 4-5 apples, peeled and thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best! 🍏🍎)
✅ 2 tablespoons maple syrup or coconut sugar (adjust for sweetness)
✅ 1 teaspoon cinnamon
✅ ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional, for warmth)
✅ 1 tablespoon lemon juice (prevents browning & enhances flavor)
✅ 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder (thickens the filling)
For the Crumb Topping (Optional):
✅ ½ cup rolled oats
✅ 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
✅ 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegan butter, melted
✅ ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Oat Crust
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie pan.
2️⃣ In a bowl, mix oat flour, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt.
3️⃣ Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, then mix until a dough forms.
4️⃣ Press the dough evenly into the pie pan, making sure to cover the bottom and sides.
5️⃣ Pre-bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden, then remove and let it cool.
Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling
6️⃣ In a large bowl, mix the apple slices, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
7️⃣ Stir well until the apples are evenly coated and slightly glossy.
Step 3: Assemble & Bake
8️⃣ Pour the apple filling into the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly.
9️⃣ If using the crumb topping, mix the oats, sugar, cinnamon, and melted coconut oil, then sprinkle over the apples.
🔟 Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the apples are tender and the top is golden brown.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
🍏 Let the pie cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
🍦 Serve with vegan vanilla ice cream or coconut whipped cream for the ultimate treat! 😍