Charming Vegan Cinnamon-Crust Pumpkin Pie

For the Cinnamon Pie Crust:

• 360g all-purpose flour
• 40g superfine sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 230g non-dairy solid butter
• Ice-cold water (as needed)

For the Luscious Pumpkin Filling:

• 630g pumpkin puree (from a can or freshly made)
• 375g thick coconut cream (from a chilled can of coconut milk)
• 135g soft brown sugar
• 225g superfine sugar
• 2 tsp pumpkin spice blend
• 4 ½ tbsp cornflour or cornstarch

Garnish:

• Vegan whipped cream
• Optional: Icing sugar

Directions:

Preparing the Cinnamon Pie Crust:

1. In a sizable bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Add the chilled, diced butter. Blend until the mixture has a sandy texture. Use hands or a food processor for blending.
2. Gradually mix in ice-cold water, a teaspoon at a time, until the dough binds together. Aim for a consistency that’s neither too sticky nor too dry.
3. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in parchment paper, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
4. Once firm, slightly soften the dough at room temperature for about 5 minutes. On a floured surface, roll it out to a diameter of approximately 15 inches. Transfer to a butter-greased 9-inch pie dish, pressing down gently to shape. Trim and pinch the edges for a decorative flair. Keep any dough remnants for optional garnishes.
5. Chill the shaped crust for another 10 minutes.

Creating the Luscious Pumpkin Filling:

1. Set the oven at 180°C (fan setting).
2. In a blender, blend together pumpkin puree, coconut cream, both sugars, pumpkin spice, and cornstarch until ultra-smooth.
3. Pour this luscious filling over the chilled pie crust, leveling it with a spatula.
4. Bake for about 60 minutes, checking halfway. If the edges or filling start to brown too much, shield with parchment or foil.
5. After baking, the center will have a slight wobble. Let it cool for an hour, then refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, though overnight is best.

Garnish & Serving:

1. If using dough remnants, bake at 180°C until lightly golden, then cool.
2. Whip vegan cream and fill a piping bag fitted with a preferred nozzle. Adorn the pie’s perimeter with cream swirls and include the baked dough shapes.
3. Optionally, sprinkle with icing sugar.
4. Slice, savor, and share your charming creation!

Note: Ensure your oven is calibrated for accurate temperatures, and adjust baking times if necessary. Enjoy!