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:
- 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.
- 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.
- Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in parchment paper, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- 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.
- Chill the shaped crust for another 10 minutes.
Creating the Luscious Pumpkin Filling:
- Set the oven at 180°C (fan setting).
- In a blender, blend together pumpkin puree, coconut cream, both sugars, pumpkin spice, and cornstarch until ultra-smooth.
- Pour this luscious filling over the chilled pie crust, leveling it with a spatula.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, checking halfway. If the edges or filling start to brown too much, shield with parchment or foil.
- 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:
- If using dough remnants, bake at 180°C until lightly golden, then cool.
- 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.
- Optionally, sprinkle with icing sugar.
- Slice, savor, and share your charming creation!
Note: Ensure your oven is calibrated for accurate temperatures, and adjust baking times if necessary. Enjoy!