Indulge in the sublime fusion of sweet and nutty flavors with this Exquisite Vegan Pecan Delight, where each slice is a celebration of sumptuous textures. The pie features a crisp, golden crust filled with a luscious maple-infused filling, lovingly embraced by the warmth of bourbon, and crowned with a rich layer of toasted pecans. It's a vegan masterpiece that promises to enchant at the end of any meal or as the star of your festive spread.
Ingredients:
For the Crisp Pie Crust:
- ½ batch of your favorite vegan pie crust, prepared and pre-baked
For the Rich Filling:
- 2 ½ cups (250g) pecans, toasted and divided
- ½ cup (125ml) pure maple syrup
- 4 tbsp cornstarch or ground arrowroot for thickening
- 2.5 oz (70g) vegan butter
- ½ cup (110g) soft brown sugar for depth of flavor
- 3.5 oz (100g) coconut cream, luxurious and thick
- 3 tbsp bourbon, whiskey, or rum for a spirited note (or non-dairy milk for an alcohol-free version)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract for that classic aroma
- ½ tsp sea salt to balance the sweetness
Instructions:
- Prepare your vegan pie crust according to the recipe and blind bake until it's a beautiful golden hue.
- Start your oven's journey to 410°F (210°C).
- Engage in the art of toasting pecans until they're fragrantly ready, then roughly chop half for the pie's base, setting aside the rest for the final flourish.
- In a saucepan, begin the magic by blending maple syrup with cornstarch. Add in vegan butter and sugar, and let them simmer into a caramel symphony.
- Once off the flame, enchant the mixture with coconut cream, your choice of bourbon, vanilla essence, and a pinch of sea salt. Let this concoction cool, as it dreams of its crusty abode.
- Lay the foundation with chopped pecans in your pre-baked shell. Caress them with the caramel mix, then crown the pie with the remaining pecans, arranging them like jewels.
- Shield the pie's edges with a tender foil embrace, then bake at 347°F (175°C) until the filling sets with just a gentle jiggle, about 35-45 minutes.
- Let the pie cool, revealing its complete majesty at room temperature.
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