Vegan Pie Crust Recipe
Old-Fashioned Homemade Vegan Pie Dough: A Delicious and Easy Recipe
Ingredients:
2 cups of all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 cup of vegan baking butter
5-6 tbsps of ice water
Recipe:
Step 1: Sift and Mix the Flour and Butter
Add your flour to a large bowl, sifting it in.
Cube your baking butter and add to the flour.
Use your hands or a pastry cutter to cut in the baking butter until it feels like sand or kinetic sand.
Step 2: Add the Ice Water
Add a tbsp of ice water at a time until the dough comes together and is nice and smooth. Be careful not to add too much water as it will make the dough tough.
Step 3: Form and Freeze the Dough
Place your ball of dough on a flour surface and cut in half.
Wrap in plastic wrap to freeze for later or use right away.
Makes two pie crusts and is great for any recipe requiring a pie dough or crust.
Substitutions and Additions
For a savory crust, add 1 tsp of dried herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, to the flour mixture.
For a sweeter crust, add 1 tbsp of sugar to the flour mixture.
To make a gluten-free crust, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
To add a nutty flavor, add 1/4 cup of chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the flour mixture.
To add a cheesy flavor, add 1/4 cup of grated vegan cheese to the flour mixture.
To add a different type of flavor, try adding some fine ground oats or cornmeal to the flour mixture.
To add some color and texture to your crust, you can also mix in a tablespoon of ground flax seeds or chia seeds.
What You Can Do With This Pie Dough
Classic Apple Pie: Roll out the dough and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Fill the dish with a mixture of sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top of the apples. Crimp the edges and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Pumpkin Pie: Roll out the dough and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Fill the dish with a mixture of pumpkin puree, sugar, spices, and non-dairy milk. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top of the pumpkin mixture. Crimp the edges and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Pecan Pie: Roll out the dough and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Fill the dish with a mixture of chopped pecans, sugar, corn syrup, and non-dairy milk. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top of the pecans. Crimp the edges and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Savory Pot Pie: Roll out the dough and use it to line a 9-inch pie dish. Fill the dish with a mixture of cooked vegetables, such as carrots, peas, and potatoes, and a vegan gravy. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top of the vegetables. Crimp the edges and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Peach Tart: Roll out the dough and place it in a 9-inch tart pan. Fill the pan with a mixture of sliced peaches, sugar, and lemon juice. Roll out the second half of the dough and use it to make lattice top. Crimp the edges and bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Quiche: Roll out the dough and place it in a 9-inch quiche dish. Fill the dish with a mixture of sautéed vegetables, such as spinach and mushrooms, and vegan cheese. Roll out the second half of the dough and use it to make lattice top. Crimp the edges and bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes.
Mini Pies: Roll out the dough and use it to line a muffin tin. Fill the muffin cups with a mixture of your choice, such as fruit or chocolate. Roll out the second half of the dough and use it to make tops for the mini pies. Crimp the edges and bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.
As you can see, this vegan pie dough recipe is incredibly versatile and can be used for a variety of sweet and savory pies, tarts, and quiches. It's easy to make, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, or just looking for a delicious dessert, this recipe is sure to please. So, go ahead, give it a try, and enjoy the taste of homemade vegan pie dough.