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Chai Spice Vegan Pear Pie Recipe

Chai Spice Vegan Pear Pie Recipe
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Enjoy a deliciously fragrant Chai Spice Vegan Pear Pie featuring a flaky vegan crust infused with warm chai spices and tender, sweet pears. This plant-based dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings and combines comforting flavors like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom with a sweet, juicy pear filling, all baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup vegan butter (cold)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/2 cup ice water

Chai Spice Pear Filling

  • 5 pears (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup cane sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/8 tsp cardamom

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: Start by making the pie crust using a food processor in two batches for ease. Add 1.5 cups flour and 1/2 tsp salt to the bowl. With the motor running, gradually add 1/2 cup cold vegan butter, followed by 2 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp almond milk, and 4 tbsp ice water. Process until a dough ball forms.
  2. Repeat for second batch: Remove the dough ball, set aside, and repeat the crust-making process with the remaining ingredients until both dough balls are ready.
  3. Refrigerate the dough: Divide the dough into two balls, the larger portion for the bottom crust, the smaller for the top. Wrap both in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Preheat oven: After chilling, preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  5. Prepare the filling: Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped pears, then sprinkle with cane sugar and the chai spice blend (cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom). Cook gently for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pears are softened but still hold their shape. Remove from heat.
  6. Assemble the pie: Remove chilled dough from the fridge. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the larger dough ball. Carefully transfer it to a greased pie pan and crimp the edges. Pour the pear filling evenly into the crust. Roll out the smaller dough ball for the top crust and place it over the filling. Brush the top crust with melted coconut oil and sprinkle it with a little cane sugar for added crunch and sweetness.
  7. Bake the pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes to set the crust, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  8. Cool and serve: Remove the pie from the oven and transfer it onto a cooling rack. Allow it to cool for about 1 hour until slightly warm or at room temperature before slicing. Serve with vegan vanilla ice cream for a perfect finishing touch and enjoy your chai spice vegan pear pie!

Notes

  • Use firm but ripe pears to ensure the filling holds texture without becoming mushy.
  • If you don’t have a food processor, you can make the crust by hand using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cutting in the vegan butter until crumbly.
  • Chilling the dough before rolling helps prevent shrinkage and makes it easier to handle.
  • Feel free to substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk preferred.
  • For extra sweetness, drizzle a bit more maple syrup over the filling before placing the top crust.
  • This pie can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
  • To keep the crust crisp, avoid cutting the pie until it cools to room temperature.

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Keywords: chai spice, vegan pear pie, vegan dessert, plant-based pie, fruit pie, autumn dessert, dairy-free pie

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