A quick and easy recipe you can make right now!
As the leaves turn vibrant hues of red and gold, and a crispness fills the air, there’s no denying that fall has arrived! It’s a season that stirs up emotions of warmth, nostalgia, and a desire for comforting flavors. In the midst of apple season, I recently went on an apple-picking adventure, strolling through orchards and handpicking the sweetest, fresh apples. Inspired by these autumnal moments, I’ve created a delicious vegan apple pie recipe that captures the essence of fall like no other dessert. This is also a kid-friendly recipe as its easy and quick to prepare and a really great way to engage kids!
Join me as I share the steps below to create a delectable vegan dessert that will fill your home and heart with the cozy aromas of fall.
A fall-favourite dessert!
Apple puff pastry pie is synonymous with fall. This sumptuous and classic vegan dessert is a staple for fall festivities such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. With a flaky, crumbly crust and a sweet gooey apple filling, the classic vegan apple pie is a pleasant companion on your Thanksgiving dinner table, right next to other seasonal favorites such as pumpkin pie and pecan pie.
This sumptuous vegan apple pie is just what you need on cozy fall evenings. It’s a must-try for fall vegan desserts with a crisp, flaky crust and sweet apple filling. And the best part? It only requires 5 simple ingredients!
The ingredients we use
Let’s take a quick look at the ingredients we’re using to whip up our homemade vegan apple tart:
Finding the sweetest apples for your apple pie
The type of apples that go into your homemade apple pie is important to consider. Ideally, you want something that’s the right balance of tender yet crisp. For this delicious vegan apple tart recipe, I like to go with freshly picked apples that are a bit on the sweeter side. After all, for a healthy apple pie, you’ll want the apples to ooze out their natural flavor and sweetness! You can choose popular varieties such as Pink Lady and Gala or go with Granny Smith if you prefer green apples.
Cinnamon: the secret ingredient in homemade apple pie
Cinnamon is the secret ingredient of this delicious apple tart recipe. It’s a spice that elevates fall baking to a whole other level – the perfect addition to your autumn recipes. Its warm, earthy aroma and sweet, slightly spicy flavor beautifully complement the natural sweetness of apples in our apple tart recipe. Aside from its delightful taste, cinnamon offers health benefits too. The spice is known for its potential to help digestion, regulate blood sugar, and reduce inflammation.
During the autumn months in Europe, cinnamon is readily available in grocery stores and local farmer’s markets. Just make sure to shop for organic cinnamon as conventional cinnamon often lacks the strong taste and intense flavour. Incorporate this versatile spice into your cozy fall-inspired treats and vegan desserts to enhance the taste of your creations.
The Art of Moderating Sugar in Vegan Apple Pie
Sugar is an essential component in our vegan apple pie. In this recipe, I’ve used it in moderation to strike that perfect balance of sweetness and tartiness. It complements the spiciness of cinnamon and enhances the natural sweetness of apples.
It’s important to remember that moderation is key when it comes to sugar consumption. Our recipe ensures just the right amount to create a delightful dessert without compromising on taste or health considerations. For my apple pie recipe, I’ve gone with cane sugar. But if you want to use a healthier alternative, feel free to swap cane sugar or regular white sugar with brown sugar or maple syrup.
Walnuts: Add some nuttiness to your vegan apple pie!
Sprinkling a generous handful of chopped walnuts into your vegan apple pie recipe is like adding a delightful crunch of autumn itself. It just so happens that walnut season is in full swing across Europe! During these cozy autumn months, walnuts are both fresh and abundant. When scattered atop the sumptuous pie filling, the chopped walnuts lend a satisfying texture and crunch to your apple pie. Not to mention they infuse your pie with a rich, nutty flavor that harmonizes beautifully with the sweetness of the cinnamon-baked apples. So, go ahead and sprinkle those walnuts liberally – your taste buds will thank you!
Homemade Vegan Apple Pie
Equipment
- Baking tray
- Apple peeler
- Apple corer
Ingredients
- 4-5 Apples sweet, medium-sized
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry rectangle, about 300g
- ⅓ cup Walnuts broken
- 1 tsp Cinnamon Powder
- 4 tbsp Cane Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C. Remove the cores from the apples.
- Slice the apples into about 3mm thick slices.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet and the baking paper onto the baking tray.
- Poke holes in the sheet using a fork.
- Layer the apple slices onto the sheet. Cover the whole sheet with apples.
- Spread the walnut pieces over the apples. Mix the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle this over the whole tart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the apple slices become dark brown.
- Remove the tart from the oven, slice, and enjoy! It’s incredibly delicious with some ice cream or whipped cream!
Nutrition
Your baking companion: Cuisinart’s Mini Oven/Air Fryer
The Cuisinart Mini Oven/Air Fryer has proven to be a versatile and reliable companion in my baking journey so far! Fun fact: I used it in baking this homemade vegan apple pie. Its compact size makes it easy to place in my kitchen without occupying too much space. But the best part? It delivers perfectly crisp and evenly browned pie crusts. Every. Single. Time. The convection feature aids in even heat distribution, resulting in a flawlessly baked, golden-brown pie. Plus, the air fryer feature provides a healthier twist to my baking recipes, curbing the need to add excess oil. Overall, Cuisinart’s Mini Oven/Air Fryer has proven to be a valuable addition to the kitchen, and it’s surely made baking vegan apple pie a breeze for me!
Pro tip: Preheat the mini oven together with the baking tray, then place the puff pastry sheet on the hot tray when ready to bake. This ensures that the base of the puff pastry sheet is nice and crisp!
Apple pie + ice cream = match made in dessert heaven!
Once the apple puff pastry pie is out of the oven and cooled down, it’s time to plate it up. Cut out a slice of your pie and serve it with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Apple pie and vanilla ice cream is a match made in dessert heaven!
The warm, fragrant apple filling pairs harmoniously with the cold, velvety sweetness of the ice cream. The vanilla ice cream not only adds a luscious creaminess but also enhances the pie’s flavors. As the ice cream slowly melts over the warm pie, it creates a delightful contrast of temperatures and textures that tantalize your taste buds.
For added effect, drizzle some caramel sauce on top, and bon apetit!
Serve your homemade apple pie with tea or coffee
What better way to bring out the delectable flavors of your homemade apple pie than with a piping hot cup of tea or coffee on the side?
Be it as a breakfast meal on cool mornings or an afternoon snack on cozy evenings, pair up your apple pie with a brew of your choice. And enjoy the vibes of fall in its full glory!
