Pie-napple Pie in Macadamia Crust

The slight saltiness of the macadamia crust meets the tropical sweetness of pineapple in this show-stopping vegan pie.
Portions:8
Preparation Time: 30 minuten
Cooking Time:35 minuten
Share on Facebook Recept afdrukken

Equipment

  • 8-inch (20-cm) round pie plate
  • medium-size saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • wire rack

Ingrediënten

For the filling:

  • 2 tablespoons 16 g arrowroot powder
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml unsweetened pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon 14 g nondairy butter
  • ½ cup 96 g raw sugar
  • cups 272 g unsweetened pineapple chunks
  • Nonstick cooking spray

For the crust:

  • ½ cup 62 g macadamia nuts
  • 2 cups 240 g light spelt flour
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml canola oil
  • ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons 90 ml plain soy or other nondairy milk

Instructies

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C, or gas mark 5).
  • Lightly coat an 8-inch (20-cm) pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
  • To make the filling: In a small bowl, combine arrowroot powder and pineapple juice to make a slurry.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the slurry, nondairy butter, sugar, and pineapple.
  • Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until the mixture thickens, and the liquid becomes syrupy.
  • Let cool.
  • To make the crust: Grind macadamia nuts in a food processor until they resemble butter, releasing their oils.
  • Add spelt flour and sea salt, pulsing to combine.
  • Add canola oil and pulse again to combine.
  • Gradually add nondairy milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a cohesive dough forms.
  • Divide the dough into two portions (one slightly larger).
  • Roll out the larger portion to less than ¼ inch (6 mm) thick and line the pie plate with it.
  • Add the cooled filling to the crust, leaving a 1-inch (2.
  • 5-cm) border.
  • Roll out the second portion of dough and place it over the filling.
  • Seal the edges with your fingers.
  • Cut decorative vents in the top crust for steam to escape.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  • Let cool on a wire rack in the pan to allow the filling to set.
  • Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:
Serve with a dollop of coconut whipped cream for an extra tropical touch.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a chilled glass of Moscato or a pineapple-infused sparkling wine.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 272 kcal | Carbohydrates: 39 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 15 g | Salt: 0.3 g
————————————————————————————————–
Recipe Category Dessert / Pastry / Treats
Country International
Holliday: Birthday / Picnic
Season: All seasons
Translate »