VEGAN SWEET POTATO PIE

VEGAN SWEET POTATO PIE

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CRUST:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup

FOR THE FILLING:

• 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, cooked and peeled)
• 1/2 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 350°F (175°C).

2. PREPARE THE CRUST:

• In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until well combined.
• Press the mixture into the bottom of a pie dish to form the crust.

3. PREPARE THE FILLING:

• In a blender or food processor, combine mashed sweet potatoes, coconut milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
• Blend until smooth and well combined.

4. ASSEMBLE THE PIE:

• Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.

5. BAKE:

• Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set.

6. COOL AND SERVE:

• Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing.
• Serve slices with a dollop of vegan whipped cream or your favorite non-dairy ice cream.