Description
This Raspberry Cream Pie is a refreshing and indulgent dessert combining fresh raspberries with a smooth plant-based cream filling and a flaky almond flour crust. It features a natural gelling agent for perfect sliceable texture and is enhanced with natural vanilla and lemon juice for bright, balanced flavors. Ideal for any occasion, it is vegan-friendly, gluten free, and beautifully presented with vibrant raspberries on top.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, chilled
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (natural)
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar (natural)
- Grape juice reduction
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Preparing the Crust: Mix the chilled plant-based butter, almond flour, and granulated sugar until crumbly. Press the mixture evenly into a pie pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool thoroughly while preparing the filling.
- Making the Creamy Filling: In a saucepan, combine plant-based cream, granulated sugar, natural vanilla extract, lemon juice, natural gelling agent, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Gently heat while stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before adding fresh raspberries.
- Assembling the Pie: Pour half of the creamy filling into the cooled crust. Evenly layer fresh raspberries over the filling. Pour the remaining cream mixture on top. Gently tap the pie pan on the counter to remove air bubbles and level the surface.
- Chilling and Setting: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours or until fully set. The natural gelling agent will help the pie hold its shape for clean slicing and easy serving.
- Garnishing: Before serving, optionally decorate with a few fresh raspberries, a light dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of grape juice reduction, and fresh mint leaves for added color and sweetness.
Notes
- Use fresh raspberries for the best texture and flavor; frozen can be used if well thawed and drained.
- Gently warm the cream mixture to activate the natural gelling agent without curdling.
- Ensure thorough chilling to set the filling perfectly for smooth, clean slices.
- Press the crust firmly into the pan to avoid crumbling while slicing.
- Serve the pie cold to keep the cream layer luxuriously smooth and creamy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Raspberry Cream Pie, vegan dessert, gluten free dessert, plant-based dessert, fresh fruit pie, creamy pie