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Best Vegan Lemon Pie

Gaby Dimova
Looking for a pie that's tart, tangy, and creamy? Try this vegan lemon pie! Each bite brings you tons of vibrant lemon flavors in a creamy custard that’s finished off with a fluffy vegan meringue on top! I'm sure you will love this delightful lemon pie that's also dairy-free and vegan!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pie Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut cream You will need two cans of coconut milk refrigerated overnight for one cup of cream.
  • ½ cup soaked cashews 80 g
  • 1 can sweetened condensed coconut milk 7.4 oz
  • ½ cup lemon juice about 2 medium lemons
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest 10 g
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder optional, for color
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 pie crust

Meringue Ingredients

  • 120 grams aquafaba liquid from a can of chickpeas. 120 grams is equal to about ½ cup, but I highly recommend measuring in grams for more accuracy.
  • 180 grams of granulated white sugar This is equivalent to ⅞ of a cup. Again, I recommend measuring in grams if you have a kitchen scale.
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Pie Directions

  • Start by taking the frozen store-bought pie crust and poking a few holes into it using a fork. Bake the pie crust in the oven for 10-12 minutes at 350*F/ 175*C, until the crust is golden in color.
  • To a food processor, add the coconut cream, cashews, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, zest, turmeric, vanilla, and salt. Blend for several minutes until you get a very smooth texture.
  • Transfer the filling to a saucepan and turn on the heat to low-medium. Add the cornstarch and whisk it up to break up any clumps. Stir constantly for a few minutes, until the filling starts to thicken just a bit. Remove from heat.
  • Note: in the video, I added the cornstarch to the blender, but I find that it works better if you add it later in the pan.
  • Transfer the pie filling to the pie crust. Refrigerate the pie overnight or for 6+ hours. It will need this time to fully thicken.

Meringue Directions

  • Add the aquafaba to a stand mixer and beat on high speed for at least 4-5 minutes, until stiff peaks are formed. This step takes a while, so be patient.
  • While keeping the stand mixer on high, add in the cream of tartar and salt.
  • Next, slowly start adding in the sugar. I like to add one tablespoon at a time, waiting 20-30 seconds before adding another tablespoon.
  • Keep doing this until you add in all of the sugar, then beat on high for another minute or so.
  • Once the pie has chilled overnight, add the vegan meringue on top of the pie.
  • I added just a little and had leftover meringue, but you can add as much or as little as you want. You can store any leftover meringue in an airtight container for a few days and add to your favorite desserts!

Notes

  • Plan Ahead: This recipe requires a bit of time. It's not all active time but there are things you need to do in advance such as soak the cashews and refrigerate the coconut milk. Then the pie will needs time to set.
  • Be Patient: Some of the steps will require a bit of time so don't try to rush things. Make sure to blend the filling in the food processor until creamy and also beat the aquafaba on high for at least five minutes to get the right consistency.
  • Use Fresh Lemon Juice: For the best tasting lemon pie don't try to shortcut it with jarred lemon juice. It won't taste the same.
  • Stir the Custard: It's important to whisk the custard as it is cooking. This keeps it from burning as well as from forming any lumps.
  • Be Sure to Heat the Custard at a Low Temperature: You don't want to scald the custard.
  • Chill the Coconut Milk Overnight. Then in the morning, scoop out the solid part that has formed at the top and measure out 1 cup of this for the recipe.
  • Use a Stand Mixer: Or at the very least electric mixer to make the meringue. It will make this process so much easier so I highly recommend it.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0.03mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 152mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
Keyword vegan lemon meringue pie, vegan lemon pie
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