Pie is a popular option on dessert plates all over the country. And what compares to the seducing smell of cooking your own pie? Something that gets a lot easier with a pre-made pie crust waiting in the freezer!
However, the regular pie crusts you can find in stores aren't always vegan.
We've got you covered with this list of plant-based pies to put on the table for that sweet ending!
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Marie Callender’s Frozen Pastry Pie Shells
Marie Callender’s offers a pie crust that's completely vegan, made of wheat flour and soybean oil. You get a pack of two deep-dish pastry shells with a reusable oven form. The pie shells are made without artificial flavors or preservatives.
With these shells, it's easy to make your dream vegan recipes come true! Do you choose delicious chocolate, crunchy pecan, or tangy apple pie? Whatever you choose, having a package of these shells in the freezer makes it easy to quickly get a fresh pastry on the table when you get unexpected visitors!
Wholly Wholesome Organic Pie Shells
Wholly Wholesome has two different sizes of pie crusts in their assortment. Choose between 6 and 9-inch. For the larger one, you can also select among these varieties for the crust: Traditional, Whole Wheat, Spelt, and Gluten-Free. That way, you can get a vegan pie crust that's both plant-based and healthy! Plus, Wholly Wholesome is certified USDA organic.
Their frozen vegan pie crust shells can be stored in the freezer to then be filled with ingredients of your choice. Whip up an apple pie or a key lime one in no time!
Wholly Wholesome also offers rolled pie dough in the variations Traditional and Whole Wheat. That way, you can top your pies with a thin layer for that perfect crust or make mini pies using cookie cutters.
Keebler Ready Crust Graham Pie Crust
Keebler's have no-bake crusts in the sizes mini and 10 inches made of graham flour. Since you don't have to heat them, it's easy to get a sweet pie on the table in no time! Fill the mini crusts with berries for cute little berry tarts making the perfect mid-week treat, or make an indulgent creation in the form of a vegan no-bake cheesecake.
FAQ
Pillsbury has some "accidentally vegan" products, such as their croissants and some of their biscuits. Even the Pillsbury pie crust is vegan.
There are many different recipes – most of them go something along these lines: Mix flour, for example all-purpose flour, with a little sugar and salt in a food processor. Add cold vegan butter and shortening in cubes. It's important that the fats stay cold to get the right texture. Then, add some water or vegan milk. Take the dough out of the food processor and roll it to a ball. Be careful not to keep it in your hands for too long, as this will warm up the dough. Use a rolling pin to make your own vegan pie crust. Finally, transfer the crust to a form – and you're vegan pie crust is ready for preheating!
Yes! If you're looking for vegan pie crust brands, Keebler is a good alternative – their Ready Crust is vegan.
Yes, Great Value is part of the vegan pie crust brands.
Conclusion
With a pre-made pie crust free from animal products, you can quickly make more compelling alternatives to store-bought pies – without the need to have all ingredients to make your crust from scratch. You still get a fresh, newly-baked pie beating pre-made pies from grocery stores!
Making your own veggie pie crust is an alternative to store-bought crusts – bear in mind that it's something of a challenge to get perfect pie doughs.
With a frozen pie crust in the freezer and some ingredients like apples and berries, you're just a few minutes away from a delicious dessert on the dinner table! Easy as pie.