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    Vegan Blueberry Pie [Oil Free]

    Published: Jun 2, 2021 · Modified: Jun 23, 2021 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    This vegan blueberry pie is fresh and sweet with a hint of tart. A healthier spin on your traditional pie, with less sugar, no oil or butter, and a whole wheat crust! It’s simple to prepare, and incredibly delicious.

    Slice of blueberry pie in white plate with fork.

    Juicy blueberries bursting in every bite makes this dessert and incredible one!

    It’s simple to prepare, with just a handful of ingredients and a dessert the entire family will love.

    Here’s why!

    • Healthier than most pies out there using a fraction of the sugar, no oil and no butter in the crust or the filling.
    • Lightly sweetened, but not overly sweet, thanks to naturally sweet blueberries and a touch of added sugar.
    • Simple to prepare! Don’t be intimidated if it’s your first-go on making pie from scratch. It really couldn’t be easier!
    Blueberry pie in pie plate with star shaped pie crust cut outs on top.

    How to make it

    (This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Prepare your pie crust of choice and blind bake according to its directions. Then gather your filling ingredients.

    Blueberries, lemon and seasoning on white deck.

    In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, corn starch and cinnamon and mix well. (photos 1-2)

    Then transfer the blueberries to your prepared crust. (photo 3)

    Mixing bowl with blueberries, sugar, corn starch and cinnamon being mixed and poured into pie crust.

    For the top crust, you may use the entire crust, place over top and crimp the edges. And don’t forget to make vent holes!

    Alternatively, you may opt for a basket weave pattern, OR use star shaped cut outs (or any shape of choice) as your top crust. (photo 4)

    Either way, brush the top crust with plant milk, and then you may optionally sprinkle with sugar. (photos 5-6)

    Uncooked blueberry pie being brushed with milk and sprinkled with sugar on top.

    Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the blueberries are bubbling and the pie crust is golden brown.

    Then remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing and serving.

    Slice of blueberry pie on white dish with fork with remaining pie in background.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use frozen blueberries?

    Yes! If you don’t have fresh on hand, or it’s the time of year when fresh blueberries are not very sweet, frozen works too. No need to thaw, just sub them cup for cup.

    Can I make it gluten free?

    This vegan blueberry pie filling is already gluten free. For a gluten free crust, try my friend Lori’s pie crust instead.

    Do I have to make stars on top?

    I wanted to change this one up, but you can keep your top crust traditional with a lattice pattern or just place it on top, crimp the edges and don’t forget to add vent holes!

    How do you know your pie is done?

    It’s ready when the blueberries are bubbling and the crust is golden. You can do a quick tooth pick test if you’re unsure. A toothpick inserted into the blueberries should pierce very easily, with little to no effort.

    Why is my pie runny?

    If your blueberry pie is runny when slicing, the corn starch or tapioca may not have had enough time to activate. It may not have cooked long enough, OR (and more likely) did not have enough time to cool and set.

    What can I do with the extra crust?

    If you decide to go basket weave or stars for the top and have extra crust, roll it into a ball, flatten with a rolling pin and make cookies! Bake any shaped cut out cookies at 350 degrees F for about 12 minutes.

    Storage

    How long does it keep?

    Your cooked blueberry pie can be refrigerated for 3-4 days. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, or transfer to a sealed container.

    Can I freeze my vegan blueberry pie?

    Yes. You may freeze leftovers in a freezer safe, air tight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator to enjoy the next day.

    Expert Tips

    • If your crust is cooking too quickly, cover it with a pie shield or aluminum foil to prevent the crust from being over done.
    • Make sure to cut vent holes if using a full pie crust for the top! If making a basket weave pattern or using the star cut outs, vents are not necessary.
    • Let your vegan blueberry pie cool completely before slicing! The cool down time is crucial to getting your pie nicely set. Although you CAN cut while warm, it will be runny until cooled.

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    Buon appetito

    Rosa

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    Slice of blueberry pie in white plate with fork.

    Vegan Blueberry Pie [Healthier than most!]

    This vegan blueberry pie is fresh and sweet with a hint of tart. A healthier spin on your traditional pie, with less sugar, no oil or butter, and whole wheat crust!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Servings: 8 Slices
    Calories: 365kcal
    Author: Rosa

    Equipment

    Empty glass pie plate.
    Pie Plate

    Ingredients

    • 2 vegan oil free pie crusts or pie crust of choice
    • 5.5 cups blueberries
    • ⅓ cup unrefined coconut sugar or granulated sugar of choice
    • ¼ cup cornstarch or tapioca flour
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice approx. 1 medium lemon
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional, but recommended
    • 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened cashew milk or plant milk of choice
    • 1-2 tablespoons white sugar optional for sprinkling
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    Instructions

    • Prepare your pie crust of choice and blind bake according to its directions. If you're using my oil free pie crust, bake 1 crust for 15 minutes, until the edges are golden. Then remove from the oven and set aside. For the second pie crust roll it out and set aside to place on top of your pie, once filled.
    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • In a mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, corn starch, lemon juice and cinnamon. Mix well. Then pour the mixture into your prepared pie crust.
    • Now use the second pie crust to cover the filling. You may place the entire crust on top and crimp the edges, making vent holes in the middle of your crust. Alternatively, you may make a basket weave pattern or star shaped (or any shape) cut outs to cover the pie. Your choice.
    • Brush some plant milk of choice on your top crust and you may optionally sprinkle with sugar.
    • Bake your pie for 45-55 minutes, until the juices from the blueberries are bubbling and the crust is golden. If your pie is cooking too quickly, cover the top with a pie shield or use aluminum foil to prevent it from getting too dark.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing and serving. The pie must cool to completely set.

    Notes

    If your crust is cooking too quickly, cover it with a pie shield or aluminum foil to prevent the crust from being over done.
    Make sure to cut vent holes if using a full pie crust for the top! If making a basket weave pattern or using the star cut outs, vents are not necessary.
    Let your blueberry pie cool completely before slicing! The cool down time is crucial to getting your pie nicely set. Although you CAN cut while warm, it will be runny until cooled.
    Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days, or sealed air tight and frozen for up to 2 months.
    Nutritional information includes 2 full oil free pie crusts. If using another crust, skipping the top crust, or using star cutouts, nutritional info will vary.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 415mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Carol A McCollum

      September 20, 2023 at 2:13 pm

      Could this blueberry filling be used in a cobbler instead of pie? If so, can you suggest a recipe?? Thank you!

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      • Rosa

        September 20, 2023 at 3:24 pm

        I don’t have a cobbler recipe to share, but I don’t see why you couldn’t use the filling for one. Let us know how it goes if you experiment. 🙂

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    2. Caz

      October 09, 2021 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks for your recipe! Do you think frozen, thawed and drained blueberries would work?

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      • Rosa

        October 10, 2021 at 9:20 am

        Yes, frozen blueberries work. Enjoy 🙂

        Reply

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