Homestyle Gluten-Free Apple Pie (Dairy-Free & Vegan Option)

1. Make the Crust:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, xanthan gum, sugar, and salt.
2. Cut in the cold vegan butter with a pastry cutter (or your fingers) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just holds together. Divide into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Filling:

1. Toss the apple slices in a bowl with coconut sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Let it sit for 10 minutes to release the juices.

3. Assemble the Pie:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out one dough disk between two pieces of parchment paper to fit your pie pan. Carefully transfer it to the pan.
3. Fill with the apple mixture and dot with vegan butter.
4. Roll out the second dough disk for the top crust. Cover the pie, crimp edges, and cut slits for ventilation.

4. Bake:

1. Brush the top with almond milk and sprinkle with a little sugar for that golden finish.
2. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling bubbles.

5. Cool & Serve:

Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours to set. Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream.