It's finally fall, and pumpkin-flavored everything is taking over the world one PSL at a time. The problem with so many of these pumpkin-spiced treats? They're filled with sugar, butter, and unnecessary additives. In an effort to delay packing on that inevitable winter weight, we set out to find a healthier, gluten-free, vegan dessert. Next time you're craving pumpkin pie, try out this easy blender recipe you can whip up in no time.

Vegan Pumpkin Pies

  • Prep Time:5 mins
  • Cook Time:30 mins
  • Total Time:35 mins
  • Servings:12
  • Easy

    Ingredients

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup coconut sugar
  • 3 tsp pumpkin pie spice divided
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 can chilled full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
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  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

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  • Step 2

    Place pumpkin, coconut sugar, 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, and bananas in a blender or food processor.

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  • Step 3

    Blend ingredients until fully combined.

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  • Step 4

    Distribute batter evenly into cupcake pan. Place into oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.

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  • Step 5

    Open chilled coconut milk and scoop the coconut cream into a medium mixing bowl. Add vanilla, maple syrup, and 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat until creamy.

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  • Step 6

    Top mini pies with coconut topping and enjoy!

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Now you can enjoy a pumpkin treat almost entirely guilt-free. These personal pies are extremely addictive, though... You've been forewarned.