Hemp Pumpkin Pie
Introduction
Elevate your holiday celebrations with this Hemp Pumpkin Pie recipe, combining the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with the nutritional benefits of hemp. This delightful dessert begins with a flaky, buttery crust, filled with a velvety pumpkin filling infused with hemp seeds for added texture and nuttiness. The filling is seasoned with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, imparting a cozy warmth to every bite.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
For the Filling:
Instructions
For the Crust:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, hemp hearts, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, evenly covering the bottom and sides to create the crust.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling. Leave the oven on.
For the Filling:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, hemp oil, eggs, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, salt and CBD oil until well combined.
2. Gradually add the plant milk and coconut cream, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
4. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
6. Once the pie has cooled, you can refrigerate it for a few hours or overnight.
7. Slice and serve your Hemp-Infused Pumpkin Pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of hemp hearts for an extra touch of goodness.
Prep and Cook Time:
- Prep Time: Approximately 20-25 minutes
- Cook Time:
- Crust: 10 minutes
- Pie: 45-50 minutes
- Additional Time: Cooling: At least 1 hour (plus additional refrigeration time if preferred)
Servings and Yield
- Servings: Approximately 8-10 servings (depending on slice size)
- Yield: One 9-inch pie
Tips and Tricks
1. Maple Sweetness
Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a rich, maple flavor.2. Cool Properly
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating. This helps to set the filling.
3. CBD Oil
Add the CBD oil to the filling mixture off the heat to preserve its potency.
Variations
Vegan Option
- Substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water per egg) and use coconut milk instead of plant milk.
Coconut Crust
- Use shredded coconut mixed with the graham cracker crumbs for a tropical twist.
Chocolate Twist
- Add a layer of melted dark chocolate on the crust before pouring the pumpkin filling.
FAQ
CBD Benefits
- The addition of CBD oil offers potential health benefits, including reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation.
Antioxidant-Rich
- Pumpkin and spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are packed with antioxidants, which support overall health.
