How is the red velvet crust naturally colored?

The vibrant red hue of the crust comes from a combination of beet juice powder and strawberry powder, mixed with carob or cacao for depth.

What gives the berry jam its thick consistency?

The berry jam achieves its thick, spreadable texture by incorporating chia seeds, which absorb liquid and create a gel-like consistency after refrigerating overnight.

Can I make these Berry Love Pies ahead of time?

Yes, the berry jam needs to be prepared the night before, and the assembled pies require freezer time, making them ideal for preparing in advance.

What kind of pan is needed for these pies?

You will need a standard muffin or cupcake pan, lined with parchment paper, to form the individual pie crusts.

How many pies does this recipe yield?

This recipe yields enough crust for three individual Berry Love Pies, with some extra crust reserved for topping.

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Berry Love Pies With Red Velvet Crust
[Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw]

JB By: Jasmine Briones

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Three individual Berry Love Pies with vibrant red velvet crusts, filled with a rich berry jam, topped with crust pieces, and arranged on a serving plate.

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Berry Love Pies With Red Velvet Crust [Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw]

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These berry pies taste as good as they look – and they look incredible. The rich red velvet crust is slathered in a homemade berry jam that is to die for. You can get creative with the tops of these pies and make them as fancy as you like.

Ingredients You Need for Berry Love Pies With Red Velvet Crust [Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw]

For the Berry Jam Filling:

15 medium strawberries
1/2 cup raspberries
6 Medjool dates, pitted
2 tablespoons chia seeds
A dash of vanilla powder (optional)

For the Crust:

3/4 cup gluten-free oats
1/2 cup dried mulberries
12 Medjool dates, pitted
4 dried black figs, stems removed
2 tablespoons carob or cacao powder
1 teaspoon beet juice powder
1 1/2 teaspoons strawberry powder
3 tablespoons almond milk

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How to Prepare Berry Love Pies With Red Velvet Crust [Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw]

To Make the Berry Jam:

Blend all of the ingredients (except for the chia seeds) together until smooth. Pour into a jar or sealable container and stir in the chia seeds.
Cover the jam and place it into the refrigerator overnight.

To Make the Crust:

Place the dates and figs into the food processor and run it until a thick paste is formed.Remove them and set them aside.
Place the remaining ingredients (except for the almond milk) into the food processor, and run until a rough flour has formed.
Add the date-fig paste back in along with the almond milk, and blend them until they are well mixed. A ball should form.
Place the mixture into a bowl, and try to spread it out along the sides of it to be sure to make a large surface area.
Place the dough into the freezer for 15 minutes.
Line your muffin/cupcake pan with parchment paper.
Take about 2 tablespoons of the crust and press it against the sides and bottom of the cupcake pan to form a crust. This recipe makes enough crust for 3 pies. Save some crust for the tops of your pies.
Place it back into the freezer for 15 minutes.
Remove the tin from the freezer and fill the crust with the jam.
Place it back into the freezer while you prepare your crust topping.
Remove the pies from the pan and top with the remaining crust.

Notes

If you are looking to add a little flare to your pies you can use fresh or dried fruit, crushed nuts, coconut flakes, and whole berries to decorate them.