Overflowing Vegan Apple Pie (Packed With Orchard-Fresh Cinnamon Apples!)

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Every fall, right when the leaves start crunching under our boots and the air smells like woodsmoke and sweaters, my family makes our annual trip to the apple orchard. And like clockwork, we overpick. Every. Single. Time.

Which leads to the happiest problem ever:

What do we do with all these apples?

And the answer, at least in my kitchen, is always the same —
Bake a pie.

But not just any pie …

This Vegan Apple Pie is piled so high with cinnamon-kissed apples that it practically defies gravity. There’s no top crust weighing it down — just warm, golden apples bubbling up from the pan like the pie is trying to give you a hug.

It’s rustic. It’s simple. It’s overflowing (literally). And it tastes like everything good about fall.

A Pie That Celebrates the Apples

If you’ve ever made a traditional pie with a top crust, you know that sometimes the apples feel hidden, like they’re tucked away behind pastry walls.

Not this one.

This pie puts the apples front and center:

• Fresh from the orchard
• Thinly sliced
• Tossed in cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla
• Sweetened just enough
• Baked until soft but not mushy

It’s the kind of pie that makes your house smell so good your family magically appears in the kitchen asking, “Is it ready yet?”

My Honest Review (Why This Pie Works Every Time)

Here’s what I LOVE about this pie:

• It’s easier than traditional apple pie — no top crust to fuss with.
• It looks stunning with apples piled high and caramelized edges peeking out.
• It’s naturally lighter, letting the apples shine.
• It’s budget-friendly since apples are cheapest during fall orchard season.
• It softens beautifully without turning into apple mush.

This is one of those pies that looks like it belongs in a bakery window, but you made it at home — in yoga pants, with your hair in a bun, while your kid asks if he can “just taste an apple for quality control.”

You know … real life.

A Pie Without a Top Crust? Yes, Please.

Going topless (the pie, not you) actually makes this dessert even better:

• The apples caramelize more.
• You get crispy edges AND tender centers.
• The spices perfume the whole kitchen.
• It saves time without sacrificing flavor.

And honestly? It feels more rustic and comforting — the kind of dessert you bring to a family gathering and everyone assumes you spent all day on it.

Quick Ingredients Snapshot

Just the essentials:

• Orchard-fresh apples
• Cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla
• Cane sugar or coconut sugar
• Lemon juice
• A flaky vegan pie crust
• A tiny bit of flour or cornstarch
• Vegan butter for richness

Simple. Cozy. Fall perfection.

Quick Instructions

1. Slice lots (and I mean LOTS) of apples.
2. Toss them with cinnamon, sugar, spices, and lemon.
3. Load them into your pie shell — don’t be afraid to pile high.
4. Dot with vegan butter.
5. Bake until golden, bubbling, and irresistible.

Let cool slightly, but not too long — warm apple pie deserves a moment.

Serving Ideas

• A scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream
• Coconut whipped cream
• A drizzle of warm caramel
• Or just a fork and your full attention

There’s no wrong answer.

Final Thoughts

This Vegan Orchard Apple Pie is one of those desserts that feels like fall wrapped in a warm blanket. Every slice is filled with soft apples, cozy spices, and a buttery crust — without the heaviness of a top layer.

It’s simple enough for a weeknight baking fix yet special enough for Thanksgiving dessert.

And best of all?
It’s the perfect use for those orchard apples sitting on your countertop just begging for their big moment.

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