ThanksLiving Un-Pumpkin Pie

Amanda Johns, CCHt, LSHC, LMT, HHP, SWC

The Power of Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend

Pumpkin pie spice is a delightful blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. This aromatic combination not only adds warmth and flavor to your dishes but also provides various health benefits and even holds magical properties.

Health Benefits of Pumpkin Pie Spice:

• Cinnamon: A warm and soothing spice, it is known for regulating blood sugar and providing powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Ginger: Boosts the immune system, aids digestion, and reduces bloating.
• Nutmeg: Offers anti-inflammatory effects and contains antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative stress.
• Cloves: Known for their sharp, pungent aroma, they have antimicrobial properties that help the immune system fight infections such as bacteria and viruses. Cloves also contain a natural anesthetic that helps reduce pain and inflammation.

Magical Properties of Pumpkin Pie Spice

• Cinnamon: Representing the fire of passion, cinnamon is believed to carry a spiritual and energetic vibration that rekindles passion in relationships. Its red hue is linked to the fire element of the heart, enhancing the spice’s warming and invigorating qualities.
• Ginger: Symbolizing vitality and determination, ginger has long been used by ancient cultures in gatherings to attract success and prosperity.
• Nutmeg: Known for its calming properties, nutmeg promotes relaxation and is thought to enhance clarity, wisdom, and spiritual insight.
• Cloves: Associated with purification, protection, and healing, cloves are often used in rituals and gatherings to cleanse spaces or objects of unwanted energy.

Autumn, the season of harvest, reflects the transformative energy of pumpkin spice. Its deep historical roots in healing and renewal make it a perfect addition to your meals and drinks, offering both health benefits and a delicious seasonal flavor.

Spice up your life this season with a ThanksLiving Un-Pumpkin Pie!

Ingredients 

Crust 

• 3 Cups Walnuts (soaked)
• 4 Dates (pitted and soaked)
• 1 Tbsp Organic Maple Syrup
• 2 Tbsp Ground Flaxseed
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1/8 tsp Himalayan Pink Salt

Filling

• 4 Cups Cashews(soaked)
• 1 Cup Carrots (Juiced)
• 2 Tbsp Coconut Butter
• 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 Cup Maple Syrup
• 3 Tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice  
• 1/8 tsp Himalayan Pink Salt
• Water (as needed)

Make it Happen

Preparation:

1. Soak four cups of cashews for about one hour, set aside.
2. In a separate bowl soak three cups of walnuts for about one hour.
3. Soak four pitted dates in ¾ cup of water, for at least one hour, set aside
4. Juice five carrots, set aside

Instructions for crust:

1. In the food processor with the s-blade, first blend the dates, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon juice and salt.
2. Then pulse in the walnuts and then the ground flaxseed. until it sticks together.
3. Place crust mix into a round glass pie plate and pat-down with love
4. Place it in the freezer while making the pie filling.

Instructions for filling:

1. Drain and rinse cashews, place in a high-speed blender, add carrot juice, maple syrup, melted coconut butter (or coconut oil of needed), vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, salt and small amount of the date-water.
2. Use the tamper in a circular motion to assist the high-speed blender, then blend pie filling until smooth.

Assemble with Love:  

1. Take the pie crust out of the freezer and pour the pie filling into the frozen crust. Then with a spatula, spread until smooth.
2. Place the whole pie back into the freezer, until ready to serve.
3. Remember to take the pie out of the freezer at least thirty mins before slicing.