Step 1

Food processor method: Add the flour and sugar into the food processor and pulse a few times to mix. Scatter the vegan butter cubes over the flour and pulse several more times until the mixture is a crumbly sandy texture. Pour over the plant-based milk and pulse a few more times until you reach a shaggy dough but there is still some unmixed flour (don't over mix or the dough will become tough). Turn the dough onto a clean work surface and use your hands to gather everything into a ball of dough. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before continuing.Bowl method: Add the flour and sugar into a large bowl and whisk to combine. Scatter the vegan butter cubes over the flour and use a fork or pastry cutter to cute the butter into the flour until you reach a crumbly sandy texture. Drizzle the plant-based milk across the flour mixture and use the fork to combine, until you reach a shaggy dough but there is still some unmixed flour (don't over mix or the dough will become tough). Turn the dough onto a clean work surface and use your hands to gather everything into a ball of dough. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before continuing.

Step 2

Spread a clean smooth tea towel over your work surface and lightly sprinkle flour over it. Unwrap your dough and place it in the center of the floured tea towel. Roll out the dough until you have a rough circle that is several inches bigger than your pie dish, to allow room for the sides and edges of the crust.

Step 3

Use the tea towel to help you flip the dough into the pie dish. Use a knife to cut off the excess pastry around the edges. If there are any holes, fill them with some of the extra pieces. Pinch the edges to form a pretty crust.

Step 4

Only do this if the recipe requires a fully cooked crust prior to filling it. Preheat your oven to 450F (230C). Pierce the crust all over with a fork. Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 400F and continue cooking until the crust is lightly browned- just a couple more minutes.