Best 4 Better Than Pumpkin Uses Butternut Squash Pie Recipes
Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a butternut squash pie that will surpass the classic pumpkin pie! Often overlooked in favor of its orange counterpart, butternut squash offers a delightful, subtly sweet and nutty flavor profile that makes it perfect for creating a rich and velvety pie filling. With its smooth, creamy texture and vibrant color, butternut squash pie is a delightful treat that will impress your family and friends. So, let's dive into the world of butternut squash pies and discover the secrets to crafting a pie that will leave you craving more.
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BETTER THAN PUMPKIN PIE
Looks like pumpkin, tastes like pumpkin, but it's butternut squash!
Provided by Barbara
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Butternut Squash
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place squash in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and simmer over medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and cool.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a blender or food processor, combine butternut squash, brown sugar, cornstarch, egg, milk, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg. Process until smooth. Pour into the unbaked pie shell.
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a table knife comes out clean when inserted in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 32.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 188.5 mg, Sugar 21.4 g
BUTTERNUT PUMPKIN PIE
America's favorite pumpkin purée is actually made from squash, so why not turn to the earthy sweetness of fresh butternut squash? It's dead easy to prepare at home and tastes more vibrantly "pumpkin" than anything from a can.
Provided by Stella Parks
Categories Thanksgiving Pie Fall Butternut Squash Squash Bourbon Ginger Cinnamon Nutmeg Bake
Yield 1 (9-inch) pie; 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Prepare the squash purée:
- Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat to 400°F. Split the squash lengthways, scoop out the seeds, and place cut side down on a foil-lined aluminum baking sheet. Roast until fork-tender, about 45 minutes.
- When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a large spoon to scrape out the pulp. Pulse in a food processor until smooth, or rub through a double-mesh sieve. Measure out 14 ounces (1 3/4 cups) squash purée. Use warm, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Make the pie:
- Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat to 375°F. In a medium bowl, whisk the squash purée, Quick Condensed Milk, brown sugar, vanilla, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, cloves, butter, and eggs until smooth. Pour into the baked crust, place on an aluminum baking sheet, and bake until the custard has puffed into a gentle dome, about 25 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking until the custard is firm around the edges but still wobbly in the very center, about 25 minutes more (200°F; 210°F if the probe touches the crust). Let cool at room temperature until the custard is set, about 2 hours.
- Cut the pie with a chef's knife. If you like, serve with dollops of whipped cream and a sprinkling of crushed toffee. Wrapped in plastic, leftovers will keep for up to 4 days at room temperature.
- Make Ahead
- From the No-Stress All-Butter Pastry Crust, which can be rolled, shaped, and frozen months in advance, to the Quick Condensed Milk and squash purée, every element of this recipe can be made well ahead, so don't feel as if you need to tackle it all at once.
- Leftover squash purée can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
BUTTERNUT SQUASH PIE
My grandmother taught me how to make this recipe while I was a teenager working on her farm in the summers. For people that find the taste of pumpkin a little strong or just want a change this is a milder but still delicious pie. Hope you like it. Top with whipped cream!
Provided by blaze
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Butternut Squash
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Press each pie crust into 2 pie plates.
- Blend butternut squash, eggs, brown sugar, milk, cream, flour, butter, cinnamon, salt, ginger, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cloves in a blender until smooth; pour into pie crusts.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pies are set in the middle, 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 306.5 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
BETTER THAN PUMPKIN (USES BUTTERNUT SQUASH) PIE
This looks like pumpkin pie, tastes like pumpkin pie but it is butternut squash. Perfect for those gardeners who grow squash instead of pumpkin. My boys can't tell the difference.
Provided by mary winecoff
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix butternut squash, brown sugar, cornstarch, egg, milk, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, ginger and nutmeg.
- Pour into unbaked pie shell.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until done.
Tips:
- Choose the right squash: Look for butternut squash that is firm and has a deep orange color. Avoid squash that is bruised or has soft spots.
- Roast the squash before using it: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and makes it easier to mash. To roast the squash, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the squash with olive oil and season it with salt and pepper. Roast the squash for 30-40 minutes, or until it is tender.
- Use a food processor to make the filling: A food processor will help you to create a smooth and creamy filling. If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the squash with a potato masher.
- Add spices to the filling: Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger add a warm and festive flavor to the pie. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
- Don't overbake the pie: The pie is done baking when the center is set and the crust is golden brown. Overbaking the pie will make the filling dry and the crust tough.
Conclusion:
Butternut squash pie is a delicious and festive fall dessert. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, butternut squash pie is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give butternut squash pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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