Carrot pie, a lesser-known delectable, offers a unique and flavorful twist to traditional pies. Whether you're searching for a delightful dessert to impress your loved ones or a creative way to incorporate vegetables into your diet, this article will guide you through the journey of discovering the best carrot pie recipe. From traditional to contemporary, we'll explore a variety of recipes that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect carrot pie, transforming this humble root vegetable into a culinary masterpiece.
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CARROT PIE
Carrot Pie, with its sweet cinnamon taste, has been in my family for at least 5 generations. It's a must-have at our family Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers (but good any time!).
Provided by Laura
Categories Desserts Pies Custard and Cream Pie Recipes
Time 3h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Press the pie crust into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake the pie shell for 3 to 5 minutes, just to firm it up, then remove from the oven, and set aside. Place carrots in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain water, and mash carrots until smooth using a food processor, or potato ricer.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the carrot puree, sugar and eggs. Mix in the cinnamon and vanilla. Gradually stir in the milk. Pour the mixture into the partially baked pie shell.
- Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake for an additional 40 to 45 minutes at the lower temperature, or until firm. Cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 48.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 166.9 mg, Sugar 21.6 g
PECAN-TOPPED CARROT PIE
People are often surprised to learn that carrots are the main ingredient in this tasty dessert. It's a different twist! -Darlene King, Estevan, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add 1 in. of water to a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 9-11 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., Place the carrots, milk, eggs, pie spice, cinnamon and salt in a blender. Cover and process until pureed; process 1 minute longer. Pour into pastry shell. Combine the pecans, brown sugar and butter; sprinkle over filling. , Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are browned. (Cover edges of crust with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary.) Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.
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HONEY CARROT PIE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook carrots in the boiling water until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until very smooth. Set aside to cool.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Beat eggs in a large bowl. Add carrots, evaporated milk, brown sugar, honey, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice; beat until smooth. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and pour carrot mixture into pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of the pie comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 363.6 mg, Sugar 30.7 g
CARROT PIE
I came into this recipe sometime in the 70s, during a brief vegetarian spell. I'm carniverous again, but not adamently so, I still prefer vegetables. This pie is delicious.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For pastry: Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal. Beat 2 tblsps ice water, egg and vinegar to blend. Mix into flour just until dough comes together into a ball. If dough seems too dry, add up to 2 tblsps more water, a few drops at a time. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
- For filling: Melt 4 tblsps butter in small skillet over low heat. Add onion, cover and cook gently until soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Melt remaining 3 tblsps butter in same skillet over low heat. Add carrots, increase heat to high and stir 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add water, cover and cook until carrots are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes (if carrots are tender and there is still liquid, drain).
- Puree onions and carrots in processor with eggs, yolks, salt, allspice and pepper until smooth. Turn into bowl and refrigerate 1 hour.
- To assemble: Preheat oven to 340°F Grease 5 ½ x 9 ½ inch loaf pan (or 4 ½ x 11 inches).
- Roll dough out on lightly-floured surface to thickness of ¼ inch. Cut out 12 x 16 inch rectangle. Drape dough loosely in pan. Press into corners gently with fingers. Trim dough flush with top of pan. Roll scraps out to ¼ inch thick. Cut out rectangle large enough to cover top of pan.
- Stir rice and cheese into carrot mixture. Spoon into prepared pan. Brush edge of crust with glaze. Cover with dough, pressing to seal. Roll remaining scraps out. Cut out dough decorations and stick them on with the egg glaze. Brush entire pie with glaze. Make 6 steam vents. Bake until lightly-browned, about 1 ½ hours. Cool in pan. Remove carefully. Serve at room temperature.
CARROT PECAN CRUNCH PIE
Carrot custard filling topped by crunchy pecan streusel--unusual and delicious!
Provided by Mary Wood
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- To Make Topping: In a medium bowl combine brown sugar, melted butter or margarine, and chopped pecans. Mix well and set aside.
- To Make Carrot Custard: Steam carrots until tender. Drain and cool. Place cooled carrots in a blender or food processor and add eggs, condensed milk, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Pour carrot mixture into pie shell. Sprinkle with pecan topping.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.8 calories, Carbohydrate 60.2 g, Cholesterol 78.4 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 323.5 mg, Sugar 44.6 g
CARROT SPICE AND WALNUT PIE
I modified the wonderfully creative recipe submitted by P.L. Weiss with terrific results. A new autumn favorite with my vegetarian friends. The fresh carrots really make a difference. Enjoy!
Provided by DJKD
Categories Desserts Pies Vintage Pie Recipes Walnut Pie Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Steam carrots until soft but not mushy. Cool slightly.
- Place carrots in food processor and puree until smooth. Add honey, eggs, butter or margarine, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and walnuts. Blend until smooth. Pour mixture into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl combine brown sugar and white sugar, mixing well to get all lumps out. Fold sugar mixture gradually into carrot mixture until well incorporated. Pour mixture into partially baked pie shell.
- Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Serve pie warm or cold. Refrigerate any leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 52.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 403.8 mg, Sugar 33.2 g
PINEAPPLE-CARROT CAKE PIE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 4h15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make the crust: Coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray. Pulse the flour, sugar and almonds in a food processor until combined. Add the carrots; pulse until finely chopped. Add the butter, molasses, cinnamon, allspice and salt; pulse until the dough comes together in large clumps. Dampen your hands and press the dough into the bottom and up the side of the prepared pie plate. Freeze until firm, at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line the crust with foil, then fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until dry and set around the edge, about 20 minutes. Remove the weights and foil and continue baking until the bottom is dry, 8 to 10 more minutes. Let cool 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the filling: Wipe out the food processor. Add the canned pineapple, cream cheese, yogurt, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and allspice and puree until smooth. Add the egg and flour; pulse until just combined.
- Pour the filling into the crust; bake until the edge is set but the center still jiggles slightly, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely. Top with dried pineapple and sliced almonds.
PECAN-TOPPED CARROT PIE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Tom421
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add 1 inch of water to a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 9 to 11 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. Place the carrots, milk, eggs, pie spice, cinnamon and salt in a blender. Cover and process until pureed; process 1 minute longer. Pour into pastry shell. Combine the pecans, brown sugar and butter; sprinkle over filling. Bake at 375°F for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean and edges are browned. Cover edges of crust with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent over browning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.
CARROT SPICE PIE
Steps:
- Combine carrots, butter, honey, vanilla extract, salt, eggs and spices in a mixing bowl. Mix together thoroughly with an electric mixer; mix until smooth. Fold in white and brown sugars. Pour filling into pastry crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C) for 50 to 60 minutes. To determine if pie is done, insert toothpick. If it comes out clean it is ready.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 485.3 mg, Sugar 35.7 g
CINNAMON-CARROT PIE
This recipe is from the food insert in my local newspaper; it sounded so good I didn't want to lose it! It is from a woman named Judith Ogden Larsen, who has a pie shop in Eustis, Nebraska, says "this pretty orange pie is better than pumpkin pie ever thought about being!" I think the addition of raisins might be nice in this....
Provided by Raquel Grinnell
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Combine first seven ingredients in a medium mixing bowl; beat for two minutes.
- Pour into unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- lower heat to 350 degrees and bake 45 minutes longer or until the filling is set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 58.8, Sodium 360.4, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 26.6, Protein 6.3
FRESH CARROT CAULIFLOWER PIE
This recipe resembles a quiche, but uses fresh vegetables as the main ingredients. It's so delicious, you will probably get requests for it often. I certainly do!
Provided by pixie stiz
Categories Cauliflower
Time 1h5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Prepare the Savory Pie Crust by mixing croutons and melted butter in a 9" pie shell pan.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown@ 375.
- Remove from oven and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter.
- Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes until golden.
- Add cauliflower, carrots, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle 3/4 cup of cheese into prepared pie crust; add veggie mix.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk; pour over ingredients in pie shell.
- Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 30-40 minutes, until set.
GREAT GRANDMA'S CARROT PECAN PIE
Yum! This is not your average pecan pie. It's a cross between a carrot cake and a pecan pie. It's a match made in pie heaven! The crunchy brown sugar and not topping is the perfect touch. It tastes like fall with every bite.
Provided by Colleen Sowa
Categories Pies
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Combine carrots, brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spices. Beat for 3 minutes.
- 2. Pour into prepared pie crust.
- 3. Mix brown sugar, butter, and pecans. Sprinkle on top of pie.
- 4. Bake 25 minutes, 375 degrees while covered with tin foil. Remove tin foil and bake 20-25 minutes.
- 5. It is done when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
PECAN CARROT PIE
After moving from New York to Georgia, I had many opportunities to make pecan pie. This recipe stuns the Southerners when I tell them carrots are the secret ingredient! -Susan Elise Jansen, Smyrna, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h35m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a saucepan, simmer carrots in water for 20 minutes or until tender; drain. Place carrots and cream in a blender; cover and process until smooth. In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, ginger and carrots; mix well. Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes., For topping, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Add pecans; stir until coated, about 2 minutes. Spoon over carrot filling. Reduce heat to 325°, bake 35-40 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator.
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SWEET CARROT PECAN PIE
During the depression, government food banks provided potatoes and carrots. Many dishes were developed such as carrot pie to bring something sweet to the table without taking too much from already empty pockets. Here's a modern day version using sweetened condensed milk to give the pie a smooth creamy consistency. Enjoy!
Provided by Pamela Jarvinen
Categories Pies
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Boil carrots in one inch of water, in large saucepan. When water is boiling, reduce heat, cover & cook 10mins or until tender. Drain and cool
- 2. In a food processor, add cooled, cooked carrots, condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon & salt. Puree mixture and process approximately 1 minute longer. Pour into reserved pastry/pie shell.
- 3. Combine pecans, brown sugar, and butter. Sprinkle pecan mixture over pie filling. Bake at 375°F , 45-50 mins, or until knife in center returns clean and crust edges are lightly browned. Cool on wire rack. Enjoy!
- 4. TIP: if you don't have nutmeg, ground ginger and ground cloves, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of Pumpkin Pie Spices
- 5. Optional Crust Enhancement-- For a special treat, try the Gingersnap Pecan Crust Recipe-- When using this crust, we leave out the ginger in the carrot filling and the pecans from the top, in favor of the crust which is made of crushed gingersnap cookies and chopped pecans-- This version will make your mouth snap to attention and say "OoohLaLa!"
CARROT PIE (DIABETIC)
A sweet pie, but could be used as a side dish to turkey or chicken. If not worried about sugar intake, sub equal amount of granulated sugar for Splenda.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Press the pie crust into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes; remove from the oven and set aside.
- Place carrots in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and puree carrots in a food processor.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the carrot puree, sugar and eggs. Mix in the cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Gradually stir in the milk.
- Pour the mixture into the partially baked pie shell. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven and then reduce heat to 350 degrees F. Bake for an additional 40 to 45 minutes at the lower temperature, or until firm.
- Cool slightly on wire rack before cutting.
COCONUT CARROT CREAM PIE
Steps:
- For filling: Marinate chopped dry apples and apricots in wine overnight in refrigerator or at room temperature for 1 hour. Combine grated apples, raisins and walnuts in food processor or blender, then add in the soaked dried fruit-wine mixture and process until combined. Drain and press excess moisture from carrots, zucchini and beets and mix into apple mixture along with coconut, cinnamon and nutmeg. For pie crust: Place almonds and oats in food processor and process until very finely ground. Add dates and process until chopped and mixed well. Add chia seed gel and pulse to mix in. Press mixture into a pie plate to form shell. (More chia seed gel may be added if mixture is too dry) Add filling to prepared pie crust. * to make chia seed gel, mix 3 tablespoons chia seed in 3/4 cup water and let stand for at least 15 minutes. Process in food processor into a paste. Delicious with Macadamia Cream Topping: In a food processor or blender, blend 1 1/3 cup macadamia nuts, 1 cup soy, hemp or almond milk and 2/3 cup pitted dates until smooth and creamy.
CARROT PIE
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together-beating well. Pour into unbaked pie crust. Bake for an hour at 425 degrees.
NANCY'S "OLE"CARROT PIE
Occasionaly I have some "ole" left over carrots in my crisper, just waiting to be used. Before they go limp, I have to use them up. So why not a carrot pie?? So I put together this simple, quick and easy ole pie.I have made this many times, and I hope you like it as much as I do. I have to admit I love butternut squash pie,...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Snacks
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Beat together all ingredients, except the pie shell..LOL. until smooth. Pour into the pie shell.
- 2. Bake in a pre-heated 450F. oven 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 300F. and bake for 50 minutes more or until filling is firm. The last 1/2 hour,you might want to cover the pie edges with strips of aluminum foil, to avoid ugly burnt edges.
- 3. Cool on a rack.. Load on the topping when serving and top with a sprinkle of that good ole spice nutmeg.
- 4. Please see J.A.P. cook...Susan Feliciano recipe:Carrots and sweet potatoes,squash and pumpkins. She has put together some great info.... Thank you, Susan,... Nancy.. 6/14/2012
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality carrots. This will give your pie the best flavor and texture.
- Grate the carrots finely. This will help them cook evenly and distribute their flavor throughout the pie.
- Don't overcook the carrots. They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Use a combination of spices to flavor the pie. Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice are all good choices.
- Don't overmix the pie filling. Overmixing can make the pie tough.
- Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes. This will help to set the crust and prevent the pie from becoming soggy.
- Reduce the oven temperature and continue baking the pie until the filling is set.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the pie to set.
Conclusion:
Carrot pie is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed all year round. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and holiday gatherings. With its sweet and spicy flavor, carrot pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new dessert to try, give carrot pie a try. You won't be disappointed.
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