PERSIMMON SQUASH PIE

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I created this recipe for our local persimmon festival, using homegrown squash. Make sure the persimmons are ripe! I like to use a few extra toffee bits and pecans in the garnish. -Betty Milligan, Bedford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Pastry for single-crust pie
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
1/2 cup mashed ripe persimmon pulp
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
CARAMEL TOPPING:
30 caramels
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned; cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350°., In a blender, combine the buttermilk, squash and persimmon pulp; cover and process until smooth. , In a large bowl, combine the sugars, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. , In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cream, butter, vanilla and squash mixture; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour into crust. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. , In a small saucepan, combine caramels and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until melted and smooth. Pour over hot pie. Sprinkle with pecans and toffee bits. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 27g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 465mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Kayalee Moore
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I'm not sure where to find persimmons. Do you have any suggestions?


Brenda Love
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This pie sounds delicious! I'm going to pin it to my Pinterest board so I can make it later.


Lucas Nel
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.


Gitaram Giri
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I'm going to try this recipe this weekend. I'll let you know how it turns out!


Nouman Khan
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This recipe looks complicated. I don't think I have the skills to make it.


Kristy Scamman
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I'm allergic to persimmons, so I can't try this recipe.


Mian Faisal
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never cooked with persimmons before.


Sir Anand Kumar
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I'm intrigued by the combination of persimmons and squash. I've never had anything like it before.


Robert “Brenard” Clark
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This pie looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Zainab Mustapha
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This pie was a disappointment. The filling was bland and the crust was soggy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Rana ismail
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This pie is a must-try! The combination of persimmons and squash is unique and delicious. The crust is also perfectly flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe.


jahanzaib 6393
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I'm not a baker, but this pie was easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this pie again.


Ashadul Ashadul
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover squash. I had a lot of butternut squash leftover from Thanksgiving, and this pie was the perfect way to use it up. The pie was easy to make, and it turned out great!


Ayaan Awan
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of persimmons, but I'm so glad I did! The pie was delicious! The persimmons added a subtle sweetness and tartness that perfectly complemented the squash. I'll definitely be making thi


Hadejoke Bee jay
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This pie was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the persimmons and squash. The crust was also perfectly cooked, and it was easy to slice and serve.


Dorise Bryant
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Oh my goodness, this persimmon squash pie was absolutely divine! The filling was incredibly smooth and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The crust was flaky and buttery, and it held up perfectly to the filling. I'll definit