Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie
Introduction
Autumn is the season of harvest, and what better way to enjoy the bounty of the season than with a delicious pie? This Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie is the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors, with a hint of spice that will warm you up on a chilly autumn day.
Ingredients
To make this Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
To make this Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie, follow these instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Add the beaten eggs and heavy cream to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center of the pie is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Variations
If you want to add some extra flavor to your Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie, try one of these variations:
- Add a crumb topping made with brown sugar, flour, butter, and chopped pecans.
- Replace the sweet potato with butternut squash or acorn squash.
- Add a tablespoon of bourbon to the filling mixture for a boozy twist.
Conclusion
This Sweet and Spiced Autumn Harvest Pie is the perfect dessert for any autumn gathering. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors and warm spices, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So go ahead and give it a try – your taste buds will thank you!