Layered Cream Cheese-Sweet Potato Pie

Health score
4%
Layered Cream Cheese-Sweet Potato Pie
260 min.
8
481kcal

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Indulge in the delightful layers of our Layered Cream Cheese-Sweet Potato Pie, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich, creamy texture of cream cheese with the natural sweetness of dark orange sweet potatoes. This pie is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, showcasing a stunning contrast of colors and textures that will impress your guests at any gathering.

Perfectly baked in a flaky Pillsbury® Pet•Ritz® pie crust, this dessert is a celebration of flavors, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, which evoke the comforting essence of fall. The addition of fresh orange peel adds a zesty brightness that elevates the pie to new heights, making each bite a harmonious blend of sweet and savory.

Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or simply craving a sweet indulgence, this pie is sure to become a favorite. With a preparation time of just over four hours, including chilling, it’s an ideal make-ahead dessert that allows you to enjoy the company of your loved ones without the stress of last-minute baking. Serve it with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence, and watch as your friends and family savor every delicious layer. Treat yourself to this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of comfort and celebration!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • oz cream cheese softened
  •  deep dish pie crust frozen pillsbury®
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.7 cup half and half 
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 lb sweet potatoes and into dark cooked uncooked mashed
  • cup whipping cream sweetened

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place cookie sheet on oven rack.
  2. Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar on low speed until well blended.
  3. Add egg; beat well. Stir in orange peel. Set aside.
  4. In food processor, place sweet potatoes. Cover; process until smooth. In large bowl, beat sweet potato layer ingredients with wire whisk.
  5. Remove crust from freezer.
  6. Spread cream cheese mixture in frozen pie crust. Carefully spoon sweet potato mixture over cream cheese mixture.
  7. Bake on cookie sheet 50 to 60 minutes or until set and knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled, 3 to 4 hours.
  8. Serve pie with sweetened whipped cream. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein5.05%
Fat58.07%
Carbs36.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.76
Glycemic Load
9.02
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.357826046322%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.84kcal
24.04%
Fat:31.52g
48.5%
Saturated Fat:16.48g
103.01%
Carbohydrates:45.04g
15.01%
Net Carbohydrates:43.26g
15.73%
Sugar:24.16g
26.85%
Cholesterol:89.77mg
29.92%
Sodium:280.57mg
12.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.17g
12.35%
Vitamin A:6953.57IU
139.07%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.15%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.9%
Phosphorus:117.75mg
11.78%
Selenium:7.44µg
10.62%
Calcium:103.54mg
10.35%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.42%
Folate:33.64µg
8.41%
Potassium:289.44mg
8.27%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.91%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.73%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.27%
Fiber:1.79g
7.14%
Iron:1.19mg
6.63%
Vitamin K:6.87µg
6.54%
Magnesium:23.8mg
5.95%
Copper:0.11mg
5.46%
Vitamin B3:1.04mg
5.2%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.21%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.91%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.29%
Vitamin C:1.73mg
2.09%