Spiced Pumpkin Phyllo Pie

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Spiced Pumpkin Phyllo Pie
45 min.
8
388kcal

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Looking for a delicious and vegetarian-friendly dessert that's sure to impress? Look no further than this Spiced Pumpkin Phyllo Pie! This delectable treat is not only vegetarian but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for any occasion. With a scrumptious filling made from a combination of pumpkin (or butternut squash), spices, and heavy whipping cream, this dessert offers a rich and comforting flavor profile.

The phyllo pastry adds a flaky and crispy texture that complements the smooth pumpkin filling beautifully. Plus, with a golden brown sugar topping and a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg, this dessert is not only delicious but also visually stunning.

With a caloric content of 388 kcal per serving, this dessert is perfect for those watching their waistline. And with a serving size of 8, you can share this delightful treat with friends and family. So why not give this Spiced Pumpkin Phyllo Pie a try and indulge in a delicious, vegetarian-friendly dessert that's sure to be a hit?

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 1.8 pound butternut squash halved seeded
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons evaporated skim milk canned
  • cup brown sugar loosely packed ()
  • cup brown sugar loosely packed ()
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 1.5 tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated for garnish
  • inch sheets dough fresh frozen thawed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line rimmedbaking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Placepumpkin, cut side down, on parchment.
  3. Bake until very tender, about 1 hour. Cool.
  4. Scoop pumpkin flesh into processor;discard skin.
  5. Combine cinnamon, ginger,and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg in small bowl.
  6. Addhalf of cinnamon mixture to pumpkin inprocessor.
  7. Add brown sugar, eggs, milk,cream, cornstarch, vanilla, and salt. Processuntil very smooth. DO AHEAD: Filling can bemade 1 day ahead.
  8. Transfer to large bowl,cover, and chill.
  9. Increase oven temperature to 425°F.Lightly butter 9-inch-diameter tart pan withremovable bottom.
  10. Place rimmed bakingsheet in oven to heat. Stir 2 tablespoonssugar into remaining cinnamon mixture.
  11. Lay 1 phyllo sheet on clean work surfaceand brush lightly with butter (keep remainingphyllo sheets covered with plastic wrap anddamp towel to prevent drying).
  12. Sprinkle 1scant teaspoonful cinnamon mixture overphyllo. Repeat 4 times with phyllo, butter, andcinnamon mixture. Arrange stacked phylloin tart pan, gently pressing and allowinglong sides to hang over edge of pan. Repeatlayering process with 5 remaining phyllosheets. Arrange stacked phyllo crosswise atopfirst sheets so that overhanging corners pointin opposite directions.
  13. Roll overhang in to formedge of crust.
  14. Pour pumpkin into pan.
  15. Place pie on hot baking sheet and bake10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to375°F and bake until tester inserted intocenter of filling comes out clean, 40 to 45minutes. Cool at least 20 minutes. Gratenutmeg over and serve warm.
  16. Per serving: 349.6 kcal calories, 29.6 % calories from fat,
  17. 5 g fat, 6.0 g saturated fat, 10
  18. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein4.64%
Fat22.89%
Carbs72.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.14
Glycemic Load
2.66
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.526956532312%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.3kcal
19.42%
Fat:10.23g
15.75%
Saturated Fat:5.83g
36.45%
Carbohydrates:72.92g
24.31%
Net Carbohydrates:70.69g
25.71%
Sugar:60.05g
66.72%
Cholesterol:92.19mg
30.73%
Sodium:275.35mg
11.97%
Alcohol:0.13g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:4.67g
9.33%
Vitamin A:10953.9IU
219.08%
Vitamin C:21mg
25.46%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.29%
Calcium:143.76mg
14.38%
Potassium:497.8mg
14.22%
Vitamin E:1.86mg
12.42%
Selenium:8.23µg
11.75%
Magnesium:45.65mg
11.41%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.88%
Phosphorus:100.75mg
10.07%
Folate:40.15µg
10.04%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.4%
Iron:1.62mg
9.01%
Fiber:2.23g
8.92%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.68%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.58%
Vitamin B3:1.44mg
7.18%
Copper:0.12mg
5.98%
Vitamin D:0.64µg
4.3%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.69%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.55%
Vitamin K:2µg
1.91%
Source:Epicurious