Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with Cinnamon Ice Cream

Health score
14%
Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with Cinnamon Ice Cream
45 min.
8
1505kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with Cinnamon Ice Cream, a dessert that perfectly marries the warmth of sweet potatoes with the rich, nutty crunch of pecans. This recipe is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a celebration of comfort and nostalgia, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or festive occasions.

Imagine a golden-brown pie crust cradling a velvety filling that combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. The addition of both chopped and halved pecans adds a delightful texture, ensuring every bite is a harmonious blend of creamy and crunchy.

To elevate this dessert experience, we serve it alongside a scoop of homemade cinnamon ice cream, which adds a refreshing contrast to the rich pie. The creamy, spiced ice cream melts beautifully into the warm pie, creating a decadent dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this Sweet Potato Pecan Pie is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of home and happiness in every slice.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup plus light
  • large egg yolks 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • servings cinnamon ice cream 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons brown sugar light
  • 0.5 cup pecans halved
  • cup pecans chopped
  • cup sweet potatoes mashed
  • inch unbaked pie shell frozen
  • tablespoon butter unsalted softened
  • 1.5 tablespoons butter unsalted melted
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract divided
  • tablespoon whipping cream 
  • 0.3  plus 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Bake pie shell 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned; remove from oven. Lower temperature to 35
  3. Combine sweet potato and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  4. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and next 3 ingredients; stir until smooth and completely combined.
  5. Spread in an even layer in bottom of shell.
  6. Add chopped pecans evenly over sweet potato mixture.
  7. Lay pecan halves flat in a circle around perimeter.
  8. Combine granulated sugar and 2 large eggs in a separate bowl; whisk until well blended.
  9. Whisk in corn syrup, melted butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  10. Pour mixture slowly over pecan layer. Do not overfill. (You may have excess.)
  11. Bake at 350 for 50 to 55 minutes or until pie is puffed, set, and golden brown.
  12. Remove and let cool.
  13. Serve with Cinnamon Ice Cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1505kcal
Protein5.41%
Fat51.02%
Carbs43.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.89
Glycemic Load
19.99
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.209999851559%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.99mg
Delphinidin
1.35mg
Catechin
1.34mg
Epigallocatechin
1.05mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1505.27kcal
75.26%
Fat:85.93g
132.2%
Saturated Fat:27.47g
171.71%
Carbohydrates:165.11g
55.04%
Net Carbohydrates:156.68g
56.97%
Sugar:49.36g
54.84%
Cholesterol:132.96mg
44.32%
Sodium:1096.45mg
47.67%
Alcohol:0.26g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:20.48g
40.97%
Manganese:1.91mg
95.41%
Vitamin A:2915.13IU
58.3%
Vitamin B1:0.81mg
54.23%
Folate:179.06µg
44.76%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
38.92%
Iron:6.85mg
38.08%
Fiber:8.43g
33.73%
Phosphorus:334.3mg
33.43%
Vitamin B3:6.48mg
32.42%
Selenium:21.44µg
30.62%
Copper:0.45mg
22.4%
Vitamin B5:1.92mg
19.21%
Zinc:2.77mg
18.48%
Magnesium:72.34mg
18.09%
Vitamin K:18.04µg
17.18%
Calcium:167.97mg
16.8%
Potassium:512.58mg
14.65%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.82%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.66%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.7%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.71%
Vitamin C:1.02mg
1.23%
Source:My Recipes