Sweet Potato Pie

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rustic, earthy dessert blending roasted sweet potatoes with savory miso and warm spices
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Sweet Potato Pie

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 539.0

Description

This unique Japanese-inspired sweet potato pie offers a sophisticated twist on traditional desserts. By roasting the sweet potatoes first, you unlock a deep, caramelized sweetness that serves as the perfect base for the savory depth of white miso. The addition of white miso provides a subtle umami richness that balances the natural sugars, while a blend of cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger adds complex aromatic warmth. The texture is luxuriously creamy yet firm enough to hold a slice, contrasting beautifully with the crisp, buttery pie crust. Topped with crunchy walnut halves, this dessert is both visually striking and flavorful. It is an excellent choice for autumn gatherings, holiday dinners, or any time you want to impress guests with a dish that feels both comforting and innovative. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, its a recipe that highlights the versatility of sweet potatoes in savory-sweet applications.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
  2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly; leave skins on.
  3. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, brush lightly with olive oil, and bake for 1.5 hours until very soft when pierced with a fork.
  4. Remove potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool enough to handle, then peel off the skins and discard.
  5. Mash the peeled sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.
  6. Stir in the white miso, cornstarch, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and water (or soy milk) until fully incorporated and creamy.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 350F (175C).
  8. Line the prepared pie crust with the sweet potato mixture, smoothing the top evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the walnut halves over the top of the pie filling.
  10. Bake the pie for 1 hour until set and slightly golden at the edges.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 539.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.4g40%
Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 137.1mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 74.3g25%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g92%
Sugars 6.4g
Protein 8.0g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: sweet potato, pie, miso, dessert, japanese, vegetarian, baking, roasted, spices, walnut, umami, autumn, holiday, comfort food, creamy, crust
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