Best 5 Acorn Squash Streusel Pie Recipes

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Acorn squash streusel pie is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, featuring a tender and flavorful acorn squash filling enveloped in a buttery streusel topping. This unique dish brings together the best of both worlds, offering a satisfying and wholesome meal that is perfect for any occasion. The acorn squash, with its naturally sweet and nutty flavor, is roasted to perfection, bringing out its caramelized notes. Combined with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it creates a filling that is both comforting and inviting. The streusel topping, made from a mixture of oats, flour, butter, and brown sugar, adds a crispy and crumbly texture that complements the soft and creamy filling perfectly. This recipe also includes instructions for making a homemade pie crust, ensuring that every element of the dish is crafted with care. Whether served as a main course or a delectable dessert, acorn squash streusel pie is a true culinary delight that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA DARCY'S SQUASH PIE



Grandma Darcy's Squash Pie image

Grandma Darcy gave me this recipe many years ago. Since then we always have her squash pie on Thanksgiving instead of pumpkin, and like it much better!

Provided by Heidi Darcy

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Acorn Squash

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 inch) pie crust pastry
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup cooked acorn squash
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Press pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Beat evaporated milk, squash, white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth; pour into pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking until pie is set, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 219.8 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

MAPLE-ROASTED ACORN SQUASH



Maple-Roasted Acorn Squash image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 acorn squash, unpeeled, halved through the stem, and seeded
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, plus extra for serving
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Flaked sea salt, such as Maldon, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the squash, cut sides up, on a sheet pan. Place 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup in the cavity of each squash. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle the squash with 3 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 40 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the squash, until tender when pierced with a small knife.
  • Place the squash on a serving platter. If the halves are too large for one serving, cut each piece in half through the stem. Drizzle lightly with extra maple syrup, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve hot.

SAVORY WINTER SQUASH PIE



Savory Winter Squash Pie image

Instead of using frozen winter squash, you can roast butternut or acorn squash until tender and then mash it before getting started on this recipe. The bacon roses are a fun garnish, but this winter squash pie can easily be made without them. -Erica Sinclair, Hamilton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons shortening
3 tablespoons cold butter
2 to 3 tablespoons ice water
8 bacon strips
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup frozen cooked winter squash
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional: fresh rosemary and fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in shortening and butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight. , Preheat oven to 375°. For optional bacon roses, brush bacon with 3 tablespoons syrup. Roll bacon strip up; for larger roses use two strips. Secure bottoms with toothpicks. Dip top of each bacon rose in 3 tablespoons brown sugar. Arrange on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake until bacon is cooked through, 25-30 minutes., On a lightly floured cutting board, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; cut into 1-in.-wide strips. Brush with syrup and sprinkle with brown sugar. Chill until ready to use., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, squash and milk until smooth. Stir in cheeses, flour, rosemary, salt, nutmeg, thyme, pepper and cayenne. Pour into a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake 20 minutes., Working quickly, arrange chilled dough strips over hot filling in a lattice pattern. Trim at edge of pie plate. Bake until crust is golden brown and center is set, 15-20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack before serving. If desired garnish with bacon roses, rosemary leaves and thyme leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

STREUSEL-TOPPED SQUASH



Streusel-Topped Squash image

A sweet and crunchy topping of butter, brown sugar, pecans and pumpkin pie spice brings out the best of a squash side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 butternut squash (2 to 2 1/2 lb), peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 11x7-inch microwavable dish, spread squash cubes. Add water; sprinkle with salt. Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one edge or corner 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on High about 5 minutes or until squash is crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients with spoon. Sprinkle evenly over squash.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until streusel is brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

ACORN SQUASH AND HONEY PIE WITH CORNMEAL CRUST



Acorn Squash and Honey Pie with Cornmeal Crust image

An appealing alternative to pumpkin pie, these small pies are filled with acorn squash, a delicious yet underused vegetable. Cornmeal gives the crust texture and enhances the pies; slightly nutty flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes 4 five-inch pies

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 small acorn squash, (about 3 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 large eggs, plus one large egg yolk
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk
3/4 cup honey
Cornmeal Pie Dough
All-purpose flour, for dusting
Vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds. Set a steamer rack inside a large pot with 2 inches of simmering water, and steam squash until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Scrape flesh from the shells of the cooled squash, and puree in the large bowl of a food processor until smooth. Add salt, cinnamon, and ginger. Add eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and honey. Pulse until thoroughly combined.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough 1/8 inch thick. Drape over pie pan, trimming edges to fit rim of pan. Create decorative edge as desired. Repeat with remaining dough and pie pans. Mix egg yolk and remaining tablespoon milk; brush over surface of dough.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Divide filling among pie crusts. Transfer pies to lower rack in oven, and bake for 10 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees. and bake until filling is barely set, 25 to 30 minutes more; it will continue to cook as it cools. If crusts get too dark before the custard is done, make a tent with aluminum foil around crust. Transfer pies to wire rack to cool. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Look for acorn squash that is small to medium in size, with a deep green color and no blemishes.
  • Prepare the squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast the squash until tender: Place the squash halves on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
  • Make the streusel topping: Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Assemble the pie: Place the roasted squash halves in a pie plate. Top with the streusel topping and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
  • Serve warm: Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Acorn squash streusel pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for fall. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at your table. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this pie is a great choice for beginner bakers or anyone looking for a quick and easy dessert. Whether you serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this pie is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive dessert, give acorn squash streusel pie a try.

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