SWEET POTATO & PRALINE PIE

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Categories     Potato     Dessert     Bake

Yield 8 Slices

Number Of Ingredients 23

Sweet Pecan Pie Crust:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup finely ground pecans
1 tablespoon sugar
Pinch salt
1 stick unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons ice water, plus more if needed
Sweet Pecan Pie
1 1/2 to 2 pounds sweet potatoes, about 3 medium-sized
2 large eggs
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup pure sugar cane syrup (recommended: Steen's)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
Praline topping
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup pure sugar cane syrup (recommended: Steen's)
1 cup toasted pecans, lightly crushed
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • Sweet Pecan Pie Crust: Combine the flour, ground pecans, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and rub the butter pieces between your fingertips and thumbs, or use a pastry blender, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in the ice water and work it in until the dough holds together, being careful not to overmix. Squeeze a small amount together; if it is too crumbly, add some more ice water, a little at a time. Shape it into a smooth ball, flatten into a disk, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 2 days. Roll out the dough into a circle, about 12 to 13 inches in diameter. Gently press it into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges with your forefinger and thumb. Prick the bottom of the pie crust all over with the tines of a fork to keep it from puffing up in the oven. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 45 minutes. Pie Filling Put the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until very tender, about 45 minutes. Turn the oven down to 350 degrees F and remove potatoes from oven; allow to cool slightly before scooping the flesh into a food processor. Puree until smooth, then add the eggs, cream, brown sugar, sugar syrup and vanilla extract. Pulse a couple of times to combine, then add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Put the pie pan on a rimmed baking sheet and pour in the filling. Bake until the center is set, about 40 minutes. Let cool completely, then transfer the pie to the refrigerator. Praline Topping: melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and add the sugar, syrup, pecans and salt. Cook until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the stovetop and let cool for 5 minutes. Remove the pie from the refrigerator and pour the praline topping over the cooled pie, spreading evenly with a spatula. Cool until topping has hardened, about 20 minutes.

scott vohn
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This pie was a bit too sweet for me, but overall it was a good recipe.


MD Shariful islam Sheshir
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potato pie, but this one was really good! The praline topping was the perfect touch.


Akhter Satti
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This pie is a must-try! The combination of sweet potatoes and pralines is unique and delicious.


Bettiane Louis
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Delicious!


Bella Gray
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out great! The crust was golden brown and flaky, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. The praline topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Abdul Gaffar
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This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved it. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy, but the praline topping was a bit too much.


Fouziashah Fouzia
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I made this pie for my family and they loved it! The filling was creamy and smooth, and the praline topping was perfectly crunchy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Manuel infante
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This pie is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious pie that's perfect for any special occasion.


Ziphozonke Hadebe
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I've made this pie twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is rich and decadent. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and pralines.


Ryan Ward
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This sweet potato praline pie was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the praline topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this pie again.