SWEET POTATO PUDDING WITH PECAN AND GINGERSNAP TOPPING

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Sweet Potato Pudding with Pecan and Gingersnap Topping image

Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington

Categories     Mixer     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Pecan     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Topping:
3/4 cup coarsely chopped gingersnaps
1/2 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
Pudding:
3 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams; about 3 large), scrubbed
3/4 cup half and half
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 3/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
4 large egg yolks
5 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • For topping:
  • Toss first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Add butter; using fingertips, rub in until well blended. Cover; chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  • For pudding:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Roast potatoes on baking sheet until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Cool. Cut in half lengthwise. Scoop flesh into bowl; mash. Transfer 4 cups potatoes to large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13x9x2- inch baking dish. Add half and half and next 5 ingredients to potatoes. Using mixer, beat on low speed until blended. Season with salt and pepper. Add yolks 1 at a time, blending after each addition. Using clean dry beaters, beat whites in another large bowl until foamy. Add salt and cream of tartar. Beat until peaks form. Fold whites into potatoes; spoon into dish. Sprinkle with topping.
  • Bake pudding until puffed and brown, about 45 minutes. Serve immediately.

Martina Speirs
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I'm not sure if I like the combination of sweet potatoes and pecans.


Sameh Mohamed
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This recipe seems a bit too complicated for me. Is there a simpler version?


Raxmo Ruuxi
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I don't have any gingersnaps. Can I use another type of cookie?


Jay C. Milholland
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I'm allergic to pecans. Can I substitute another nut?


wi Ssal
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potato pudding, but this recipe might change my mind.


Kevin Hlamulo
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This recipe looks delicious. I'm going to make it for my family this weekend.


yusuf sharin
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Fajle Rabby
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This is my new favorite sweet potato pudding recipe!


Hanif zada
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I made this pudding for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Roopak
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This pudding is the perfect fall dessert. It's warm, comforting, and full of flavor.


Richmond James
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I love the addition of gingersnaps to this recipe. It gives the pudding a unique and delicious flavor.


dreamchaser
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This was my first time making sweet potato pudding and it was so easy! The instructions were clear and concise.


Huzaifah Shah
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves the combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and gingersnaps.


Khan Kharku
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This sweet potato pudding turned out amazing! The pecan and gingersnap topping added the perfect amount of crunch and sweetness.