Best 4 Sweet Potato Pecan Pie With Homemade Graham Cracker Crust Recipes

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Indulge in the Southern charm of Sweet Potato Pecan Pie, an exquisite dessert that harmonizes the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy pecans, and a hint of warm spices, all embraced by a flaky, homemade graham cracker crust. This delectable pie is a symphony of textures and flavors, offering a delightful balance between the creamy sweet potato filling, the nutty crunch of pecans, and the buttery crust. Alongside this classic recipe, discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a gluten-free option with an almond flour crust, a vegan version with coconut milk and maple syrup, and a healthier rendition sweetened with honey and whole wheat flour. Embark on a culinary journey with our Sweet Potato Pecan Pie extravaganza, where each recipe promises an unforgettable taste experience.

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SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE WITH HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with Homemade Graham Cracker Crust image

The graham cracker crust for this heavenly pie is a nice change from a pastry crust. The coconut and pecan crumb topping makes it seem so special.-Heather Hunsaker, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup apple butter
3/4 cup evaporated milk
3 eggs
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
TOPPING:
1-1/4 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients; press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until crust is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients. Pour into crust. Bake for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the pecans, coconut, brown sugar, oats, flour and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over pie; bake for 10-15 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and topping is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701 calories, Fat 40g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE



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Caramelized pecan topping makes this special!

Provided by Lorrie Sterling

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
2 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ⅔ cups light cream
3 tablespoons butter, softened
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
⅔ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake sweet potatoes until fork-tender, 40 to 50 minutes. Cool until easily handled.
  • Peel and mash sweet potatoes. Make sure all lumps are removed, straining if necessary.
  • Lightly beat eggs. Blend together eggs and sweet potatoes. Stir in sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Blend in cream. Pour into pie shell.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge of pie comes out clean. Cool completely on a rack.
  • Make the caramelized pecan topping. Combine butter or margarine, brown sugar, and pecans. Gently drop by spoonfuls over cooled pie to cover top. Broil 5 inches below heat until mixture begins to bubble, about 3 minutes. Watch carefully, if cooked too long, top will turn syrupy. Cool on rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.6 calories, Carbohydrate 60.9 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 353.8 mg, Sugar 40.3 g

SWEET POTATO PIE



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 1 (9-inch) pie, 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 sweet potatoes, about 10 ounces each
1 3/4 cups fine graham cracker crumbs (about 15 whole crackers, finely ground)
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
2 large eggs
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Wrap the sweet potatoes tightly in 2 layers of aluminum foil and roast them in the oven until very soft, about 1 hour and 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • In a bowl, stir the graham cracker crumbs and brown sugar until well combined. Add the butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press firmly and evenly on the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate to create a crust, being sure there are no cracks. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until golden. Remove from the oven.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Unwrap the potatoes and peel them. Put the flesh into a bowl and mash well with a fork. Add the eggs, 1/2 cup brown sugar, cream, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla and whip until very smooth with a whisk. Pour the filling into the partially baked crust. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon brown sugar over top and bake in the center of the oven until set, about 40 minutes.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before cutting. Serve at room temperature.

PAUL PRUDHOMME'S SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE



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This recipe came to The Times in 1983 from Paul Prudhomme, the chef who helped put the cooking of Louisiana on the American culinary map. Like its traditional pecan pie cousin, this is very sweet, so serve it with a little Chantilly cream on top.

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     pies and tarts, dessert

Time 3h

Yield One 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 28

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 beaten egg
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup flour
1 cup cooked, mashed sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 beaten egg
1 tablespoon heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup dark corn syrup
Pinch of salt
Pinch of cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1 tablespoon Cognac

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add beaten egg and milk; beat about 2 minutes. Stir in flour to moisten ingredients. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and shape into a disk. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least one hour.
  • Roll out dough into 14-inch circle on lightly floured wax paper, or on a lightly floured work surface. Transfer to a deep 9-inch pie plate; remove wax paper if using. Press pastry into plate and flute edges.
  • Heat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Make the sweet potato filling: In a large bowl, combine potato, butter, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, beaten egg, heavy cream and sugar. Beat at medium speed until mixture is smooth. Spread on bottom of pie crust.
  • Make the pecan filling: Sprinkle sweet potato filling with pecans. In another bowl, combine sugar, eggs, melted butter, corn syrup, salt, cinnamon and vanilla and beat well. Pour over pecans.
  • Transfer pie to oven and bake for 1 1/2 hours. Cool.
  • Make the chantilly cream: Whip heavy cream with sugar, orange liqueur and Cognac. Top each slice of pie with a dollop of cream.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
  • Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before handling.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the sweet potato puree.
  • Use a store-bought or homemade graham cracker crust for the pie.
  • Toast the pecans in a preheated oven before adding them to the pie.
  • Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato pecan pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet potato filling is smooth and creamy, and the pecans add a nice crunch. The graham cracker crust is a perfect complement to the filling. This pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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