Kabocha Pie
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Kabocha Pie
Description
This Kabocha Pie starts with smooth pureed kabocha squash forming the base of its filling. Sugar and eggs add sweetness and structure, while milk and heavy cream contribute creaminess. A blend of vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and ginger introduces added warmth and spiced depth, balanced by a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors.
The filling is gently whisked and poured into a prepared 9-inch pie crust on a baking sheet, then baked at a moderate 325°F until just set, avoiding overbaking to retain moistness. Cooling the pie completely before refrigerating for several hours allows it to develop firmness and intensify the flavors.
This pie offers a unique alternative to pumpkin pie, with a mellow sweetness and velvety texture suitable for fall or holiday desserts. It pairs well with whipped cream if desired, and can be prepared using store-bought or homemade dough for convenience or customization.
Ingredients
- 200 g kabocha squash cooked
- 60 g granulated sugar
- 3 egg large
- 125 ml milk whole
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg grated
- ⅛ teaspoon ground clove
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- pinch salt sea salt
- 60 ml heavy cream
- 1 x pie crust store-bought or homemade, 9-inch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F/163°C.
- Place pie crust onto a baking sheet.
- Add the kabocha squash into a food processor and pulse until smooth.
- Transfer the pureed kabocha into a large mixing bowl.
- Add in sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger and salt.
- Whisk the mixture gently to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream and just mix until incorporated.
- Transfer mixture into a 9" pie crust and bake at 325°F/163°C for 50 minutes, or until the filling is just set.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Place into the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 96mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 379IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.