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Better Than Pumpkin Uses Butternut Squash Pie Recipe

This decadent butternut squash pie tastes just like pumpkin pie, but with a subtly sweeter and richer flavor! Perfect for fall gatherings or anyone who loves pumpkin pie but wants a unique twist. Made with homegrown butternut squash, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress. Even the pickiest eaters won't be able to tell the difference!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 282.7 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Pumpkin Uses Butternut Squash Pie

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped butternut squash, thawed, cooked and pureed
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 unbaked 9 inch pie crusts
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

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How to Make Better Than Pumpkin Uses Butternut Squash Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooked and pureed butternut squash, brown sugar, cornstarch, eggs, milk, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg. Make sure there are no lumps.
  3. Pour the filling into your unbaked 9-inch pie crust.
  4. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
  5. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

107g

Fat

17g

Carbs

14g

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