Sweet Potato Streusel Pie With Cornmeal Pastry Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert: a decadent sweet potato pie boasting a melt-in-your-mouth cornmeal crust and a crunchy streusel topping. This isn't your grandma's sweet potato pie – it's a gourmet experience that's surprisingly easy to make! The flaky cornmeal crust provides the perfect contrast to the creamy, spiced sweet potato filling, while the buttery streusel topping adds a delightful crunch. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, holidays, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 3598.8 kcal
Protein 131g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Streusel Pie With Cornmeal Pastry

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How to Make Sweet Potato Streusel Pie With Cornmeal Pastry

  1. **Prepare the Pastry:** Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a deep-dish 10-inch pie plate on a baking sheet.
  2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornmeal, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. **Cut in Shortening:** Cut in 1 cup cold vegetable shortening using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. **Add Water:** Gradually add 1/2 cup ice water, mixing with a fork until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  5. **Form Dough:** Gather the dough into a ball, flatten slightly, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. **Roll and Place Dough:** On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to the pie plate, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides. Trim and crimp the edges.
  7. **Prepare Filling:** In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup milk.
  8. **Pour and Bake:** Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
  9. **Make Streusel Topping:** While the pie is baking, prepare the streusel topping by combining 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces). Mix with your fingers until crumbly.
  10. **Reduce Heat & Bake:** Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the pie.
  11. **Finish Baking:** Continue baking for 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If the crust starts browning too quickly, cover the edges loosely with foil.
  12. **Cool and Serve:** Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

109 g

Sugar

1043g

Fat

264g

Carbs

161g

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