Coconut Crusted Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potatoes are not only delicious, but they are also packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are a great source of vitamin A, which is important for maintaining good vision and a healthy immune system.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Coconut Crusted Sweet Potato Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shredded coconut
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into cubes. Boil them until tender, then drain and mash.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, coconut milk, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the shredded coconut, all-purpose flour, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
4. Press the sweet potato mixture into a pie dish, then sprinkle the coconut crumble mixture on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the pie is set and the coconut crust is golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.
7. Optional: Garnish with pecans before serving.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.