By Katya Lyukum
Butternut Squash Pie Crust
6 steps
Prep:8hCook:30min
This gluten-free and egg-free recipe yields 1 large 24" diameter OR 6 small 3" diameter pie crusts. Butternut squash should be peeled, cubed, and dehydrated. See notes for stuffing ideas.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:03:23 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
65
Moderate
Glycemic Load
9
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories209.6 kcal (10%)
Total Fat15.7 g (22%)
Carbs14.2 g (5%)
Sugars3.1 g (3%)
Protein5.6 g (11%)
Sodium430.2 mg (22%)
Fiber3.3 g (12%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
Instructions
for dehydrated squash
Step 1
Preheat oven 300F, convection mode. Spread cubed butternut squash on the rack and dehydrate it in a hot oven for 1-1.5 hours. Turn off the heat and keep the squash in the oven overnight. Yields ~10oz of dehydrated squash.
for pie crust
Step 2
Preheat oven 350F.
Step 3
Using a food processor, pulse pecans to make a pecan meal. Add other ingredients and process until the mixture forms a ball or a compact mass, for about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Roll it between two silicone mats 1/8" thick.
Step 5
Using a spatula, divide it into 6 portions and place each into a tartlet mold. Using your fingers, press and spread the crust to fill corners. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate till baking.
Step 6
Brush crusts with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes. Use this time to prep fillings. See notes for ideas.
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