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Butterscotch Pie

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ndulge in a healthy twist on a classic with this Butterscotch Pie! Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes and dates, this dessert is a delightful treat that's also good for you. The creamy butterscotch filling is complemented by a crunchy oat crust and a fresh berry topping, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Prep: 20 mins Cook: 1 hr

Chef’s Notes: I love to mix and match my recipes to create new recipes. Simply take the recipe for Snickerdoodle cookies and double it for a delicious low-fat piecrust. Then top it with the Butterscotch Pudding, and voila!—you’ve got Butterscotch Pie.

Reprinted from Chef AJ’s Sweet Indulgence: Guilt-Free Treats Sweetened Naturally with Fruit (BPC, 2024)

Ingredients

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 Tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean powder
  • 12 ounces pitted dates (about 2 cups)

Butterscotch Pudding

  • 2–3 medium orange sweet potatoes (about 1 pound or 3 cups roasted)
  • 2 large very ripe bananas (about 1 cup)
  • 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean powder

Topping

  • Raspberries or strawberries
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Instructions

Instructions

Butterscotch Pudding

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a nonstick silicone baking mat.
  • 2. Poke several holes in the sweet potatoes and roast them on the prepared baking tray for 60–90 minutes, depending on their size, until soft. Let cool and peel.
  • 3. Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into dessert glasses and chill.

For the crust

  • 1. Place the oats and spices in a food processor fitted with the “S” blade and process into a flour-like consistency.
  • 2. Add dates and process until a ball starts to form.
  • 3. Press into a 9-inch pie plate or tart pan and flatten into a crust, making sure you go up the sides of the pan.
  • 4. Fill with Butterscotch Pudding.
  • 5. Top with fresh raspberries or strawberries.

Cooking Tips

Cooking Tips

  • 1. If you're enjoying the butterscotch pudding on its own, pour it into dessert glasses and chill before serving.

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