Pastel De Camote (honduran Sweet Potato Pie)
Pastel de Camote is a traditional Honduran dessert that features sweet potatoes as the star ingredient. This delicious sweet potato pie is a popular treat during holidays and special occasions in Honduras.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, evaporated milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and beaten eggs until well combined.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the pie is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 11g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Pie dish Whisk
Tools
Oven Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pastel de Camote with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, you can add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or a drizzle of caramel sauce on top of the pie before serving.
Cost
$10