Yup, I put spaghetti squash in a dessert! It's definitely not the first squash you'd pick to go over to the sweet side, but I remembered seeing one on the Today Show
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I'd say this is like a custard pie, with the spaghetti squash providing just a little bit of texture (I might even try added 3c next time!). I ran with the coconut theme, making it dairy-free and even more delicious. An unusual but tasty treat ;)
Spaghetti Squash Pie
adapted from food for a hungry soul
I used coconut sugar here, which is more subtle on the sweetness scale than regular sugar. This makes it perfect for a snack or dessert. If you prefer your dessert a little sweeter, I'd suggest using 3/4c evaporated cane juice (or granulated sugar).
I used coconut sugar here, which is more subtle on the sweetness scale than regular sugar. This makes it perfect for a snack or dessert. If you prefer your dessert a little sweeter, I'd suggest using 3/4c evaporated cane juice (or granulated sugar).
1 can light coconut milk
6T white whole wheat flour (oat flour would work well here to keep it grain-free)
1/2c coconut sugar *see head note
2t baking powder
1/4t salt
4 eggs
1t vanilla extract
1/2t coconut extract (optional)
2c cooked spaghetti squash
roasted coconut, for garnish (optional)
whipped coconut cream (optional)
Preheat oven to 350deg.
Add all ingredients except for squash and roasted coconut to a blender and blend until well combined and smooth, 1-3min. Pour into a bowl and stir in squash, making sure that it's evenly distributed. Pour into a 9 or 10" pie plate. Bake for 50-60min, or until the top is browned and a knife comes out clean (insert it in the middle of the pie). It may still be jiggly in the middle (my usual test), and that's ok. Cool on a wire rack.
20 comments:
That is different and I am sure tasty.
That's creative and I'm sure healthy too.
What a great use for spaghetti squash!! I just made a butternut custard pie last weekend which was a huge hit so I'd love to try this one next!
I've done the sweet spaghetti squash thing too! I used spaghetti squash to make a sweet apple & raisin kugel, in place of regular noodles. It was a big hit :) I'm sure this is too!
Very original idea my dear and I totally support the coconut milk choice. Sounds really good.
Whoa I absolutely LOVE this idea!! Would never have even thought of it, but now I feel like I need to try it!
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Yum. Love that you gave it the unexpected sweet treatment.
I've never seen a sweet spaghetti squash recipe - love this!
Cool idea to use the spaghetti squash in a pie. Judging by the ingredients, I'm sure it tasted good.
Very cool to explore the sweet side of spaghetti squash! Wonderful with the coconut flavor.
I love how you're never afraid to dabble with the unfamiliar! This pie sounds fabulous!
you're blowing my mind with these fantastically creative recipe!
Spaghetti squash in a pie?! Hmmmmm... I'm definitely intrigued. It looks good though!
So creative! Although pumpkin and squash are pretty much the same thing so I don't know why more people haven't gotten fancy with squash in desserts. Looks fabulous!
I definitely wouldn't have thought to put spaghetti squash in a pie, but it looks really good!
If it has squash in it, it's bound to be good. I was also just trying to catch up a little, and that apple BBQ sauce from September looks so delicious--especially with those turkey meatballs. Happy fall!
How interesting--a sweet spaghetti squash pie! I love the idea and it looks delicious.
What an innovative recipe! For as many ways as I've seen spaghetti squash cooked, it's never been a sweet dish, let alone a spectacular pie. This looks like a must-try.
Coconut + squash is an interesting pairing, sounds delicious.
Very creative contribution to the makeover Shannon! Love the outside-the-box thinking...
LL
I have never seen spaghetti squash used in this way! Very interesting twist!
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