Description
A uniquely delicious dessert that combines the earthy flavor of carrots with the sweetness of honey, creating a luscious filling in a buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup sugar (brown sugar optional)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Finely shred the carrots until you have about 2 cups packed.
- In a bowl, mix together the grated carrots, honey, eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the pie crust in your dish, crimping the edges if made from scratch.
- Pour the carrot mixture into the prepared pie crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and springy to the touch.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream.
Notes
Using fresh carrots enhances flavor. Be careful with honey measurement to avoid excessive sweetness. Chill before serving for enhanced flavor meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg