Many people eagerly embrace the arrival of winter, looking forward to indulging in the warmth and comfort of sweet potatoes.
While sweet potatoes grace our tables throughout the year, it's during the cold winter months that their appeal becomes truly irresistible.
When the temperatures drop, it's the perfect time to savor the delightful aroma of homemade hot, sweet, and gooey sweet potato pies.
No matter who you are, you'll undoubtedly applaud the simplicity of this recipe – a mere blend and stir, resulting in a fantastic sweet potato pie.
The secret to its soft and sticky texture lies in the use of glutinous rice flour.
Here's a breakdown of the ingredients needed for this delectable treat: 1 sweet potato, 3 slices of cheese, 20g of sugar, 300g of glutinous rice flour, 250ml of milk, 100g of cream, 30g of corn oil, and 2 eggs.
Don't forget a 6-inch cake mold and greaseproof paper.
Let's dive into the easy-to-follow steps:
1. Begin by peeling and chopping the sweet potatoes into pieces.
2. Steam the sweet potatoes until fully cooked, approximately 10 minutes.
3. In a bowl, combine beaten eggs, sugar, corn oil, milk, and cream. Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
4. Gradually add glutinous rice flour to the liquid mixture, ensuring each addition is well combined before adding the next. This ensures a uniform and delicate paste.
5. Once the glutinous rice flour is fully incorporated, the paste will have a light ivory color. Heat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius.
6. Mash the steamed sweet potatoes into a puree, adjusting the consistency with additional liquid, such as milk.
7. Prepare a 6-inch cake mold by lining it with greaseproof paper.
8. Pour half of the glutinous rice paste into the mold, spreading it slightly.
9. Spread the sweet potato mixture in the center and place cheese slices on top.
10. Pour the remaining glutinous rice paste into the mold, shaking it to even out the mixture.
11. Bake the pie in the preheated oven at 170 degrees Celsius for 40 minutes.
12. Once baked, immediately remove the pie from the mold, peel off the greaseproof paper, and transfer it to a plate.
13. Slice the pie into portions, revealing its caramelized color and the delightful aroma of sweet potato and glutinous rice.
Tips:
1. Ensure thorough mixing of liquid before gradually adding glutinous rice flour.
2. Extra caution with children to prevent choking.
Indulge in the warmth and fragrance of this simple yet exquisite popping sweet potato pie. Try it and savour the rich and delicious flavours that unfold with each bite.
