Squash pie

Squash pie is a sweet, custard-based dessert pie that is very similar to pumpkin pie, often using butternut, acorn, or other winter squash varieties instead. It features a spiced filling of mashed squash, eggs, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, baked in a flaky pie crust. This dish is a traditional autumn and holiday staple in North American home cooking.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A typical slice is high in carbohydrates from the squash and added sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from the crust and eggs. It provides a good source of vitamin A (from beta-carotene) and potassium, and a single slice generally contains around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	220 mg
Vitamin A	180 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	3 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Vitamin E	1.2 mg
Vitamin K	6 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, squash pie represents a broader category of 'custard pies' and is a practical, home-style alternative to pumpkin pie, often made from garden-grown squash. Nutritionally, using winter squash provides a dense source of fiber and antioxidants, making it a slightly more nutrient-rich base than canned pumpkin.