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Ube Upside-Down Pie

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1h 20min

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8 servings

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This Ube Upside-Down Pie showcases the beloved Filipino purple yam in a stunning dessert that's both visually impressive and deliciously unique. The vibrant purple ube creates a beautiful caramelized top layer (which becomes the bottom when served) that contrasts beautifully with the flaky, buttery crust. The filling combines traditional ube flavors with hints of coconut for a tropical twist that's not too sweet. When flipped and revealed, this showstopping purple dessert delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors that celebrates ube's distinctive sweet, nutty profile.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
2 g
25 g
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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Prepare the ube

Peel the fresh ube (purple yam) and cut into chunks. Place in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain well and let cool slightly.

2
Make ube puree

Mash the cooked ube until smooth. If available, use a food processor for a smoother texture. Measure out 2 cups of ube puree for the recipe. Set aside.

3
Prepare the caramel layer

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a 9-inch cast iron skillet or pie dish, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and stir until dissolved and bubbling. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

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Prepare the filling

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining 1/4 cup butter and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.

5
Add ube to filling

Add the ube puree to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.

6
Add wet ingredients

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Pour in coconut milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

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Add dry ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour . Gradually add the flour mixture to the ube mixture. Fold in shredded coconut.

8
Prepare the crust

If using homemade pie crust, roll out to fit your pie dish. If using store-bought, allow to come to room temperature.

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Assemble the pie

Pour the ube filling over the caramel layer in the skillet or pie dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.

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Add the crust

Place the pie crust over the filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal. Tuck the edges down inside the pan. Cut a few small slits in the center of the crust for steam to escape.

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Bake the pie

Place the skillet or pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown. The filling should be set but might still have a slight jiggle in the center.

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Cool the pie

Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. The pie needs to cool slightly before flipping to prevent it from falling apart.

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Flip the pie

Place a serving plate larger than the pie pan over the top of the pan. Using oven mitts, hold the plate and pan together and quickly flip them over. Wait a few seconds, then carefully lift off the pan. If any caramel or filling sticks to the pan, scrape it off and place it back on the pie.

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Final cooling

Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. This helps the filling set properly.

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Serve

Slice and serve at room temperature. Optionally, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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