Baking Round The World: Papaya Pie From Antigua And Barbuda!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor while reducing saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey can add a unique flavor, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often cheaper.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole wheat adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

Pre-bake the pie crust for about 20 minutes to ensure the bottom cooks well.

Deseed the papaya and scoop out the pulp.

Cut the papaya into workable slices.

Remove the skin from the papaya slices.

Mash the papaya until smooth in a mixing bowl.

Add cinnamon and lime juice to the mashed papaya.

Whip the egg whites until fluffy and then fold them into the papaya mixture.

Pour the papaya mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.

Bake in the oven until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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