Description
A rich and velvety Southern classic, this Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie blends warm spices, creamy sweet potatoes, and a buttery crust into a soul-satisfying dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Filling
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 cups mashed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the center.
- Combine Ingredients: Roast and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend the mixture until it is silky and smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll out the unbaked pie crust and gently fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges for a decorative finish.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Finishing Touches: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to set properly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream as desired. Enjoy the warm, spiced comfort of this classic dessert.
Notes
- Roast sweet potatoes instead of boiling them to enhance caramelized flavor.
- Use room-temperature ingredients to achieve a smoother filling and even baking.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts and proper texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Keywords: sweet potato pie, black folks sweet potato pie, southern dessert, holiday pie, sweet potato dessert, baked pie, traditional southern cuisine, sweet potato recipe
