This delicious sweet potato pie is a classic dessert, perfect for any occasion. Here’s a simple recipe to make it from scratch!
Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup ice water
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked sweet potatoes (mashed)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
Instructions
- Make the Pie Crust:
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in evaporated milk until smooth.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll Out the Dough:
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Place the rolled dough in the pan and trim any excess.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Pour the sweet potato filling into the crust, smoothing the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the pie cool before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Conclusion
This sweet potato pie is a delightful dessert that’s rich in flavor and perfect for sharing. Enjoy every bite!
