Soul Food Sweet Potato Pie
Ingredients
- 1 lb sweet potatoes
peeled & chopped
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tbsp salted butter
softened
- 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup cold salted butter
diced or shredded
- 1/4 cup butter flavored shortening
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp ice water
Directions
- 1
Sprinkle in 1 1/4 cup of all purpose flour into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
To boil: toss the peeled and chopped sweet potatoes into a medium-sized pot, and pour in about 4-6 cups of water. Place the pot over high heat, and boil the potatoes until they are fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Once the potatoes are done, drain the water, and let the potatoes cool completely.
- 3
Toss the cool sweet potatoes into a mixing bowl and whisk until the potatoes are nice and creamy.
Soul Food Sweet Potato Pie
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About this Recipe
Craving a taste of true Southern comfort? This Soul Food Sweet Potato Pie recipe delivers that beloved, rich flavor from scratch, bringing warmth and tradition to your table with every slice. Forget store-bought shortcuts; this is the real deal.
What sets this Soul Food Sweet Potato Pie recipe apart is its unwavering dedication to authentic, profound flavor, starting with the foundation: baked sweet potatoes. This crucial step ensures a deeper, more concentrated natural sweetness and an incomparably smooth, rich texture for the filling, distinguishing it significantly from pies made with boiled potatoes. Complementing this luscious filling is a meticulously crafted, buttery, flakey pie crust made completely from scratch. This perfect pairing of a rich, spiced interior and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth crust creates a harmonious balance that truly elevates this holiday classic above the ordinary.
Prepare for a dessert that feels both deeply familiar and utterly special, embodying the soul of Southern baking traditions. The pie's filling is lusciously smooth and wonderfully creamy, delivering a comforting burst of classic autumn spices like ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. These warm notes are perfectly balanced by the natural sweetness of the baked sweet potatoes and just the right touch of granulated sugar. With each bite, you'll experience a delightful contrast between the spiced, custardy sweet potato and the tender, rich, flakey crust that crumbles beautifully. This isn't just a simple dessert; it's a nostalgic experience, promising warmth, comfort, and a truly satisfying finish to any meal.
While this recipe offers a perfect balance of spices, you can easily adjust the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to your preference. For a bolder spice profile, consider a slight increase in nutmeg or ginger. If you prefer a milder pie, you can slightly reduce any of these spices to let the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes shine through even more.
This Soul Food Sweet Potato Pie is the quintessential dessert for family holidays and special occasions, though it's equally perfect for a comforting weeknight treat. Serve it simply as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.