Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie Recipe
This classic Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie features a creamy, spiced sweet potato filling baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfectly sweetened with granulated and brown sugar, flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, and finished with a smooth, rich texture thanks to evaporated milk and butter. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a comforting dessert anytime.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the oven rack in the center position to ensure even baking.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Roast or boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them until smooth, measuring about 2 cups.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until the filling is smooth and completely blended.
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Roll out the unbaked 9-inch pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges to create a decorative border.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie on the center oven rack and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours. This helps the filling to set fully and makes slicing easier.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the sweet potato pie and serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special treat.
Notes
- For best results, roast sweet potatoes to enhance their natural sweetness and flavor.
- You can substitute evaporated milk with regular milk or cream, but evaporated milk provides a richer texture.
- Check the pie at 50 minutes to avoid over-baking and adjust time as necessary depending on your oven.
- Letting the pie cool completely helps it to set properly, preventing the filling from being too runny.
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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