Classic Sweet Potato Pie

Classic Sweet Potato Pie is a Southern favorite that’s known for its smooth, creamy texture and sweet, spiced flavor. Made with fresh sweet potatoes and a blend of warm spices, this pie is perfect for holidays like Thanksgiving or for any time you want a comforting, homemade dessert. With a buttery, flaky crust and a filling that’s both rich and light, this pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

• 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
   • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Place the dough in the pie plate, trim the edges, and crimp if desired. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and melted butter until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs, and mix well.
   • Stir in the evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Assemble the Pie:
   • Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
4. Bake the Pie:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. If the crust begins to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil to prevent burning.
5. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Enjoy this comforting Classic Sweet Potato Pie with its delightful combination of sweet, spiced filling and buttery crust!

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