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
- Sweet Potatoes: 2 large (about 2 cups mashed)
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Evaporated Milk: 1/2 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (melted)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unbaked Pie Crust: 1 (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), center oven rack.
- Combine Ingredients: Mash roasted sweet potatoes and mix with sugars, butter, eggs, milk, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll pie crust into 9-inch dish and crimp edges.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour filling into crust and smooth the top.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 55–60 minutes until set and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Finishing Touches: Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- Roast sweet potatoes instead of boiling for richer flavor.
- Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother filling.
- Let pie cool completely before slicing for best results.
- Store leftovers covered in fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Black folks sweet potato pie, Southern pie recipe, soul food dessert, sweet potato pie homemade