Sweet Potato Pie is a quintessential dessert that brings warmth and comfort, especially during the fall and holiday seasons. Made with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, this homemade version is sure to become a family favorite. Follow this easy recipe to create a delectable Sweet Potato Pie that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust:
- 1 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ½ cup of cold, unsalted butter (diced)
- ¼ cup of ice water
For the Filling:
- 2 cups of mashed sweet potatoes (about 2-3 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup of packed brown sugar
- ½ cup of heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup of melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork, place them on a baking sheet, and bake until soft (about 45-50 minutes).
- Let the sweet potatoes cool, then peel and mash them.
2. Make the Pie Crust:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, stirring until the dough begins to form. You may not need all the water.
- Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Place the dough in the pie plate and trim the edges.
3. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, heavy cream, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
4. Fill the Pie Crust:
- Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust.
5. Bake:
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the pie for about 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden.
6. Cool:
- Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack completely before serving.
7. Serve:
- Serve the Sweet Potato Pie at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
Tips:
- For a crispier crust, blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- For an extra creamy texture, blend the filling ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Store Sweet Potato Pie in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, ensuring it’s covered to prevent drying out.
Enjoy indulging in this homemade Sweet Potato Pie, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for sharing with loved ones on any occasion!
