Sweet Potato Pie: A Delicious Fall Recipe
The sweet potato pie is a classic dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering. This recipe will guide you through creating a delicious and memorable sweet potato pie that will impress your friends and family. Let's get started!
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup ice water
For the Filling:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Making the Crust:
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Cut in butter: Add the chilled butter cubes and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water: Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Don't overmix.
- Chill the dough: Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges.
Making the Filling:
- Boil sweet potatoes: Boil the cubed sweet potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash sweet potatoes: Mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, melted butter, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Pour into crust: Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust.
Baking the Pie:
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
- Cool: Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This allows the filling to set properly and prevents a messy pie.
Tips for the Perfect Sweet Potato Pie:
- Use quality ingredients: The flavor of your sweet potato pie will be greatly enhanced by using high-quality ingredients.
- Don't overbake: Overbaking can result in a dry pie. Check for doneness around the 50-minute mark. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
- Let it cool: Patience is key! Allowing the pie to cool completely prevents a runny filling.
- Serve with whipped cream: A dollop of whipped cream adds a delightful contrast in texture and temperature.
This recipe is a fantastic starting point. Feel free to experiment with different spices or add a touch of orange zest for an extra layer of flavor. Enjoy your delicious homemade sweet potato pie! Remember to share your creations and tag us – we’d love to see your baking masterpieces!
