Sweet Potato Pie Recipe: Easy & Delicious
Are you craving a slice of warm, comforting sweet potato pie? This easy recipe will have you enjoying this classic dessert in no time! Forget complicated instructions and long ingredient lists – this recipe focuses on simplicity without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pie-makers alike!
Ingredients You'll Need:
This recipe uses readily available ingredients, making it perfect for a spontaneous baking session.
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For the Sweet Potato Filling:
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
- 1 (12 ounce) can of evaporated milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
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For the Crust (You can use store-bought for even easier preparation!):
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup ice water
Instructions: A Step-by-Step Guide
Let's bake a delicious sweet potato pie! Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Boil or steam the cubed sweet potatoes until tender (approximately 15-20 minutes). You want them easily mashed.
- Drain well and mash thoroughly.
2. Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt.
- Mix until completely smooth and well combined.
3. Prepare the Crust (if making from scratch):
- Combine dry ingredients: Whisk together flour and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut in butter: Cut in the chilled butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water: Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Don't overmix.
- Chill: Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
4. Assemble and Bake:
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer to pie plate: Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Pour in filling: Pour the sweet potato filling into the pie crust.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If the crust starts browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
5. Cool and Serve:
- Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set properly. Enjoy!
Tips for the Best Sweet Potato Pie:
- Spice it up: Adjust the spices to your liking. A dash of allspice or cardamom can add interesting flavor notes.
- Make it ahead: The pie can be baked a day or two in advance. Store it, covered, in the refrigerator.
- Garnish: Before serving, you can garnish your pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
This easy sweet potato pie recipe is perfect for any occasion. The delicious flavor and simple instructions make it a crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to impress your friends and family. Happy baking!
