Sweet Potato Pie

Here’s a classic Sweet Potato Pie recipe for you! It’s simple but full of that comforting flavor.

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk (or regular milk, if you prefer)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 2-3 tbsp ice water

Instructions:

Make the crust:

1. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl.
2. Add the cold butter and cut it in using a pastry blender, fork, or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add ice water (1 tbsp at a time) until the dough just comes together.
4. Form the dough into a ball, then flatten into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the sweet potatoes:

1. Boil or roast the sweet potatoes.
   • For boiling: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in water for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain well.
   • For roasting: Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork, wrap in foil, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45-60 minutes, or until soft.
2. Once cooked, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Measure out 2 cups of mashed sweet potato.

Prepare the filling:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3. Add the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, vanilla, evaporated milk, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth and combined.

Assemble the pie:

1. Roll out your chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle big enough to fit a 9-inch pie pan.
2. Press the dough into the pan, trimming any excess around the edges.
3. Pour the sweet potato filling into the pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Bake:

1. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. You may want to check the crust halfway through and cover the edges with foil if they start to over-brown.
2. Let the pie cool completely before slicing, as it helps the filling set.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat! Enjoy your homemade pie! 🍠🥧

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