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Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie

Irresistible Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie with Southern Charm

This Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie is a comforting Southern classic that boasts warm spices, a velvety filling, and a flaky crust, perfect for holidays and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups mashed Sweet Potatoes can be swapped with roasted fresh sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar maple syrup or honey can be used
  • 1 can (12 oz) Evaporated Milk substitute with half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Butter may replace with margarine or plant-based butter
  • 2 Eggs can use flax eggs or egg replacers for vegan options
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust amount to personal preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg freshly grated nutmeg is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla is preferred
For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pie Crust homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • Pie Dish
  • Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by roasting or boiling your sweet potatoes until they are tender, around 30–40 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly before peeling and mash in a bowl until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, evaporated milk, softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Blend until creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pie crust, ensuring it's ready for filling.
  4. Pour the sweet potato filling into your prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake in your preheated oven for about 60 minutes until the center jiggles slightly but is not wet. A toothpick should come out clean.
  6. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, consider adding a splash of bourbon or cocoa as a twist. Be cautious of the baking time to avoid browning the crust too quickly.

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