**Soul-Satisfying Sweet Potato Pie: A Journey of Flavors and Traditions**
Indulge in the delectable goodness of sweet potato pie, a classic dessert with a rich history and captivating flavors. This culinary treasure, often associated with African American culture and Southern cuisine, has become a beloved treat enjoyed by people of all backgrounds. With its smooth, creamy texture, vibrant orange hue, and symphony of spices, sweet potato pie is a true delight for the senses.
This article presents a collection of sweet potato pie recipes that showcase the diverse culinary interpretations of this beloved dessert. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative creations with unique twists, these recipes offer a tantalizing journey through the world of sweet potato pies. Whether you prefer a traditional Southern-style pie with a flaky crust and generous helping of cinnamon and nutmeg, or a more modern rendition featuring unexpected ingredients like maple syrup or toasted pecans, there's a recipe here to satisfy every craving.
So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure with these delightful sweet potato pie recipes. Let the aromas of roasted sweet potatoes, warm spices, and buttery crust fill your kitchen as you create a dessert that is not only delicious but also steeped in history and tradition.
CIN'S SWEET POTATO PIE
I love pies, so I am constantly developing ones I can eat too. I try using Splenda or Stevia when an where I can. My family liked this one, I hope you will too. P.S. ...hahaha, I have had more compliments on my thumb nail. That is so funny...yes, I do my own manicures.
Provided by Straws Kitchen(*o *)
Categories Pies
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. I make my own pie pastry (crust) using: https://www.justapinch.com/recipe/cindy-strawser/aunt-maxine-polings-fool-proof-recipe-for-pie/pie?
- 2. Preheat oven to 350 dF. Make pie crust and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, then set aside to cool while mixing up pie ingredients.
- 3. Open 2 small cans of sweet potatoes and drain one can. Mix the 2-cans together in a lg mixing bowl and smash well.
- 4. In a small dish or bowl whisk the 2 eggs together well.
- 5. Add eggs and all other ingredients into the bowl with the smashed sweet potatoes, (except pecans and nutmeg)..mixing well with a small electric hand mixer.
- 6. Pour into pie crust, sprinkle lightly with nutmeg and cover with pecan halves.
- 7. Bake for approximately 50 minutes. You may have to cover edges of pie crust with foil to keep from getting to dark. Remove from oven when done and let cool on wire rack.
- 8. Serve as is or with whipped cream...can be served at room temp. or cold from the frig. But however you serve it, be sure to enjoy!!!
SWEET POTATO PIE I
This recipe was shared with me by a special friend in Atlanta, GA. It has long been a favorite, and everyone who tastes it says it is the best they have ever had.
Provided by COUGAAR
Categories Desserts Pies Sweet Potato Pie Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil sweet potato whole in skin for 40 to 50 minutes, or until done. Run cold water over the sweet potato, and remove the skin.
- Break apart sweet potato in a bowl. Add butter, and mix well with mixer. Stir in sugar, milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until mixture is smooth. Pour filling into an unbaked pie crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 55 to 60 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Pie will puff up like a souffle, and then will sink down as it cools.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 253.7 mg, Sugar 28.3 g
SWEET POTATO PIE
Make and share this Sweet Potato Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Pie
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
- Add eggs; mix well.
- Add milk, sweet potatoes, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; mix well.
- Pour into pie shell.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to 350 degrees; bake 35-40 minutes longer or until pie tests done.
- Cool; Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.1, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 98.2, Sodium 687.6, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 23.2, Protein 7.7
AUNT VIVIAN'S SWEET POTATO PIE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large sweet potato, unsalted butter, sugar, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, large eggs, self-rising flour, buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon extract, frozen prepared pie crust
Provided by Tasty
Categories Desserts
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the sweet potatoes in a large pot of boiling water until fork-tender, about 25-30 minutes. Drain and let cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 365˚F (185˚C).
- Peel the sweet potatoes, then transfer to a large bowl and mash thoroughly with an electric hand mixer or fork.
- Add the melted butter, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Beat to combine, then scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating to incorporate each addition. Add the self-rising flour, buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon extract, and beat to combine.
- Divide the sweet potato filling between the frozen pie crusts and smooth the tops.
- Bake for about 1 hour, until pies are set in the center. Cover the crusts with foil if it is getting too dark before the pies finish baking.
- Cool the pies for 2 hours on a wire rack.
- Slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 844 calories, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 48 grams
SWEET POTATO PIE
This creamy sweet potato pie is subtly spiced and slices beautifully! We suggest baking up a few sweet potato pies around the holidays to give to friends and family. - North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling, Place sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 13-15 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash until very smooth; cool to room temperature. , In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add milk, two cups mashed sweet potatoes, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Pour into crust. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake until set or a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftover.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
WORLD'S BEST SWEET POTATO PIE
Being from the South, we love our sweet potato pie. While many use many different ingredients to make their sweet potato pie this one stands out for its simplicity and goodness. This recipe was passed down to me from my best friend's mother who would cook the absolutely best sweet potato pies. After asking many times she finally wrote it down for me. Prepare yourself for the world's best sweet potato pie. Enjoy with whipped cream.
Provided by Lewis
Categories Desserts Pies Sweet Potato Pie Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 40 to 50 minutes. Drain water, peel sweet potatoes, and mash in a bowl.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Mix butter and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into mashed sweet potatoes. Mix milk, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, nutmeg, baking powder, and lemon juice into sweet potato mixture; pour into the 3 pie shells.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue to bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a pie comes out clean, about 40 minutes more. Cool pies for 15 to 30 minutes before refrigerating to cool completely, 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 244 mg, Sugar 12.4 g
Tips:
- Use a food processor to easily mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- If you don't have a food processor, use a potato masher or fork to mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Be sure to drain the sweet potatoes well before mashing them. This will help prevent the pie from being watery.
- Use unsalted butter for the pie crust and filling. This will help prevent the pie from being too salty.
- Chill the pie crust and filling before assembling the pie. This will help the pie hold its shape better.
- Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help the pie cook evenly.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the pie set properly.
Conclusion:
Cin's Sweet Potato Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, sweet filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet potato pie recipe, give Cin's recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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