Best Sweet Potato Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
1 single pie crust
2 cups sweet potato purée*
2 large eggs
1/2 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup pure cane sugar
1/2 cup salted butter
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions:
Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare your pie crust and set it aside.
Mix Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato purée, eggs, flour, sugar, melted butter, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract using a mixer.
Add the salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Continue to mix until everything is well blended, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Fill and Bake:
Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the pie is firm and set in the center.
Cool and Chill:
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack.
Once cooled, refrigerate the pie overnight. The flavors will meld and improve with time.
Serve:
Slice the chilled pie and top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Enjoy with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for the perfect complement to the pie’s rich flavors.
Tips:
Sweet Potato Purée: Boil or bake sweet potatoes until tender, then mash or blend until smooth.
Chilling: Chilling the pie overnight enhances the flavor and texture, making it even better the next day.
Enjoy this delightful sweet potato pie, perfect for any gathering or special occasion!