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Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie
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Change up your holiday dessert game with this delightful homemade Sweet Potato Pie! This classic treat boasts a rich, creamy filling made from fresh sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and warm spices that create a comforting flavor profile. Its buttery crust provides the perfect balance to the smooth filling, making it an irresistible addition to any feast. Whether served plain or topped with whipped cream, this pie is sure to become a cherished favorite at your gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (cold)
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and peel sweet potatoes; cut into cubes and boil in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. For the crust, combine flour, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water and lemon juice until dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Mash cooled sweet potatoes in a bowl. Add softened butter, dark brown sugar, eggs, spices, salt, evaporated milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Roll out chilled dough and fit into a pie dish. Pour sweet potato filling into the crust.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes or until set; let cool before slicing.

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