This is my simple and delicious homemade Southern Pie, similar to Miss Patti Labelle’s sweet potato pie recipe, but no one can compare to the icon queen! Its light, delightful flavor brings warmth and joy to any gathering. Black folk’s sweet potato pie is the perfect addition to any meal, combining an array of spices and yams for a sweet and savory combination. You can add this treat to a side of buttermilk fried chicken!
What Is Southern Sweet Potato Pie?
So, I love to call it black folk’s sweet potato pie, but don’t worry; it’s for everyone. The name is a Southern thang folk! In addition, Southern Sweet Potato Pie is one of the most iconic Southern treats. Its sweet and spicy flavors are sure to spice up your taste buds! It’s made with a crumbly pastry crust, filled with a creamy sweet potato-based custard, and topped with a hint of nutmeg for an unforgettable flavor experience. Southern Sweet Potato Pie is always a crowd-pleaser – serve it fresh or chilled from the oven. Enjoy this pie with a cup of coffee for an even sweeter treat!
Ingredients
- Sweet Potatoes
- Salted Butter
- Eggs
- Half & Half
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Nutmeg
- Ground Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Ginger
- Store-Bought Pie Crust
How To Make Southern Sweet Potato Pie?
Preheat you oven to 375 degrees.
Gently Poke tiny holes in your store-bought pie crust.
Place in the oven for 11-14 minutes.
Set to the side and allow to cool.
Once your potatoes are done allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Next, Take a fork and begin removing the skin.
Add the sweet potatoes to a mixing bowl and begin mixing(electric mixer).
Mix for about 3 to 4 minutes then remove the blender sticks.
Stir in water until mixer sticks are clean.
Repeat this step 4 to 5 times until there is no more strings.
Once done add in your beaten eggs and whisk until combined.
Lastly, add your pie to the oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour. Allow to cool for 3 hours before serving
Equipment For Baking
You will need the right equipment to make delicious, perfectly baked sweet potatoes. Investing in high-quality equipment makes all the difference in preparing and enjoying your tasty creation.
- Electrical Mixer
- Mixing Bowls
- Toothpicks
Storing
Storing pie is a fun and delicious way to create and save a special holiday memory. It is best enjoyed when stored and served with care in saran wrap, making it a perfect dessert to enjoy again.
Tips and Tricks
- It will puff up once removed from the oven. Don’t worry; allow it to cool for 3 hours, and your pie should be fine.
- The store-bought pie crust will most likely create bubbles in the crust.
- To prevent this from happening, add a piece of parchment paper inside each crust with any raw beans, then bake. This will help with the bubbling of the pie crust.
- Perform the toothpick test to make sure the pie is done.
Common Questions
How To Make Southern Sweet Potato Pie
Ingredients
- 2 Medium Sweet Potatos
- 2 Large Eggs Beaten
- 1/2 Cup Half & Half
- 2 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- Pinch Ground Ginger
- 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar To your liking
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 8 tbsp Salted Butter Melted
- 2 Pie Crust Store-Bought
Instructions
- Wash and dry your potatoes.2 Medium Sweet Potatos
- On a medium-high stove, add your sweet potatoes to a pot, making sure they are covered with water.
- Allow to boil for 45 minutes or until you are able to stick a knife through the potatoes easily.
- Once your potatoes are done allow to cool for 10 minutes.
- Next, Take a fork and begin removing the skin.
- Add the sweet potatoes to a mixing bowl and begin mixing(electric mixer).
- Mix for about 3 to 4 minutes then remove the blender sticks
- Stir in water until mixer sticks are clean.
- Repeat this step 4 to 5 times until there is no more strings.
- Once done add in your beaten eggs and whisk until combined.2 Large Eggs
- Next, add the remaining ingredients and mix well.1/2 Cup Half & Half, 2 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract, 1/2 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon, 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg, Pinch Ground Ginger, 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar, 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar, 8 tbsp Salted Butter
- Pie Crust
- Follow The Precooked Instructions on the back of the pie crust before adding the sweet potato mixture.
- Add the mixture to your pie crust. Don't overfill the crust.2 Pie Crust
- Lastly, add your pie to the oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour. Allow to cool for 3 hours before serving.
Sweet potato pie is a classic dessert