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Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie
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Elevate your holiday celebrations with this delightful homemade Sweet Potato Pie. Rich in flavor and bursting with warm spices, this classic dessert is sure to impress family and friends alike. Made with creamy sweet potatoes, dark brown sugar, and a buttery crust, it captures the essence of fall in every bite. Topped with freshly whipped cream, this pie is a crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy nights at home. Embrace nostalgia while indulging in a comforting slice of this timeless treat that’s easy to prepare and customize to your liking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
  • 1/4 cup ice water (more as needed)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (cold)
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
  • 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 (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • whipped cream (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce sweet potatoes; bake for about 45 minutes until soft.
  2. For the crust, mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly; add ice water and lemon juice to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Once cooled, peel sweet potatoes and mash them. Combine with softened butter, brown sugar, eggs, spices, salt, evaporated milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Roll out chilled dough into a pie dish; pour filling into the crust.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush crust edges with egg wash; bake for 40–50 minutes until set.

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