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Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie
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If you’re in search of a heartwarming dessert that fills your home with delightful aromas, this Sweet Potato Pie is the perfect choice! Combining creamy sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a flaky crust, this recipe is a cherished family tradition. Ideal for any occasion—be it Thanksgiving or a cozy weeknight treat—this pie is sure to become a favorite at your table. Easy to prepare and deliciously comforting, each slice promises to evoke fond memories with every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups (300 g) all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon (6 g) table salt
  • 2 tablespoons (25 g) sugar
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter (cold 2 sticks)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) ice water (more as needed)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) white grape juice (cold)
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
  • 5 tablespoons (70 g) unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup (200 g) 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 (310 g) evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) vanilla extract
  • 1 egg (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for topping)
  • whipped cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water and white grape juice until dough forms. Roll out into a pie dish and pre-bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
  2. Cook Sweet Potatoes: Boil or steam sweet potatoes until tender. Peel and mash until smooth.
  3. Mix Filling: Combine mashed sweet potatoes with softened butter, dark brown sugar, eggs, spices, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fill & Bake: Pour filling into the pre-baked crust. Brush top with beaten egg and milk mixture. Bake at 350°F for 60-70 minutes.
  5. Cool & Serve: Allow pie to cool before slicing. Serve with whipped cream.

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