A classic Southern sweet potato pie, done soul food style—entirely from scratch! All the warm spices of the holidays, a fluffy filling, and a buttery crust.
Hey y’all! I’ve been getting a ton of requests for a homemade soul food-style sweet potato pie. You know, the kind with a flaky & buttery crust made completely from scratch? The type of sweet potato pie recipe that reminds you of your grandmother’s?
Well, let me tell you that I have tried many sweet potato recipes in my life, but I do have a favorite pie recipe. Which one is my favorite? I would go with the OG Southern sweet potato pie recipe that I shared back in 2012. A truly Southern sweet potato pie consists of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and other simple ingredients. But over the years, I have changed a few ingredients and perfected my soul food sweet potato pie recipe into this updated version.
Sweet potato pie has a history in the deep South, y’all. The origins of sweet potato pie can be traced back to early America.
A soul food sweet potato pie has always been a staple in Black families—served on holidays, special occasions, you name it. Most Southern households have one family member that is the ONLY one allowed to make sweet potato pie for the holidays. For many, the Southern delicacy holds strong memories and family histories. It’s undoubtedly a classic Southern dessert to be treasured and respected. So, in the spirit of our Southern grandmas, let me show and tell you how I make my new-and-improved Southern soul food-style sweet potato pie recipe!
Blending the sweet potato puree with the heavy cream until smooth ensures that the filling is not stringy at all!
How do you know when sweet potato pie is done baking?
Your sweet potato pie is done when the center of the pie is just a little bit jiggly, and if you do the knife test, the knife should come out clean.
How long should a sweet potato pie sit before slicing?
Let the sweet potato pie cool for at least 30 minutes, up to 2-4 hours, until it’s at room temperature. This will allow the pie filling to set completely, so it’s the perfect fluffy texture.
How do you keep a sweet potato pie from getting stringy?
FAQ
Why are my cooked sweet potatoes stringy?
How do you buy sweet potatoes that are not stringy?
Can you use canned sweet potatoes in a pie crust?
Cinnamon, brown sugar, and allspice, with a dash of sherry or lemon juice for brightness–this sweet potato pie recipe has all the amazing flavors you’d expect. But the addition of canned sweet potatoes and Pillsbury™ Pie Crust make it easier than ever to make.
How do you cook sweet potatoes?
The best way to cook sweet potatoes is: first preheat the oven. Then, on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Rub the outsides with a small amount of olive oil if you intend to eat the skins. Bake until tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool, then split the tops open with a knife and top with a pat of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Does sweet potato pie need to be cooked?
While sweet potato pie does require cooking a few sweet potatoes, it doesn’t require cooking the filling, and if you’ve got a tart pan you can skip blind baking the crust. While sweet potato pie is a near perfect replacement for pumpkin pie, there are still a few missteps you’ll want to avoid on your path to pie perfection.
How do you make a canned sweet potato pie?
Especially when this canned sweet potato pie is so easy to make. Heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crust as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie using 9-inch glass pie pan. Place sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, half-and-half, sherry and eggs in blender container or food processor bowl with metal blade. Cover and blend until smooth.