Soulful Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie That'll Warm Your Heart

This Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie is a cherished Southern dessert, filled with rich flavors and warmth.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 1 10

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 2 20

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Filling Ingredients

3 medium Sweet Potatoes Fresh roasted recommended
1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute maple syrup or honey
1 can Evaporated Milk Can use half-and-half or whole milk
½ cup Butter Melted; margarine or plant-based can substitute
2 large Eggs Beaten; can replace with flax eggs or commercial replacers
to taste Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Vanilla) Enhance flavors to your preference

Crust Ingredients

1 9-inch Pie Crust Pre-made or homemade

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
electric mixer
Pie dish

Method

Preparation Steps

Roast or boil sweet potatoes until tender (30–40 minutes). Cool, peel, and mash until smooth.
In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, evaporated milk, melted butter, eggs, and spices using an electric mixer for 2–3 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the pie crust in a pie dish.
Pour the filling into the crust, ensuring even distribution and tapping to release air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm or chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or cinnamon. Allow cooling for cleaner slices.

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