**Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie Recipe 🥧
A Southern Classic Packed With Soul & Tradition**
If you grew up in a home where the holidays meant laughter in the kitchen, warm spices filling the air, and aunties arguing over who makes the best pie, then you already know—Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie isn’t just dessert. It’s heritage.
The first time I made this pie, the entire house smelled like my grandmother’s kitchen—rich, buttery, and full of the kind of warmth you simply can’t buy in a store. After one bite, my husband pushed his plate forward and said, “Make two next time… this one isn’t going to last.”
This pie is smooth, custardy, perfectly spiced, and made the traditional way: real sweet potatoes, warm spices, evaporated milk, and a flaky crust that holds it all together. Whether you’re making this for Thanksgiving, Sunday dinner, or just because your soul needs something sweet, this recipe is guaranteed to hit every single time.
⭐ Why Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie Is Special
Not all sweet potato pies are created equal. What makes this version so iconic?
It’s silky, not gritty. Roasting the sweet potatoes gives them a buttery smooth texture.
It’s perfectly spiced. Cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and a hint of brown sugar.
It’s rich and creamy. Evaporated milk gives that classic Southern custard feel.
It’s nostalgic. It tastes exactly like the pie your grandma guarded like a family secret.
Every family adds their own touch, but this version stays true to the roots: simple ingredients, deep flavor, and so much love.
🥘 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Pie Filling:
2 large sweet potatoes (roasted or boiled until very soft)
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
For the Crust:
1 deep-dish pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
👩🏽🍳 How to Make Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie (Step-by-Step)
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Boil or roast until fork-tender. Roasting gives the best flavor, but boiling works too.
Once soft, peel and mash until completely smooth.
- Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine:
mashed sweet potatoes
sugar + brown sugar
melted butter
eggs
evaporated milk
vanilla
cinnamon
nutmeg
salt
Whisk until the mixture is silky and lump-free.
- Fill Your Pie Crust
Pour the filling into a deep-dish crust. Make sure the top is smooth.
- Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55–65 minutes.
The center should be mostly set with a slight jiggle—just like a custard pie.
- Cool Completely
Sweet potato pie must cool to set properly.
Once cooled, chill before slicing for the perfect clean cut.
😍 The Flavor: Warm, Spicy & Soulful
Every bite is:
creamy
velvety
subtly sweet
full of cinnamon & nutmeg
wrapped in buttery crust
It’s the kind of dessert that makes people close their eyes on the first bite.
🔥 Tips for the Best Pie
Roast, don’t boil for richer flavor.
Use evaporated milk for the classic texture.
Don’t skip the brown sugar—it deepens the flavor.
Cool fully before slicing or it will fall apart.
Sprinkle cinnamon on top for a beautiful finish.
🧡 How to Store It
Fridge: Up to 4 days
Freezer: Up to 3 months (wrap tightly)
Thaw overnight and warm gently for serving
✨ Serving Ideas
Serve with whipped cream
Pair with coffee or sweet tea
Top with pecans for crunch
Add a caramel drizzle for extra indulgence
📌 PRINT-FRIENDLY RECIPE
Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie
Prep: 15 min | Bake: 1 hr | Total: 1 hr 15 min
Makes: 1 delicious deep-dish pie
Ingredients:
Sweet potatoes, sugar, brown sugar, butter, eggs, evaporated milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, salt, pie crust
Instructions:
Mash cooked sweet potatoes → whisk with remaining ingredients → pour into crust → bake 350°F for 55–65 min → cool completely → enjoy warm or chilled.
💬 Engagement Boost (Use This Line!)
“If your grandma ever made sweet potato pie that tasted like pure love, comment ‘YES PLEASE!’ 🧡👇”