Double Crusted Sweet Potato Pie

Variations & Substitutions

Sweet potatoes. I roasted the sweet potatoes, but microwaving them is a good shortcut. Then, place the sweet potato purée in a bowl. Butter. Use high-quality unsalted butter for a richer texture. Brown sugar. You can substitute this with coconut sugar or a blend of white sugar and molasses. Dark rum. This adds depth of flavor to the filling. You can also use bourbon, brandy, or skip it entirely. Spices. I used cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger. You can substitute this with pumpkin pie spice. You can also add allspice or cardamom. Buttermilk. If you’re out of buttermilk, you can make your own at home. Use 1 cup of regular milk and stir in a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Let it stand for around 10 minutes before using it. All-purpose flour. Substitute this with a 1:1 gluten-free flour. Pie crust. You can make your own homemade pie crust at home or buy it from the store. Turbinado sugar. If you don’t have turbinado sugar, you can use white sugar or brown sugar for sprinkling.

Brown butter can go from golden to burnt in seconds. To stay in control, cook it over medium heat and watch for the foam to subside and a nutty aroma to develop—remove it from heat immediately once you see tiny brown flecks. After making the sweet potato filling, pop it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes. This helps it firm up slightly, making it easier to layer under the buttermilk chess filling without mixing the two layers. For a perfectly flaky top crust, roll it out and freeze it for 5 minutes before placing it on the pie. This keeps the butter solid in the dough, giving you a more distinct and crispy layer on top. For a perfectly crunchy top, wait until the last minute to sprinkle on turbinado sugar. This keeps the sugar from dissolving into the egg wash and ensures a caramelized, crisp crust.

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Classic flavors. This old-fashioned sweet potato pie brings back all the warm childhood memories! Instant crowd favorite. Serve this for family gatherings like Thanksgiving, Easter, or during the holidays, and it’s guaranteed that there will be no leftovers! Tastes even better the next day. If there is ever any left!

Want more easy sweet potato recipes? Check out my savory sweet potato casserole, sweet potato skins, and microwave sweet potato. To reheat, preheat the oven to 300°F, then let it warm for 10-15 minutes. If you’re in a hurry, you can also microwave the pie slices.