Description
Sweet Potato Pie is a classic Southern dessert with a creamy, spiced filling made from sweet potatoes and a buttery, flaky crust—perfect for holidays or a comforting treat year-round.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, granulated and brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add evaporated milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (if using), and salt. Mix well to combine.
- Pour filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use baked or boiled sweet potatoes for the freshest flavor.
- Top with whipped cream, pecans, or a drizzle of caramel for extra flair.
- Brush crust with beaten egg white or pre-bake for a crisper base.
- Add a splash of bourbon or orange zest for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
