Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this classic Sweet Potato Pie recipe. Made with creamy sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a buttery crust, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling:
- 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, beat the mashed sweet potatoes and softened butter until smooth. Add sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Fill the crust: Pour the filling into the pie crust, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes until set.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled with whipped cream.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with maple syrup or bourbon.
- Pie can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
