Description

Sweet potato pie is a classic dessert made with a creamy filling of sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, milk, eggs, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all encased in a buttery pie crust. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for holidays or any special occasion.

Ingredients

1 (1 pound) sweet potato

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 cup white sugar

1/2 cup milk

2 eggs

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

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Instructions

Boil the sweet potato whole in its skin for 40 to 50 minutes, or until tender. Once done, run cold water over the sweet potato to cool it down, and remove the skin.
Mash the sweet potato in a bowl. Add the softened butter and mix well using a mixer.
Stir in the white sugar, milk, eggs, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the sweet potato filling into an unbaked pie crust.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie in the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the pie comes out clean.
The pie will puff up like a soufflé during baking and will settle as it cools.
Allow the pie to cool before slicing and serving. This ensures the filling sets properly.

Notes

You can add whipped cream, marshmallows, or caramel sauce on top for extra sweetness.
If you prefer a spicier flavor, increase the cinnamon or nutmeg, or add ground ginger.
Try using a graham cracker crust or chocolate crust for different flavor combinations.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or warm the whole pie in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg