Description
Southern charm meets comfort in this classic sweet potato pie, blending creamy spiced filling with a buttery, flaky crust. Homemade goodness invites warm memories and delightful flavors you’ll savor with each delectable slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds (680 grams) sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cubed
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) evaporated milk
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C), positioning the rack in the center.
- Submerge sweet potatoes in boiling water for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender, then drain completely.
- Mash the potatoes until velvety smooth, removing any lumps or stringy fibers.
- Whisk together mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, salt, and warm spices until uniformly blended.
- Incorporate vanilla extract, then fold in eggs one at a time, ensuring smooth integration.
- Gradually pour in evaporated milk and melted butter, stirring continuously to create a silky, homogeneous filling.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the prepared pie shell, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a slight wobble in the center and golden edges.
- Remove from oven and let the pie rest at room temperature for 2-3 hours to set completely.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- Swap regular sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup for a lower glycemic index and more complex flavor profile.
- Use dairy-free milk and vegan butter alternatives to create a plant-based version of this classic dessert.
- Roast sweet potatoes instead of boiling to intensify their natural caramelized sweetness and concentrate flavor.
- Add a pinch of cardamom or replace some ground spices with fresh grated spices for a more vibrant and aromatic pie filling.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg