Description
This classic Sweet Potato Pie recipe is the ultimate fall treat, combining creamy mashed sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for cozy gatherings and holiday celebrations, this pie delivers a sweet, spiced flavor that’s both comforting and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Crust
- 1 pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Mix Potatoes and Sugar: In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups of mashed sweet potatoes with 1 cup of sugar, mixing until smooth and well blended.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the sweet potato mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Season the Filling: Stir in 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the mixture, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Pour the sweet potato filling evenly into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top for an even bake.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure sweet potatoes are well mashed to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Check the pie towards the end of baking; if the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
- Letting the pie cool completely helps it set properly for clean slices.
- You can enhance the filling with a pinch of ground ginger or cloves for extra warmth if desired.
