Here’s a classic Sweet Potato Pie—smooth, warmly spiced, and perfect for dessert 🥧
Ingredients
Filling:
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2–3 medium, cooked)
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¾ cup sugar (white or half white/half brown)
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook sweet potatoes (boil or bake) until tender. Peel and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla.
- Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour filling into pie crust.
- Bake 50–55 minutes, until the center is set.
- Cool completely before slicing (it firms up as it cools).
Tips & Variations
- Extra flavor: Add ¼ tsp ground ginger or cloves.
- Creamier texture: Use heavy cream instead of evaporated milk.
- Topping ideas: Whipped cream or toasted marshmallows.
- Make ahead: Tastes even better the next day!
If you want a no-bake, vegan, or southern-style version, just tell me 😊
