Sweet Potato Pie Recipe
Sweet Potato Pie is a classic dessert that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This delicious pie is easy to make and is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Follow this recipe to create a homemade Sweet Potato Pie that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
For the Filling:
- 1 lb sweet potatoes (with skin) 🍠
- ½ cup (114g) butter, softened 🧈
- ¾ cup granulated sugar 🧂
- ½ cup milk, at room temperature 🥛
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature 🥚🥚
- 2 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon 🌰
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. Bake the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the sweet potatoes and prick them a few times with a fork.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool until they can be handled. Peel off the skins. 🍠🔥
2. Prepare the Filling
- Reduce oven heat to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the peeled sweet potatoes.
- Add butter and mix until smooth. 🧈🍠
3. Mix Ingredients
- Add sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mashed sweet potatoes.
- Mix until well combined and smooth. 🥣
4. Fill the Crust
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust. 🥧
5. Bake the Pie
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. ⏳
6. Cool and Serve
- Let the pie cool to room temperature before serving.
- You can top it with whipped cream or marshmallow fluff if desired. 🥧❄️
Enjoy Your Delicious Sweet Potato Pie! 🍰✨
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8
This Sweet Potato Pie is the perfect addition to any dessert table. Its rich, creamy filling and flaky crust make it a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re making it for a holiday feast or a special family dinner, this pie is sure to impress. Enjoy every bite of this classic Southern treat!
Feel free to share your experiences and any variations you tried with this recipe in the comments below. Happy baking!
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Sweet Potato Pie 🥧🍠
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
For the crust:
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
For the filling:
1 lb sweet potatoes (with skin) 🍠
½ cup (114g) butter, softened 🧈
¾ cup granulated sugar 🧂
½ cup milk, at room temperature 🥛
2 large eggs, at room temperature 🥚🥚
2 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
1 tsp ground cinnamon 🌰
½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes and prick them a few times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender. Remove from the oven and let cool until they can be handled. Peel off the skins. 🍠🔥
2️⃣ Prepare the filling: Reduce oven heat to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, mash the peeled sweet potatoes. Add butter and mix until smooth. 🧈🍠
3️⃣ Mix ingredients: Add sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined and smooth. 🥣
4️⃣ Fill the crust: Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust. 🥧
5️⃣ Bake the pie: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. ⏳
6️⃣ Cool and serve: Let the pie cool to room temperature before serving. You can top it with whipped cream or marshmallow fluff if desired. 🥧❄️
Enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Pie! 🍰✨
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes