Ah, you mean Sweet Potato Pie 🍠🥧—a classic Southern dessert, creamy, spiced, and perfect for fall or any cozy occasion!
What it is
- A custardy pie made from mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, butter, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Baked in a pie crust until smooth, golden, and lightly caramelized.
- Often served with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
- 2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare filling:
In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. - Assemble pie:
Pour filling into the unbaked pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. - Bake:
50–60 minutes until the center is set (it may still jiggle slightly) and the top is lightly golden. - Cool & serve:
Let cool at least 1 hour before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Tips & Variations
- Smooth filling: Beat the mashed sweet potatoes well for a silky texture.
- Spice kick: Add a pinch of ginger, allspice, or cloves for extra warmth.
- Crust options: Use a homemade, graham cracker, or gluten-free crust.
- Sweetener alternatives: Maple syrup or honey can replace some sugar for natural sweetness.
If you want, I can also give a microwave or slow-bake shortcut version of sweet potato pie that’s ready in under 30 minutes 🍠✨.
Do you want me to do that?
