Description
Sweet Potato Pie is a classic Southern dessert featuring a rich, creamy, and spiced sweet potato filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for autumn and holiday gatherings, this comforting pie balances natural sweetness with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a nostalgic and crowd-pleasing treat that’s easy to customize and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Crust
- 1 9-inch flaky, buttery pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Optional Toppings and Variations
- Chopped pecans (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Substitute 3/4 cup pure maple syrup for sugar
- Gluten-free pie crust for dietary preference
- Use coconut milk and 2 flax eggs for a vegan version
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and boil or roast the sweet potatoes until they are completely soft and tender. Mash them thoroughly until smooth to form the base of your filling.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger). Whisk until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well blended.
- Roll Out the Pie Crust: Roll out your pie crust and fit it neatly into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess edges and chill the crust briefly if desired to prevent shrinking during baking.
- Pour and Smooth: Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, creating a level surface for baking.
- Bake the Pie: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pie for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh sweet potatoes rather than canned for best texture and sweetness.
- Mix the filling just until combined to keep it light and creamy without toughening.
- Blind baking the crust beforehand helps prevent sogginess from the filling.
- Allow the pie to cool fully to let the filling set, making slicing easier and cleaner.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern United States
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Pie, Southern dessert, holiday pie, creamy sweet potato filling, spiced pie, autumn dessert, gluten free sweet potato pie, vegan sweet potato pie variation
