Description
Sweet Potato Pie is a comforting dessert that combines the creamy richness of sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all enveloped in a flaky crust. This delightful pie is perfect for holiday gatherings or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. Its vibrant orange filling not only looks stunning but also delivers a deliciously sweet flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Enjoy it warm or cold, and experience the nostalgia of this classic dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Poke holes in sweet potatoes and roast them on a baking sheet for about 45 minutes until tender.
- Once cool, peel the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth.
- Stir in sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter until well combined.
- Fit the pie crust into a pie pan. Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until set and slightly puffed. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added depth, substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar. To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free pie crust or omit the crust entirely. Enhance flavors by adding a splash of maple syrup or experimenting with different spices.