Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet Potato Pie is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of comfort food. With its flaky crust and creamy, spiced sweet potato filling, this pie is the perfect centerpiece for any gathering. It brings nostalgic flavors reminiscent of family traditions and holiday feasts, ensuring every slice is filled with warmth and joy. Whether served warm or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream, Sweet Potato Pie is sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 deep-dish pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, peel, and boil the sweet potatoes in water until fork-tender (20-25 minutes).
- Drain and mash the sweet potatoes in a bowl until smooth and slightly cooled.
- Whisk in granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and eggs until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in evaporated milk until the filling is silky.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 pie)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg