Description
Creamy Sweet Potato Pie – Velvety spiced sweet potato filling in a flaky crust—rich, smooth, and perfectly sweet. A soul-warming Southern classic
Ingredients
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1 pre-made pie crust
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2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
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1 cup evaporated milk
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup melted butter
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Set your pie crust in a standard 9-inch pie dish if not already done.
2. Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
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Mashed sweet potatoes
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Evaporated milk
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Granulated sugar
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Melted butter
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Eggs
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Vanilla extract
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Ground cinnamon
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Ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
Whisk or use a hand mixer until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
3. Fill the Crust
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
4. Bake the Pie
Place the pie in the center rack of your oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden around the edges.
5. Cool and Serve
Remove the pie from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely before slicing. The pie will continue to set as it cools.
Notes
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Be sure the sweet potatoes are mashed very well or puréed for the smoothest filling.
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Avoid overbaking, which can lead to cracks or a dry texture.
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This pie is perfect for Thanksgiving but easy enough to enjoy year-round.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American