How to Make the Perfect Sweet Potato Pie
A classic Southern dessert made with creamy sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a flaky crust. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 deep dish pie crust
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- 6 Tbsp salted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F; bake sweet potatoes for 50–60 mins until tender.
2. Lower oven to 350°F and blind bake the crust.
3. Mash sweet potatoes; mix with butter, sugars, vanilla, spices, salt, milk, and eggs until smooth.
4. Pour filling into crust; bake for 50–55 mins.
5. Cool for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Add a foil ring to prevent crust over-browning.
- Pie will jiggle slightly in the center when done but will set upon cooling.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g