
Why Make This Recipe
Sweet Potato Pie is a warm, comforting dessert that reminds many people of family gatherings and holidays. It has a creamy filling made with real sweet potatoes and simple spices that give it a rich, smooth flavor. If you love homemade pies, this one is a must-try.
It’s also a great choice because sweet potatoes are easy to find and affordable. You don’t need any fancy tools or ingredients—just basic things from your kitchen. Plus, making it yourself gives you control over the sweetness and texture.
Another reason to make this recipe is that it’s a crowd-pleaser. Whether you serve it for Thanksgiving or just on a regular weekend, everyone will enjoy a slice. You can even make it ahead of time and keep it chilled until serving.
How to Make Sweet Potato Pie
Ingredients:
- 1 (1 pound) sweet potato
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
Directions:
- First, boil the sweet potato whole with the skin on for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until it is soft. Then run cold water over it and remove the skin.
- Break the cooked sweet potato into a bowl. Add butter and mix well with a mixer.
- Add sugar, milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool. The pie will puff up like a soufflé and then settle as it cools.
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