Here’s a classic Sweet Potato Pie recipe that’s rich, creamy, and full of warm spices:
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes (about 2 medium-large)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions:
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into large chunks.
- Boil or steam the sweet potatoes until tender, about 20-30 minutes.
- Drain and allow them to cool slightly before mashing them until smooth.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with the melted butter. Mix until smooth.
- Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Pour the sweet potato filling into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Place the pie on the middle rack of your preheated oven.
- Bake the Pie:
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. The crust should be golden brown.
- If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Tips:
- For a smoother filling, you can blend the sweet potato mixture before pouring it into the pie crust.
- You can add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the filling for a citrusy twist.
Enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Pie!
