Classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie

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Classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie is a beloved dessert from the American South, featuring a smooth, spiced filling made from mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all baked in a flaky pie crust. It's a staple at holiday gatherings and family celebrations, offering a comforting, creamy texture that's both sweet and subtly earthy.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pie is generally high in carbohydrates and fats, with sweet potatoes providing fiber, vitamin A, and potassium, while the crust and added sugars contribute to a calorie count of around 300-400 per slice. It's a nutrient-dense treat that balances natural vitamins from the potatoes with indulgent elements.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	35 g
Sodium	280 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Vitamin E	1.2 mg

Per 1 slice (1/8 of 9-inch pie, approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Sweet Potato Pie has roots in African American and Southern U.S. traditions, often seen as a soul food staple that evolved from African and Caribbean influences, making it a symbol of heritage and resilience. Nutritionally, it's unique because sweet potatoes are a superfood rich in antioxidants, which can offset some of the indulgence in a dessert context.