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Classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

American · Dessert · 75 min total

A beloved Southern dessert featuring a creamy, spiced sweet potato filling baked in a flaky pie crust. This recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and warm spices.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup evaporated milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges.
2. In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes and melted butter. Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
4. Mix in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Gradually stir in evaporated milk until well combined.
5. Pour filling into prepared pie crust.
6. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If crust edges brown too quickly, cover with foil or a pie shield.
7. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Tips

• For deeper flavor, roast sweet potatoes instead of boiling them.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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