Mom's Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet potato pie is a comforting dessert that combines smooth sweet potatoes with warming spices, encased in a flaky crust.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
- Pie Dish
Ingredients
Ingredients Group Label
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Boil or bake the sweet potatoes until soft, then peel and mash them until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, sugar, milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pie for about 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. Garnish with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
For best results, allow the pie to chill for a few hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This pie can also be frozen for up to one month when wrapped tightly.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g