This classic Southern-style sweet potato pie is rich, smooth, warmly spiced, and full of homemade flavor. A beloved dessert in many Black family traditions, this pie features creamy sweet potatoes blended with butter, sugar, and cozy spices baked into a flaky crust.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 55 minutes
- Cooling Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: About 3 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 8 slices
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Potato masher or blender
- 9-inch pie pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Ingredient Notes
- Sweet Potatoes: Roasting gives the richest flavor.
- Evaporated Milk: Creates a smooth creamy filling.
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg: Essential warm Southern spices.
- Butter: Adds richness and silky texture.
Instructions
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake sweet potatoes for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Let cool, peel, and mash until smooth.
Make the Filling
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes and melted butter.
- Add sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Mix until smooth and creamy.
Bake the Pie
- Pour filling into prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes until center is mostly set.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts (Approx. Per Slice)
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 15g
- Sugar: 24g
Tips and Variations
- Add a little brown sugar for deeper flavor.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
- Use a homemade buttery pie crust for extra richness.
- Chill overnight for even better flavor.
- Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top before serving.
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