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Description
A classic Southern sweet potato pie, perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings. This recipe features a creamy, spiced filling baked in a flaky crust.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) can sweet potatoes, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, beat mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, and butter until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Gradually beat in evaporated milk.
- Pour filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For an extra rich pie, use a combination of half-and-half and evaporated milk.
- Ensure your sweet potatoes are fully mashed for a smooth filling.
- Chill the pie before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern