🥧 Good Ole Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie

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🥧 Good Ole Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie








💛 A Taste of Southern Comfort

Few desserts say “home” like a slice of Sweet Potato Pie. It’s smooth, buttery, and full of warm spices that remind you of fall family dinners and cozy holidays.

This recipe is straight from Grandma’s kitchen — simple ingredients, a touch of love, and that unmistakable sweet potato flavor baked in a flaky pie crust.

🧺 Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2–3 medium sweet potatoes)

  • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup evaporated milk (or half-and-half)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)

  • Pinch of salt

For the Crust:

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Boil in salted water until soft (about 20 minutes).
Drain and mash until smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step 2: Make the Filling

In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes and butter. Mix until creamy.
Add sugar, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, and spices. Beat until smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Fill and Bake

Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.

Step 4: Cool and Serve

Allow pie to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
Serve warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

🌟 Tips for Perfect Sweet Potato Pie

  • Roast instead of boil for richer flavor — bake sweet potatoes at 400°F for 45 minutes until tender.

  • Don’t overbake — the pie should be set but slightly jiggly in the center.

  • Use real butter and evaporated milk for that old-fashioned creaminess.

  • Add a dash of lemon juice to balance sweetness if you like.

🍯 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

  • A dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip

  • A sprinkle of toasted pecans

  • Or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Sweet Potato Pie is:

  • Creamy, buttery, and perfectly spiced

  • A true Southern classic made from scratch

  • Perfect for holidays or Sunday dessert

  • Just like Grandma’s — maybe even better 😉

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