Spiced Sweet Potato Pie (Printable version)
Creamy spiced sweet potato filling in a flaky crust, perfect for seasonal gatherings and cozy treats.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pie Crust
01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
→ Filling
02 - 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
03 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1/2 cup evaporated milk
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ To Serve (optional)
14 - Whipped cream
15 - Toasted pecans
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan, crimping edges as desired.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
04 - Add cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and salt to the mixture; whisk until fully combined.
05 - Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the surface.
06 - Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
07 - Allow pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
08 - Optionally, serve with whipped cream and toasted pecans.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- This pie feels like a warm hug from the inside, perfect for sharing secrets around the dinner table
- The blend of spices makes it uniquely comforting and instantly became my go-to dessert for holidays
02 -
- Make sure your pie filling is smooth and well mixed, as any lumps will affect the custard setting evenly
- Using a wire rack to cool the pie prevents soggy crust; this step changed how crisp my edges stayed
03 -
- Adding a tablespoon or two of bourbon to the filling enhances the depth of flavor beautifully
- Using fresh ground spices makes an incredible difference compared to pre-ground