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Description
A traditional sweet potato pie recipe perfect for holidays and fall gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Stir in the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother filling, you can press the mashed sweet potatoes through a sieve before mixing.
- Ensure your sweet potatoes are fully cooked and mashed before starting.
- You can add a pinch of cloves for extra spice.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 55 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg