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Southern Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Description

This classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie is a beloved fall dessert featuring a creamy, smooth sweet potato filling baked in a flaky pie crust. Made with simple ingredients like baked sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk, it offers a rich, comforting flavor perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering. Topped with whipped cream or marshmallow fluff, this pie is an heirloom recipe cherished through generations.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Filling

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, baked
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or evaporated)

Crust and Topping

  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
  • Whipped cream, for topping
  • Marshmallow fluff, optional topping

Instructions

  1. Bake the sweet potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Scrub the sweet potatoes until clean and prick them 4 to 5 times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until tender when pierced with a toothpick. Remove and cool until easily handled. Peel the skin and place the sweet potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Reduce oven heat to 350ºF.
  2. Make the Pie Filling: Add the butter to the peeled sweet potatoes and mash until smooth. Stir in the sugar and mix well. Add the vanilla extract, milk, and beaten eggs, blending the mixture until fully combined. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
  3. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the center is set. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  4. Serve: Serve the pie warm or allow it to cool completely before slicing. Top with whipped cream or marshmallow fluff as desired for an extra indulgent finish.

Notes

  • This Southern Sweet Potato Pie is an heirloom recipe loved for generations, featuring a smooth and creamy filling made from simple ingredients.
  • For an extra touch, top with whipped cream or marshmallow fluff before serving.
  • The pie is a popular choice for Thanksgiving and other fall gatherings.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 282 kcal
  • Sugar: 29 g
  • Sodium: 161 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 79 mg

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