Ingredients
– 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and peeled)
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup packed brown sugar
– ¾ cup evaporated milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
– ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
Creating the perfect Sweet Potato Pie at home can be effortlessly achieved if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Cook the sweet potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them until smooth.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. Add Spices: Add ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
5. Pour into Crust: Carefully pour the sweet potato filling into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
6. Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the filling is set. It should jiggle slightly in the center.
7. Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes.
8. Refrigerate: For best flavor, refrigerate the pie for several hours or overnight before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you through the process of making a delightful Sweet Potato Pie that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 slices
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g