Sweet Potato Pie

This sweet potato pie is a southern classic that leans on simple pantry staples and lets the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes shine through.

I used my own homemade pie crust for this recipe, but you can make it with either a homemade or store bought crust. If you’d like to try making your own, I’ve linked my homemade pie crust recipe so you can follow along.

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Whether you prefer to boil your sweet potatoes or roast them in the oven, the filling comes together beautifully and bakes into a smooth, custard-like layer that’s just right for holidays, gatherings, or an everyday treat.

Notes & Tips

To boil the sweet potatoes: Boil whole, unpeeled potatoes in a pot of water for about 40-50 minutes until fork-tender.
To bake the sweet potatoes: Roast whole, unpeeled potatoes at 400°F until soft, usually 45-60 minutes.
Mash until smooth: For the creamiest texture use a fork, potato masher, or even a hand mixer.
Make ahead to bake later: Wrap the unbaked pie in several layers of plastic wrap, then wrap with a layer of aluminum foil. This will help protect the pie from freezer burn. Place the pie in the freezer.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Cooking Method: Baking

Courses: Desert

Ingredients Needed:

2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (2 large sweet potatoes)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pinch of salt
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust (homemade or store brought)

Instructions

1
To make the mashed sweet potatoes, boil or bake them whole in skin until tender. Let cool, then remove the skin. Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
2
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to combine mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Beat on medium speed until smooth.
3
Pour the sweet potato filling into a unbaked pie crust. Bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and crust edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely before slicing.