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Authentic Southern Sweet Potato Pie

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Make a creamy, traditional Southern sweet potato pie with warm spices. This recipe yields a comforting dessert perfect for holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add the melted butter, beaten eggs, whole milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract to the sweet potato mixture. Stir well.
  4. In a separate small bowl, mix together the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  5. Add the spice mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until everything is fully combined and smooth.
  6. Pour the filling into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For the creamiest texture, press your cooked sweet potatoes through a food mill or ricer before measuring.
  • You can use a store-bought or homemade pie crust for this recipe.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the whole milk with 1/4 cup of heavy cream.

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