How to Make Delicious Sweet Potato Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potato pie is a beloved dessert that originated in the southern United States. It's a rich and creamy pie filled with the warm flavors of sweet potatoes, cinnamon, and nutmeg. With a flaky crust and a smooth, custard-like filling, it's a perfect treat for holidays or any time of the year. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this delicious sweet potato pie recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 (9 inch) refrigerated pie crust
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain well and let cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the bottom of a pie plate with pie crust.
  • Mash sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork. Measure 2 cups of the mash into a large bowl. Mix in sugar eggs, butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Mix flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt together in a separate bowl. Add to the sweet potato mixture.
  • Combine buttermilk and baking soda in a small bowl. Add to the sweet potato-flour mixture. Stir batter well; pour into the prepared crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Let cool on rack until firm, at least 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    327 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 395mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 298mg