Here’s a classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie—silky, spiced, and wonderfully cozy. This version uses baked sweet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.

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🥧🍠 Sweet Potato Pie (Classic Recipe)

Ingredients

For the filling

• 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
  (about 2–3 medium sweet potatoes)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup evaporated milk (or whole milk)

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp ground nutmeg

• ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)

• ¼ tsp salt

For the crust

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell (homemade or store-bought)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the sweet potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).

2. Wash, dry, and poke sweet potatoes with a fork.

3. Bake 45–60 minutes until very soft.
   (You can also microwave them to speed things up.)

4. Let cool, then peel and mash until smooth.

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2. Make the filling

1. Lower oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, and sugar until smooth.

3. Add the eggs, milk, vanilla, and spices.

4. Whisk until silky and well combined.

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3. Assemble and bake

1. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie shell.

2. Smooth the top with a spatula.

3. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is just set and only slightly jiggles.

4. Cool at least 2 hours for clean slices.

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⭐ Tips for Best Results

• Roast, don’t boil: Roasting concentrates flavor and prevents a watery pie.

• If the edges brown too fast, cover with foil or a pie shield.

• Add an extra ¼ cup sugar if you prefer a sweeter, more custard-like pie.

• Serve with whipped cream or toasted marshmallow topping for a holiday twist.

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Variations (just ask if you’d like a full recipe!)

• Brown sugar sweet potato pie

• Spiced chai sweet potato pie

• Sweet potato pie with bourbon

• No-dairy version

• Sweet potato mini pies

Want one of these variations or something special?