Texas Sweet Potato Pie
Texas Sweet Potato Pie is a velvety, spice-kissed dessert that brings the comforting flavors of the Lone Star State straight to your kitchen. Made with tender, mashed sweet potatoes, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of ginger, this pie is a delightful blend of sweetness and aromatic spices. The rich filling, enhanced by creamy butter and a hint of vanilla, is nestled in a flaky 9-inch pie crust, creating a dessert that's as visually inviting as it is delicious. Whether topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed on its own, this classic Southern dessert is perfect for fall gatherings, holiday feasts, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With just 20 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this recipe is easy to make and serves up to 8 slices of pure comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 pre-made or homemade 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into chunks. Place them in a pot of boiling water and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
Mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth (you should have about 2 cups).
Add the unsalted butter to the warm sweet potatoes and mix until fully melted and incorporated.
Mix in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the milk and vanilla extract.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt, ensuring everything is evenly mixed.
Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared 9-inch pie crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.3 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.9 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 824 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 1410 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 433.8 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
