Vanilla Wafer Sweet Potato Pie
Transform your holiday dessert table with the irresistible charm of Vanilla Wafer Sweet Potato Pie—a luscious twist on a classic southern favorite. This recipe features a buttery vanilla wafer crust that adds a delicate, sweet crunch to every bite. The filling combines creamy, spiced sweet potatoes with a blend of granulated and brown sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla for a warm, comforting flavor profile. With only 25 minutes of prep time, this pie is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream, to impress family and friends with its perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or any cozy gathering, this pie is the perfect way to celebrate the season’s best ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Vanilla wafers
- 115 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 450 grams Cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 60 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 Eggs
- 120 ml Evaporated milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
In a food processor, crush the vanilla wafers into fine crumbs.
Mix the vanilla wafer crumbs with the melted butter in a bowl until evenly combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to create an even crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, then set it aside to cool.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
Add the softened butter, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the sweet potato mixture. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared vanilla wafer crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely to room temperature. You can chill it in the refrigerator for a firmer texture if desired.
Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 217.9 g | 279% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.5 g | 718% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 1745 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.6 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.9 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2405 mg | 51% | |
*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.
