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Exploring My Mother's Classic Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

Exploring My Mother's Classic Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

This classic sweet potato pie recipe from my mother's kitchen is creamy, sweet, and full of the comforting flavors of fall spices. It makes a perfect dessert for holiday gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 9-inch pie crust pre-baked

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of water until tender, about 20-30 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  • Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Add melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until a smooth consistency is achieved.
  • Pour the mixture into the pre-baked pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is slightly golden.
  • Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This sweet potato pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.