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Sweet Potato Pie with Whipped Cream

Elina James
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pie Filling:
  • 1 lb (about 2 medium) sweet potatoes
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup evaporated milk (or heavy cream for richer texture)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Crust:
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional: Blind bake the crust slightly for a crisper bottom.
  • For the Whipped Cream Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes : Roasting Method (Best Flavor): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake on a lined tray for 45–50 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly, peel, and mash until smooth.
  • OR Boiling Method (Quicker): Peel and cut sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in water for 15–20 minutes until tender. Drain well. Mash until smooth. Aim for 1½ cups of smooth mashed sweet potato.
  • Step 2: Make the Filling : In a large mixing bowl, beat the mashed sweet potatoes and softened butter together until creamy. Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (if using), salt, vanilla, and evaporated milk. Mix well. Beat in eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and silky.
  • Step 3: Fill and Bake : Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean. If the crust browns too quickly, cover edges with foil halfway through baking.
  • Step 4: Cool the Pie : Remove pie from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 2–3 hours. The filling will set further as it cools. Once completely cool, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Step 5: Make the Whipped Cream : In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Top the cooled pie with whipped cream just before serving, or serve on the side.