Kittencal's Sweet Potato Pie

Indulge in the timeless comfort of Kittencal's Sweet Potato Pie, a soul-warming dessert that perfectly balances rich, creamy textures with a medley of aromatic spices. Made with tender, freshly boiled sweet potatoes, this pie is sweetened with both granulated and brown sugar for layers of caramelized depth, and infused with cinnamon and nutmeg for a cozy, spiced flavor. A splash of vanilla extract and evaporated milk lend smoothness to the filling, which is nestled in a buttery, flaky 9-inch unbaked pie crust. Oven-baked to golden perfection, the pie boasts a melt-in-your-mouth consistency that’s easy to love. Ready in just 90 minutes, this classic Southern recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings or as a comforting treat any time of year. Serve it warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup evaporated milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into chunks, and boil in a large pot of water for 20–25 minutes or until fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 4

Add the unsalted butter to the hot sweet potatoes and mix until melted and fully combined.

Step 5

Stir in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well incorporated.

Step 6

Add the evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until the ingredients are smooth and well blended.

Step 7

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool at room temperature before slicing.

Step 10

Serve warm or chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1115.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3012.7

Total Fat 128.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 501.0mg	0%
Sodium 1874.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 268.8g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 182.8IU	0%
Calcium 620.2mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 700.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 57.6%