Sweet Potato Pie My Eye

Indulge your taste buds with "Sweet Potato Pie My Eye," a velvety sweet potato dessert that’s bursting with warm spices and a hint of citrusy brightness. This classic southern-inspired pie combines buttery mashed sweet potatoes with a rich blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest for a flavor profile that’s both comforting and elevated. A smooth, creamy filling is nestled in a flaky, golden pie crust, making every bite a perfect harmony of texture and taste. With easy prep and pantry-friendly ingredients like brown sugar, whole milk, and vanilla, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for holiday tables or special occasions. Serve it warm, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for a truly unforgettable treat that everyone will crave!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:65 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium (about 1.5 lbs) sweet potatoes
• 6 tbsp (melted) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup (packed) brown sugar
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks. Place the chunks in a pot, cover with water, and boil over medium-high heat until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and mix until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and orange zest. Whisk the mixture until completely smooth and no lumps remain.

Step 5

Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan if using homemade dough, or place a store-bought crust in the pan. Trim and crimp the edges as desired.

Step 6

Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on the crust, and cover the edges with foil if they begin to brown too quickly.

Step 8

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes. The pie will set further as it cools.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature, with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2988.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5129.4

Total Fat 182.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 818.6mg	0%
Sodium 2986.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 816.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.2g	0%
Total Sugars 375.0g
Protein 68.8g	0%

Vitamin D 176.7IU	0%
Calcium 981.3mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 668.1mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 63.0%