Best 9 Heavenly Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

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## Heavenly Sweet Potato Pie: A Culinary Symphony of Sweetness and Delight ##

Indulge in the tantalizing symphony of flavors that is the Heavenly Sweet Potato Pie, a dessert that elevates the classic sweet potato pie to new heights of delectable indulgence. This culinary masterpiece features a velvety smooth filling crafted from roasted sweet potatoes, perfectly complemented by a symphony of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Nestled within a flaky, golden-brown crust, each bite of this pie is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.

This article presents a curated collection of Heavenly Sweet Potato Pie recipes, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dessert. From the traditional Southern-style pie with its rich and creamy filling to the lighter, healthier version made with almond flour and coconut oil, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate and dietary preference.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes provide clear and easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring that you can recreate this delectable treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie:** Experience the timeless flavors of the traditional sweet potato pie, featuring a luscious filling made with roasted sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, and a medley of spices. Encased in a flaky, buttery crust, this pie is a true Southern comfort food that will warm your heart and soul.

2. **Healthy Sweet Potato Pie:** For those seeking a healthier alternative, this recipe uses almond flour and coconut oil to create a lighter, more nutritious version of the classic sweet potato pie. With its naturally sweet filling and a touch of maple syrup, this pie offers a guilt-free indulgence that won't compromise on taste.

3. **Sweet Potato Pie with Streusel Topping:** Elevate your sweet potato pie with a delightful streusel topping that adds an extra layer of texture and flavor. Made with a combination of oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter, this streusel topping creates a crispy, crunchy crust that perfectly complements the creamy filling.

4. **Spiced Sweet Potato Pie:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this spiced sweet potato pie, featuring a filling infused with a blend of exotic spices like cardamom, cloves, and star anise. The result is a pie that tantalizes the taste buds with its warm, aromatic flavors, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions.

5. **Mini Sweet Potato Pies:** Create individual-sized sweet potato pies that are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a special treat for your loved ones. With their adorable size and flaky crusts, these mini pies are sure to be a hit among both children and adults.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO PIE



Sweet Potato Pie image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield One 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups canned sweet potatoes or 2 to 3 roasted, peeled and pureed sweet potatoes
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, softened
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch salt
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell, homemade or store-bought

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the sweet potatoes and 1/2 cup of the sugar, as well as the eggs, butter, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Beat until thoroughly blended and smooth. Pour the mixture into the pie shell and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Allow the pie to stand for 15 minutes before baking to allow the sugar to melt.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool before serving.

SWEET POTATO PIE



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This creamy sweet potato pie is subtly spiced and slices beautifully! We suggest baking up a few sweet potato pies around the holidays to give to friends and family. - North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs at room temperature, lightly beaten
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling, Place sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 13-15 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash until very smooth; cool to room temperature. , In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add milk, two cups mashed sweet potatoes, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Pour into crust. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake until set or a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftover.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

WORLD'S BEST SWEET POTATO PIE



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Being from the South, we love our sweet potato pie. While many use many different ingredients to make their sweet potato pie this one stands out for its simplicity and goodness. This recipe was passed down to me from my best friend's mother who would cook the absolutely best sweet potato pies. After asking many times she finally wrote it down for me. Prepare yourself for the world's best sweet potato pie. Enjoy with whipped cream.

Provided by Lewis

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large sweet potatoes
1 cup butter (such as Land O'Lakes®), melted
5 eggs, beaten
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk (such as PET®)
1 cup white sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon lemon juice
3 pie shells, thawed

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 40 to 50 minutes. Drain water, peel sweet potatoes, and mash in a bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix butter and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into mashed sweet potatoes. Mix milk, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, nutmeg, baking powder, and lemon juice into sweet potato mixture; pour into the 3 pie shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue to bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a pie comes out clean, about 40 minutes more. Cool pies for 15 to 30 minutes before refrigerating to cool completely, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 244 mg, Sugar 12.4 g

SWEET POTATO PIE I



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This recipe was shared with me by a special friend in Atlanta, GA. It has long been a favorite, and everyone who tastes it says it is the best they have ever had.

Provided by COUGAAR

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 pound) sweet potato
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
½ cup milk
2 eggs
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

Steps:

  • Boil sweet potato whole in skin for 40 to 50 minutes, or until done. Run cold water over the sweet potato, and remove the skin.
  • Break apart sweet potato in a bowl. Add butter, and mix well with mixer. Stir in sugar, milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until mixture is smooth. Pour filling into an unbaked pie crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 55 to 60 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Pie will puff up like a souffle, and then will sink down as it cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 253.7 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

HEAVENLY SWEET POTATO PIE



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So good, it doesn't need a crust! Add one if you desire. Made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it! It smelled so good thanks to the maple syrup and nutmeg. Add cinnamon if you wish, which I am sure will make it even nummier! Cook time only accounts for baking. You can "bake" the potatoes by nuking them for 10 mins.

Provided by nomnom

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 egg substitute

Steps:

  • Boil sweet potatoes until soft.
  • Mash potatoes in a large-mixing bowl.
  • Combine mashed sweet potatoes with eggs, syrup, vanilla, milk and nutmeg.
  • Mix well.
  • Spray 9-inch pie pan with non-fat cooking spray.
  • Pour mixture into the prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until knife comes out clean.

HEAVENLY SWEET POTATOES



Heavenly Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Vegetable cooking spray
1 cans (40 ounces) cut sweet potatoes in heavy syrup, drained
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup Swanson® Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness™ or Certified Organic)
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray a 1 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Put the potatoes, cinnamon and ginger in an electric mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed until almost smooth. Add the broth and beat until potatoes are fluffy. Spoon the potato mixture in the prepared dish. Top with the marshmallows.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through and marshmallows are golden brown.

HEAVENLY BAKED SWEET POTATOES



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The taste of this recipe is so amazing! Everytime I fix this my family is always commenting on how wonderful it smells and can't wait to eat it! It has the wonderful aroma and taste similar to Pumpkin Pie that you always feel you are getting a special treat, yet this recipe has fruits and nuts which make it a healthier alternative. You can add Mini Marshmallows to the top after uncovering if desired.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 medium apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, apple cider, maple syrup, butter and reserved pineapple juice. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 3/4 cup and syrupy, about 20 minutes. Stir in cinnamon and cloves; set aside and keep warm., Preheat oven to 400°. Layer half of the potatoes, apples and pineapple in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with salt. Pour reduced liquid over top. Cover and bake 40 minutes or just until tender., Sprinkle with pecans. Bake, uncovered, 13-18 minutes longer or until potatoes and apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HARVEST SWEET POTATO PIE



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Years ago, we baked pies a few days before holiday gatherings and placed them in a tall pie safe on our back porch. My father called this sweet potato pie recipe "royal pie," because he thought it was fit for a king. It's a treasured hand-me-down family recipe. -Fae Fisher, Callao, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings (2 pies).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Dough for 2 single-crust pies
4 large eggs
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into two 1/8-in.-thick circles; transfer to two 9-in. pie plates. Trim crusts to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plates; flute edges. Refrigerate 30 minutes., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar, butter, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, vanilla, lemon extract, nutmeg and salt; beat in sweet potatoes. Pour into crusts. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes longer. Cool completely on wire racks. If desired, serve with whipped cream. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET POTATO PIE WITH THREE-NUT TOPPING



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Categories     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Sweet Potato/Yam     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 23

Crust
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup hazelnuts, toasted
1/3 cup almonds, toasted
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
18 ounces sweet potatoes
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup whipping cream
Topping
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup whole almonds, toasted
1/3 cup whole hazelnuts, toasted
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • For Crust: Coarsely grind all nuts in processor. Blend in graham cracker crumbs, sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Add butter and blend in using on/off turns until moist crumbs form. Press crumbs onto bottom and sides of 9-inch deep-dish glass pie dish. Set aside.
  • For Filling: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake sweet potatoes until tender, about 1 hour. Cool potatoes; peel. Puree in processor. Transfer to bowl and whisk in eggs. Cook butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat until melted and brown. Add sugar, honey and pumpkin pie spice and boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Whisk in cream. Add butter mixture to potato puree; blend until smooth.
  • Pour filling into crust. Bake until center moves only slightly when pan is shaken, covering with foil if crust browns too quickly, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, Prepare Topping: Stir first 3 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and boil 1 minute. Mix in nuts, coating completely.
  • Spoon hot nut mixture over pie. Continue baking until topping bubbles, about 5 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool completely.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, use a combination of butter and shortening in the pie dough.
  • Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before peeling them to prevent the skin from sticking.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the sweet potato filling smooth and creamy.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the filling to balance out the sweetness.
  • Top the pie with a lattice crust or a simple sprinkle of sugar before baking.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

With its golden crust, creamy filling, and sweet potato goodness, this Heavenly Sweet Potato Pie is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results. So grab your ingredients and preheat your oven - it's time to make some pie magic!

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