Best 4 Moms Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable journey with Mom's Sweet Potato Pie, a classic dessert that combines the comforting flavors of sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a flaky crust. This Southern-inspired treat holds a special place in many hearts, offering a taste of nostalgia and a reminder of home. The velvety filling, made from slow-cooked sweet potatoes, is enveloped in a tender and flaky crust that shatters with every bite. Each slice reveals a vibrant orange hue, a testament to the natural sweetness of the potatoes. As you savor this timeless classic, you'll appreciate the harmony of flavors and textures that make it a beloved dessert. This article presents a collection of sweet potato pie recipes, each with its unique variations and culinary insights. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a modern twist, you'll find inspiration in these recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S SWEET POTATO PIE



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Here in the South, sweet potato pie is a staple among many despite 100's of variations. This is the recipe that both my mom and grandma have used for years. Even my picky husband marks this as his favorite pie!

Provided by Faith N

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
4 cups peeled chopped sweet potatoes
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
⅓ cup milk
¼ cup margarine
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon extract
⅓ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press the pie pastries into two 9-inch pie dishes.
  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and let cool.
  • Beat potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, margarine, vanilla extract, lemon extract, cloves, and allspice together in a bowl until smooth; pour into the prepared crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pies are set in the middle, 40 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 183.4 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

MOM'S SWEET POTATO BAKE



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Mom loves sweet potatoes and fixed them often in this creamy, comforting baked sweet potato casserole. With its nutty topping, this side dish could almost serve as a dessert. It's a yummy treat! -Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MY MOM'S SWEET POTATO PIE



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Mom's sweet potato pies are a vital part of my family's Thanksgiving. This is a recipe she inherited from her mother. The blender incorporates ingredients so well that this makes a creamy pie beyond belief. Mom prefers her sweet potato pie without any spices at all, but I usually add pinch or two of the spices listed below. Also, in lieu of the glaze, we opt for a creamy refrigerated whipped topping, but I've included glaze directions as an option.

Provided by Fauve

Categories     Pie

Time 50m

Yield 2 pies

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 unbaked pie shells
2 -2 1/2 cups cooked sweet potatoes
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon flour
2 eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup margarine
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 pinch clove (optional)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
1 cup sifted powdered sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Place pie shells in 350°F oven for about 5 minutes, or till just barely brown; set aside.
  • Place remaining pie ingredients in blender container and whirl till well-blended.
  • Pour equally into the 2 pie shells.
  • Place in 350°F oven; bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or till filling is set.
  • (Note: if crust begins to get too brown during cooking, use strips of aluminum foil along the crust ridges to keep from over-browning) While pie is cooking, glaze may be prepared: Place ingredients for glaze into mixing bowl and blend with electric mixer until smooth.
  • Drizzle glaze over pies while they are still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2024.2, Fat 97.5, SaturatedFat 26.3, Cholesterol 248, Sodium 1493.8, Carbohydrate 257.3, Fiber 14.9, Sugar 120.2, Protein 31.1

MY MOMS SWEET POTATO PIE



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MY MOM COULD MAKE THE BEST SWEET POTATO PIES,WE COULDN'T GET ENOUGH

Provided by FANNIE MCCOY @ZAYDEN2

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 - deep dish pie crust
2 - large sweet potatos (cooked)
1/4 cup(s) butter, softened
1 cup(s) sugar
2 - eggs
1/4 teaspoon(s) nutmeg or to taste
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
2 tablespoon(s) all purpose flour
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
2 tablespoon(s) sour cream
1 cup(s) pet milk

Steps:

  • PRE HEAT OVEN TO 375*
  • IN A MEDIUM BOWL BEAT COOKED SWEET POTATOES UNTIL SMOOTH.MIX IN BUTTER AND SUGAR,BEAT IN EGGS ONE AT A TIME,MIX IN NUTMEG,SALT AND MILK, ADD SOUR CREAM, VANILLA EXTRACT AND FLOUR ,MIX WELL.
  • POUR FILLING INTO PIE CRUST. BAKE IN THE CENTER OF THE OVEN FOR 60 TO 65 MIN. OR UNTIL KNIFE INCERTED IN THE CENTER COMES OUT CLEAN. COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE SERVING.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect pie crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. This will create a flaky, tender crust that is not too greasy.
  • Be sure to chill the pie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help prevent the dough from shrinking and cracking.
  • When rolling out the pie dough, use a light touch. Rolling the dough too much will make it tough.
  • To prevent the pie filling from bubbling over, brush the edges of the pie crust with egg white before baking.
  • Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to finish baking.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato pie is a delicious and comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, sweet filling and flaky crust, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow these tips to make the perfect sweet potato pie every time.

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