Best 5 Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

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Sweet potato pie, a Southern classic, is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a creamy, spiced filling. Often served during holiday gatherings, this comforting pie features a flaky crust that perfectly complements the velvety smooth interior. The aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger wafting from the oven creates an irresistible allure that draws everyone to the table. This article presents a collection of traditional and modern sweet potato pie recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. From classic recipes using butter and cream to vegan and gluten-free variations, there's a perfect recipe for every baker and sweet potato enthusiast.

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

OLD-FASHIONED SWEET POTATO PIE



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This is a down home fresh sweet potato pie. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as my family.

Provided by Lisa H.

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the sweet potatoes, eggs, evaporated milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt. Pour into the pie crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Top with whipped topping or serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 78.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 400.2 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

OLD FASHIONED SWEET POTATO PIE



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Aint Bs

Categories     Pie

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups peeled cooked sweet potatoes
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 -2 tablespoon Bourbon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup milk
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells
3 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • For the filling, using an electric hand mixer, combine the potatoes, 1 cup of the sugar, the butter, eggs, vanilla, salt, and spices. Mix thoroughly.
  • Add the milk and continue to mix.
  • Pour the filling into the pie crust and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Place the pie on a rack and cool to room temperature before covering with meringue.
  • For the meringue, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form;.
  • Beat in the remaining 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Continue beating until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is glossy and stiff, but not dry.
  • With a rubber spatula, spoon the meringue onto the pie, forming peaks. Make sure the meringue touches the crust all around. Sprinkle with a pinch of granulated sugar. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until delicately browned. Cool and serve.

OLD FASHIONED SWEET POTATO PIE



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This is my first experience with sweet potato pie. Let me just say...OHHHHH MY! So good, my Father in Law says it's the best he's ever had! This pie has a meringue, but don't let that scare you it is super easy. I made it both ways, with the vanilla and the bourbon both were great! Courtesy of Paula Deen.

Provided by PeytonandKaylansMama

Categories     Pie

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked peeled sweet potatoes
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 -2 tablespoon Bourbon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup milk
1 (9 inch) pie crusts
3 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Filling:.
  • Using an electric mixer combine potatoes, 1 cup of sugar, butter, eggs vanilla,salt and spices. Mix thoroughly. Add milk, and continue to mix. Pour into pie crust and bake 35-45 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Place pie on rack to cool to room temperature before covering with meringue.
  • Meringue:.
  • Using an electric mixer beat egg whites until soft peaks form; beat in remaining 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon at a time. Continue beating until sugar dissolves and mixture is glossy and stiff, but not dry. With rubber spatula spoon meringue onto cooled pie, forming peaks. Make sure meringue touches crust all around (to avoid weeping). Sprinkle with a pinch of granulated sugar. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until delicately browned.

OLD FASHIONED SWEET POTATO PIE (MADE EASY)



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie (Made Easy) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 pies, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (9 inch) frozen pie crusts
1 (29 ounce) can sweet potatoes in light syrup (Princella)
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (Borden)
2 eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (or 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon cloves)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
Cool Whip
ground cinnamon, sprinkled

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 375 degrees F.
  • ADD sweet potatoes (including syrup) to a food processor with remaining FILLING ingredients.
  • PROCESS the FILLING mixture until smooth.
  • POUR mixture into two 9-inch frozen pie shells.
  • BAKE 55-65 minutes (centers will still move slightly).
  • PLACE pies on wire racks to cool.
  • WHIP heavy whipping cream into a medium bowl with electric beater until it thickens; add remaining TOPPING ingredients gradually and continue whipping until peaks form.
  • SPREAD whipped cream TOPPING over cooled pies.
  • DUST each pie with ground cinnamon if desired as a GARNISH for either TOPPING.
  • SLICE, serve and enjoy!

OLD FASHIONED SWEET POTATO PIE



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As most know I love Sweet Potatoes and can't remember not having them around. Sweet Potato Pies are cooked several different ways with several different ingredients. However, I am posting a favorite. This makes 2 pies...ENJOY

Provided by Jewel Hall

Categories     Pies

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 c mashed sweet potatoes. bake and cool before mashing.
1/2 c butter
1 1/4 c sugar
1 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground cloves
2 large eggs
2 can(s) evaporated milk (12 oz)
2/3 c whole milk
2 9 " pie crust

Steps:

  • 1. Combine sweet potatoes and butter, mix well. Add sugar, flour and spices, mix well again. Blend in eggs and milks, mix well again. Pour evenly into two 9" pie shells. Bake at 425 degrees F. Oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and cook for 1 hour.
  • 2. NOTE: I FIND IT HELPS TO FILL THE PIE SHELLS AFTER THEY ARE ON OVEN RACK WITH A LADLE, DIPPER ETC. IT HELPS PREVENT SPILLING.

Tips:

  • To ensure a perfectly smooth filling, blend the cooked sweet potatoes until completely pureed.
  • Use high-quality spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to enhance the flavor of the pie.
  • Gradually incorporate the eggs into the sweet potato mixture to prevent curdling.
  • Bake the pie in a preheated oven to achieve an evenly cooked crust and filling.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

This delectable Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe is a timeless classic that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a medley of warm spices. Whether you're looking for a comforting dessert for a special occasion or a cozy treat to warm up your heart, this pie is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its perfectly balanced flavors, creamy texture, and flaky crust, this recipe will undoubtedly become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the kitchens of our ancestors. The result will be a pie that embodies the essence of tradition, nostalgia, and pure culinary bliss. Happy baking!

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