Ingredients and Weight:
- Sweet potatoes (peeled and boiled): 3 pounds
- White sugar: 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup
- Butter (softened): 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Evaporated milk: 12 ounces
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 tablespoon
- Pie crust (pre-made): 1 (9-inch)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Add the white sugar, brown sugar, butter, eggs, evaporated milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until combined.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of pie):
- Calories: 450
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated fat: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Sugar: 30 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Classic American dessert
- Sweet and savory flavors
- Rich and creamy texture
- Perfect for special occasions or everyday enjoyment
User Comments:
- "This recipe is easy to follow and the sweet potato pie turned out perfectly. It was a hit at my family gathering!"
- "I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this pie. The spices give it a warm and comforting taste."
- "I substituted maple syrup for the sugar and it added an extra layer of sweetness and complexity. Highly recommend!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a pie crust pre-made, you can make your own using a basic recipe.
- Be sure to cook the sweet potatoes until they are soft enough to mash easily.
- If the filling is too thick, add a little more evaporated milk or heavy cream.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving to allow the filling to set properly.