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Sweet Potato Pie

October 7, 2018 by Melissa 23 Comments

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The perfect alternative to pumpkin, this streusel topped Sweet Potato Pie is impossible to resist #sweetpotatopie #sweetpotatoes #pies #pierecipes #fallbaking #thanksgivingrecipes #sweetpotato #holidayrecipes #southernfood #southernrecipes desserts #dessertfoodrecipesThe perfect alternative to pumpkin, this streusel topped Sweet Potato Pie is impossible to resist #sweetpotatopie #sweetpotatoes #pies #pierecipes #fallbaking #thanksgivingrecipes #sweetpotato #holidayrecipes #southernfood #southernrecipes desserts #dessertfoodrecipes

This crumb topped Sweet Potato Pie never disappoints. The pecan-crunch streusel is really what sets this particular sweet potato pie apart, adding a decadent praline layer with a crunchy crumb topping. Serve a big slice with a generous dollop of fresh whipped cream for a bonefide treat.

A Southern Classic Sweet Potato Pie

A Southern Classic

Sweet potato pie is especially beloved in the South and has adorned Southern dessert tables for decades. While it’s not only limited to the holidays, it does provide a tasty option for those who may prefer an alternative to pumpkin pie. Often we think of  sweet potatoes as synonymous with Fall. They’re certainly available year-round but, at their peak in flavor from October through December. Sweet potatoes come in a rainbow of colors red, white, purple and the most common color, orange. They’re good for you and an excellent source of many essential vitamins that our bodies need. While I don’t claim sweet potato pie is health food it does take the edge off the dessert guilt a little, doesn’t it? Any excuse will do.

A Southern Classic Sweet Potato Pie

See How To Make Sweet Potato Puree at Home

If you’d like to make your own sweet potato puree, it’s very simple to do.

  • Bake sweet potatoes with the skin intact in a 375°F oven for around an hour or until tender.
  • Allow them to cool a bit, then using a tablespoon you can easily scoop out the flesh.
  • Puree the flesh  in a stand blender or using a hand mixer.
  • This step could even be done in advance to save time.
  • Pumpkin pie spice brings the seasonal flavor to this sweet potato pie and turns it into an irresistible Autumn spiced delight.
  • You may also enjoy this recipe for Sweet Potato Souffle featured on Parade.

A Southern Classic Sweet Potato Pie

 

A Southern Classic Sweet Potato Pie

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A Southern Classic Sweet Potato Pie
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Sweet Potato Pie

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time1 hr 20 mins
Chill time2 hrs
Total Time1 hr 40 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: southern-sweet-potato-pie
Servings: 8 pieces
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch refrigerated pie crust or frozen deep dish
  • 2 cups pureed sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Topping:
  • 1/3 cup crushed vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 Tbsp cold butter cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup English toffee bits (Bits-o-Brickle)
  • 2 cups fresh whipped cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spritz a 9-inch deep dish pie pan with cooking spray. Press the pie crust firmly into the pie pan. Prick the bottom of the pie crust with a fork. Place onto a baking sheet and into the oven to bake for 7 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sweet potato puree, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla and salt . Mix until fully combined.
  • Pour custard into crust. Place into the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, mix together vanilla wafer crumbs, granulated sugar and cinnamon. Cut butter into the mixture using a pastry blender or two forks until it resembles coarse crumbs. Mix-in the chopped pecans and English toffee bits by hand.
  • After baking for 30 minutes, sprinkle the pecan-crunch streusel over the top of the custard. Continue to bake for an additional 30 minutes until the custard is set when gently shaken and the pecan-crunch streusel is golden. Cover the edge of the crust with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning, if needed.
  • Cool the pie to room temperature then chill completely before cutting. Overnight is ideal. Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream, if desired.
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Comments

  1. Brandy says

    November 25, 2020 at 5:04 pm

    Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 25, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      The cream is an important ingredient for this pie. You could substitute half and half but, otherwise, go for the cream.

      Reply
  2. Amy says

    November 25, 2020 at 10:45 am

    Can I peel the potatoes and boil them before pureeing them or is baking and removing the skin after the best way?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 25, 2020 at 10:50 am

      You can, but, baking is the absolute easiest way to do it. I baked some yesterday, let them sit for a bit and peeled them in minutes.

      Reply
  3. Leslie & Charlie says

    November 11, 2020 at 9:38 pm

    5 stars
    We just sampled it after following your great recipe. It’s a Keeper! Thank you.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 12, 2020 at 10:07 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  4. Shana says

    October 28, 2020 at 10:32 am

    Hello, can I just cook the pie without the topping?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      October 28, 2020 at 11:27 am

      If you like, yes.

      Reply
  5. Susan says

    November 2, 2019 at 9:56 am

    Hello, i used pure vanilla extract and it turned the poatoe like how pumpkin pie looks like. I was wondering if when baked,will it get back the orange color as before. I haven’t baked it as yet to find out. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 2, 2019 at 12:29 pm

      You can add a few drops of orange food coloring if you want to change the color. The vanilla isn’t enough to effect the color very dramatically.

      Reply
  6. Claudia Richardson says

    January 3, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    5 stars
    OH MY!! I made this pie today and doubled it to make 2. It’s sooo delicious!
    I took a picture to post as well :0) but I don’t see that option.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      January 3, 2019 at 7:08 pm

      Wonderful, I’m delighted you enjoyed! Post a picture on Facebook, if you like.

      Reply
  7. Jessi says

    November 25, 2018 at 9:42 pm

    5 stars
    Just found your recipe. My brother likes sweet potato pie, so I made this for tonight’s family dinner. He absolutely loved it. My cousin don’t eat sweets snacked on it and said she could stop eating it. Thank you. It made a great end to our night.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 26, 2018 at 7:38 am

      That’s awesome, thanks so much!

      Reply
  8. Catherine says

    November 22, 2018 at 9:51 am

    5 stars
    I love this recipe. I forgot the nilla wafers so I improvised with ritz crackers and the sweet/salty crumble was perfect! We ate this pie for 3 days breakfast lunch and dinner.
    Delicious – definitely a keeper.
    Happy Holidays.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      November 22, 2018 at 12:31 pm

      I love that substitute, I’m thrilled you loved this pie as much as we do!

      Reply
  9. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    October 9, 2018 at 3:41 am

    5 stars
    I definitely need to give this a try!

    Reply
  10. Ioana Cismaru says

    October 8, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    5 stars
    I love a good sweet potato pie, looks delicious!

    Reply
  11. Jennifer Farley says

    October 8, 2018 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    That topping is fabulous!

    Reply
  12. Cathy Pollak says

    October 8, 2018 at 7:31 pm

    5 stars
    It’s not the holidays without sweet potato pie.

    Reply
  13. Joanne says

    October 8, 2018 at 7:21 pm

    5 stars
    This has the perfect amount of filling to topping. Love it!

    Reply
  14. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    October 8, 2018 at 11:34 am

    5 stars
    If anyone knows how to bake the best sweet potato pie, it’s YOU!

    Reply
  15. Aysegul says

    October 8, 2018 at 9:19 am

    5 stars
    It’s the sweet potato time of the year. I’ill try this week 🙂

    Reply

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