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Sweet Potato Pie

Irresistibly Easy Sweet Potato Pie with Gingersnap Crust

This Sweet Potato Pie with a gingersnap crust is a delightful blend of nostalgia and comfort, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Sweet Potato Puree Use fresh, baked sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of sweet potatoes.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Provides a deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Can be replaced with coconut milk.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg if preferred.
For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Gingersnap Cookie Crumbs Alternative: graham crackers or Oreo cookies.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Melted for mixing.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Pie Dish
  • Rimmed Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a rimmed baking sheet on the lower rack.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine gingersnap cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter and press into a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat together sweet potato puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and room temperature eggs for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add evaporated milk, salt, and pumpkin pie spice to the sweet potato mixture and blend until smooth.
  5. Carefully pour the filling into the prepared gingersnap crust and spread evenly.
  6. Bake the pie for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 40-50 minutes until set.
  7. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before serving with whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a pie shield or foil around the edges to prevent burning. Make sure the sweet potato puree is completely smooth for best results.

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