Sweet Potato Pie Just Like Grandma Made
This classic sweet potato pie is smooth, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and baked in a flaky crust. It’s an old-fashioned dessert that feels both cozy and timeless, perfect for holidays or everyday family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes about 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and set a pie crust in a 9-inch dish.
- In a large bowl, mash sweet potatoes with granulated and brown sugar until smooth.
- Whisk in milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until silky.
- Pour filling into the crust, smooth the top, and bake 55–60 minutes, until set and a knife near the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.