This Sweet Potato Pie combines the natural sweetness of cooked, mashed sweet potatoes with a buttery glaze for a dessert that’s comforting, rich, and utterly delicious. The smooth and creamy filling is balanced by a flaky pie Crust while the optional glaze adds a glossy finish and a subtle crunch from the walnuts. Whether you make it with or without the glaze, this pie is a must-try for any dessert lover.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Comforting and Sweet: The creamy texture of the sweet potatoes, combined with the subtle notes of vanilla, make for a perfect fall-inspired dessert.
Simple Ingredients: With pantry staples like sugar, flour, and butter, this pie is easy to make without needing to hunt for specialty ingredients.
Optional Glaze: The butter glaze adds an extra layer of sweetness and texture, but the pie is just as delightful without it.
Ingredients:
- Sweet potatoes: 2 cups, cooked and mashed (about 3 medium sweet potatoes)
- Sugar: 1 1/2 cups
- Flour: 2 tablespoons
- Evaporated milk: 1 can (5 ounces), divided
- Egg: 1, lightly beaten
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pie crust: 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
For the Glaze:
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Flour: 2 1/4 teaspoons
- Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted
- Evaporated milk: 2 tablespoons (from the previous can)
- Walnut pieces (optional): 1/4 cup
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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