Description
Luscious purple sweet potato pie brings Southern comfort to dessert tables with its silky smooth lavender-hued filling. Rich, creamy custard nestled in a flaky crust promises a delightful journey through homestyle baking you’ll savor down to the last heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) mashed purple sweet potatoes
- 2 large eggs
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
Flavor Enhancers and Liquids:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Blend mashed purple sweet potatoes with sugars, evaporated milk, vanilla, eggs, and cinnamon until achieving a silky, uniform consistency in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer the vibrant lavender-hued filling into the prepared pie crust, ensuring an even surface with a gentle smoothing motion.
- Position the pie in a preheated 350F oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, monitoring until the center sets firmly and a toothpick emerges clean when inserted.
- Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, enabling the filling to stabilize and develop a rich, creamy texture before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Opt for vibrant, deep purple sweet potatoes to ensure a stunning color and rich, sweet flavor profile.
- Gently whisk ingredients to prevent overmixing, which can create a dense, tough pie texture.
- Customize the spice blend by adding nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth and complexity.
- Consider using a graham cracker or gluten-free crust to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 283 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg