Sweet potato pie is a staple dessert during the holiday season, and this particular recipe brings a delightful twist to the classic. The addition of finely chopped pecans not only enhances the flavor in the filling but also adds a rich crunch on top. Topped with a cinnamon-sugar mixture, this pie offers a unique sweetness that melts into the filling as it bakes. Whether you’re preparing for a festive gathering or simply craving a comforting homemade pie, this recipe is sure to stand out on your dessert table.
Ingredients for Sweet Potato Pie
- 2 cups (480 g) sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked, and mashed
- 2 large eggs, slightly beaten (about 120 g)
- 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar, firmly packed
- 2 tsp (10 ml) pumpkin pie spice
- 1 can (12 oz or 355 ml) evaporated milk
- 1 cup (120 g) pecans, finely chopped
- 2 9-inch (23 cm) pie crusts
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) cinnamon
- 1 cup (120 g) pecans, roughly chopped
Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
How to Make Sweet Potato Pie
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, blend together the cooled mashed sweet potatoes and slightly beaten eggs until smooth.
- Beat in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice until fully combined.
- Add the evaporated milk to the mixture and beat until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Pour the mixture into 2 pre-prepared 9-inch (23 cm) pie crusts. Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Once the pies are baked, sprinkle the rough-chopped pecans along with the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of the pies. Return the pies to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
This Sweet Potato Pie with Pecans is a delicious twist on a classic holiday favorite. The crunchy pecans, warm spices, and creamy filling make this pie irresistible to anyone who tries it. With the added layer of cinnamon-sugar that melts into the top, it’s a dessert that looks as good as it tastes. Whether it’s served at a holiday meal or as an everyday treat, this pie will definitely become a family favorite. It’s the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and texture that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
