Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie

Prep time: 20 mins | Bake time: 55 mins | Servings: 8

Nutrition & WW SmartPoints (Per Serving)

 WW SmartPoints: 6 Points

 Protein: 4g

 Net Carbs: 26g

 Fat: 9g

 Calories: 210 kcal

Description

This classic Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie features a rich, velvety filling spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg inside a flaky pie crust. Comforting and naturally sweet, it makes a wonderful holiday dessert or comforting treat aligned with Weight Watchers plans.  

Anti-Inflammatory Highlights

 Sweet Potatoes: Rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C, and dietary fiber that support immune health and reduce cellular inflammation.  

 Cinnamon & Nutmeg: Provide powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that help fight oxidative stress.

 Eggs: Supply high-quality protein and essential micronutrients.

Ingredients

 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust  

 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes  

 ½ cup butter, softened

 ¾ cup granulated sugar (or monk fruit sweetener)

 2 large eggs

 ½ cup milk (or evaporated milk)

 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

 ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

 A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish and flute the edges.  

2. Mix Sweet Potatoes & Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the 2 cups of mashed cooked sweet potatoes and softened butter together until smooth.  

3. Add Sugar & Spices: Blend in the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well incorporated.

4. Incorporate Eggs & Milk: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the filling is completely smooth and silky.

5. Pour into Crust: Pour the sweet potato filling evenly into the prepared unbaked pie crust.  

6. Bake & Cool: Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before slicing and serving!

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