Rich, creamy, and packed with warm spices, Sweet Potato Pie Delight is the dessert you didn’t know you needed this holiday season! This southern staple takes the best of sweet potato pie—a velvety filling and buttery crust—and elevates it with a hint of indulgent flair. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Sunday dinners, or any time you’re craving a slice of cozy comfort, this pie is bound to be the star of your table.
1.What Is Sweet Potato Pie Delight?
Sweet Potato Pie Delight is a twist on the traditional sweet potato pie. While the classic dessert is made with a simple sweet potato filling and flaky pie crust, this “delight” version layers creamy spiced sweet potato filling with a rich whipped topping and crunchy pecans for added texture.
2.Sweet Potato Pie Delight Ingredients
These are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make this indulgent dessert:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3 medium sweet potatoes)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted for extra flavor)
3.How to Make Sweet Potato Pie Delight
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below—but here are a few tricks to make your Sweet Potato Pie Delight unforgettable:
- Roast, don’t boil, the sweet potatoes: Roasting intensifies their natural sweetness and keeps the texture creamy.
- Chill the crust before baking: This prevents it from crumbling when you add the filling.
- Whip the cream to soft peaks: This ensures a light, fluffy topping that complements the dense filling.
4.Storage Tips
Refrigerator: Store your Sweet Potato Pie Delight covered in the fridge for up to four days. The whipped cream may need a quick re-whip if stored for longer.
Freezer: You can freeze the pie (without the whipped topping) for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then add the topping before serving.
5.Sweet Potato Pie Delight Recipe
Directions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
Step 2: For the filling, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth. In a large bowl, whisk together sweet potatoes, sugars, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla, spices, and salt until fully combined.
Step 3: Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula, and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Allow the pie to cool to room temperature.
Step 4: While the pie cools, prepare the whipped topping. In a cold mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Step 5: Once the pie has cooled, spread or pipe the whipped cream on top. Garnish with toasted pecans for added crunch and flavor.
Pro Tip: Drizzle a bit of maple syrup or caramel over the whipped topping for a decadent finish.