Easy Sweet Potato Pie With Graham Cracker Crust
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it's time to start thinking about the menu! If you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert to serve your family and friends, look no further than this sweet potato pie with graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, using a flat-bottomed measuring cup to help press the mixture evenly.
4. In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, melted butter, eggs, evaporated milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
5. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared crust.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.
Variations
If you want to mix things up a bit, there are plenty of ways to customize this sweet potato pie recipe:
- Swap out the graham cracker crust for a traditional pie crust or a pecan crust.
- Add a crumb topping by mixing together 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup softened butter, then sprinkling it over the top of the pie before baking.
- Top the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Try adding some chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling for some extra crunch.
Conclusion
This sweet potato pie with graham cracker crust is a delicious and easy dessert that's perfect for the holiday season. Whether you're serving it up for Thanksgiving or just want to enjoy a slice of pie on a cozy autumn evening, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
