Description
A creamy and spiced Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallows, perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This classic holiday dessert features a silky sweet potato filling infused with warm spices, topped with toasted marshmallows for an indulgent finish. A must-try treat for your festive celebrations!
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 1 frozen store-bought or homemade 9-inch pie crust
- 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes (about 2 cups)
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
- ¼ cup evaporated milk (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Topping:
- Mini marshmallows (enough to cover the pie)
- (Optional) ¼ cup chopped pecans for added crunch
Instructions
Instructions
1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet and poke them with a fork.
- Roast for 50-60 minutes until tender. Let cool, then peel and purée in a food processor until smooth.
2. Reduce Oven Temperature
- Lower the oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Prepare the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, blend sweet potato purée and butter until smooth.
- Add both sugars and mix well.
- Beat in eggs until fully incorporated.
- Stir in evaporated milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
4. Assemble the Pie
- Place the pie crust on a baking sheet.
- Pour the filling into the crust and smooth the top.
5. Bake the Pie
- Bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes, until the filling is set and the crust is golden.
- The center should slightly jiggle but will firm up as it cools.
6. Cool the Pie
- Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before adding the topping.
7. Add the Marshmallow Topping
- Preheat the broiler on high.
- Cover the pie with mini marshmallows in a single layer.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown (watch closely to prevent burning).
8. Serve
- Let cool to room temperature (1-2 hours), then refrigerate for 1-2 more hours for a firmer texture.
- Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American