Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 1 prepared pie crust
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
For the Sweet Potato Layer
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
Optional Ingredients:
- Whipped cream
- Candied pecans
- Caramel drizzle
- Cinnamon sugar
- Maple glaze
Recommended Kitchenware:
- Pie dish
- Stand mixer
- Food processors
- Mixing bowls
- Silicone spatula
- Premium cookware sets
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Place the prepared pie crust into a pie dish and brush lightly with melted butter.
Prebake the crust for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
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In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
Mix until completely smooth and creamy.
The sweet potato filling becomes rich, silky, and packed with warm Southern-style flavor.
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In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream.
Mix until fully combined and creamy.
The cream layer adds luxurious cheesecake-style texture that balances perfectly with the sweet potato filling.
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Pour half of the sweet potato filling into the prebaked crust.
Carefully spread the cream layer over the sweet potato layer.
Top with the remaining sweet potato filling.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center is mostly set with a slight jiggle.
Allow the pie to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
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Garnish with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, candied pecans, or cinnamon sugar if desired.
Serve chilled or slightly warmed depending on preference.
The layered textures become even richer after chilling overnight.
Serve directly from elegant pie dishes or rustic kitchenware for bakery-style presentation.
Notes
- Fresh sweet potatoes create the best texture and flavor.
- Room temperature cream cheese creates smoother filling.
- Do not overbake or the pie may crack.
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- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Many home kitchen tips recommend chilling the pie overnight for cleaner slices and richer flavor.