This simple sweet potato pie with condensed milk recipe has the perfect smooth texture and rich flavor. You are going to love how easy it is to put together and it will be the star of your dessert table at Thanksgiving or any time a pie craving strikes.
Cook the 1 pound sweet potatoes via your favorite method (the microwave, Instant Pot, boiling or baking all work well.) Peel the potatoes when cool enough to handle.
Preheat the oven to 350℉.
Fit the pie crust pastry into a 9-inch pie pan and refrigerate until ready to use.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with the ½ cup butter.
Add the 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 2 teaspoons orange zest, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg and ¼ teaspoon salt. Beat until well blended and smooth.
Stir in the 2 large eggs.
Pour the sweet potato filling into the prepared pie shell.
Bake on the bottom rack of the oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool and then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Notes
A 16 or 17 ounce can of sweet potatoes can be substituted for fresh. Just drain them well and melt the butter before adding it to the sweet potatoes.For more spice, try adding a dash or two of ground ginger.After your pie has cooled, loosely cover it and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep leftovers in the fridge as well. You can freeze the pie for longer storage.