Creamy Holiday Sweet Potato Bliss Pie
This Creamy Holiday Sweet Potato Bliss Pie is a delightful East Texas treasure that has quickly become a beloved family recipe. With its velvety cream cheese base and the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes, this dessert is the perfect balance of flavors. Enhanced by warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, it's a comforting treat that evokes the spirit of the holidays. Easy to prepare with a pre-made pie crust, this pie will impress your guests and leave them craving more!
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Servings
294
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
baked sweet potato
1 cup (peeled and mashed)
eggs
3 (slightly beaten)
cream cheese
6 ounces (softened (2 packages of 3 ounces each))
brown sugar
1/2 cup
granulated sugar
1/2 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
butter
1/4 cup (melted and cooled)
9-inch deep dish pie crust
1 (unbaked)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Begin by baking sweet potatoes until soft. Once cool enough to handle, peel and either run them through a sieve or mash them thoroughly with a fork until smooth.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, granulated sugar, slightly beaten eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
3
Using an electric mixer, blend the mixture on medium speed until smooth and well incorporated, scraping down the sides as needed.
4
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
5
Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked 9-inch deep dish pie crust, spreading it evenly.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Allow the pie to cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious holiday dessert!
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
43.75g
Carbs
3.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Creamy Holiday Sweet Potato Bliss Pie?
It is a delightful East Texas treasure that features a velvety cream cheese base and the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes, seasoned with warm holiday spices.
How many calories are in a serving of this pie?
There are 294 calories in each serving.
How long should I bake the sweet potato pie?
The pie should be baked for approximately 45 minutes until the center is set.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How much sweet potato is needed for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of peeled and mashed baked sweet potato.
What kind of pie crust should I use?
Use a 9-inch deep dish pie crust that is unbaked.
How much cream cheese is in the filling?
The recipe uses 6 ounces of softened cream cheese, which is typically two 3-ounce packages.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 3 eggs that have been slightly beaten.
What types of sugar are used in the recipe?
The filling uses 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
What spices give the pie its holiday flavor?
The pie is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How much butter is added to the mixture?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of melted and cooled butter.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 12.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 43.75g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this pie provide?
Each serving provides 3.75g of protein.
How should the sweet potatoes be prepared?
Bake the sweet potatoes until soft, peel them once cool, and then mash them thoroughly with a fork or run them through a sieve.
Should the pie be served immediately after baking?
No, you should allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Do I need an electric mixer for this recipe?
Yes, an electric mixer is recommended to blend the mixture on medium speed until smooth and well incorporated.
How much vanilla extract should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How do I know when the pie is finished baking?
The pie is done when the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is included in the ingredient list.
Is this recipe suitable for Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is tagged as a Thanksgiving dessert and a holiday favorite.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 11 total ingredients required for this pie.
Where does this recipe come from?
This is described as an East Texas treasure and a beloved family recipe.
Is the pie crust pre-baked?
No, you pour the mixture into an unbaked deep dish pie crust.
What should the consistency of the sweet potatoes be?
The sweet potatoes should be mashed until smooth and free of large lumps.
Can I use regular cream cheese?
Yes, as long as it is softened to ensure a smooth blend with the other ingredients.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as an easy pie recipe and utilizes a pre-made crust for convenience.
How do I ensure the filling is well-mixed?
Use an electric mixer on medium speed and remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
What is the texture of the finished pie?
The pie has a velvety and creamy texture thanks to the cream cheese and smooth sweet potato mash.
Does the recipe use both brown and white sugar?
Yes, it uses equal parts (1/2 cup each) of brown sugar and granulated sugar.