Description
Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie is a delightful twist on a classic dessert that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a hint of bourbon, creating a warm and comforting treat. With its velvety filling and flaky crust, this pie is perfect for holiday gatherings or any day you crave something special. Its rich flavors and stunning golden hue will impress your guests and make every bite feel like a cozy hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and chop the sweet potatoes, then boil in water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, bourbon, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
- Prepare your pie crust in a pie dish. Pour the sweet potato filling into the crust, smoothing it out evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set; it should jiggle slightly but hold its shape when gently shaken.
- Allow cooling for at least an hour before slicing and serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For an extra creamy filling, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. You can substitute bourbon with rum for a different flavor profile or add chopped pecans for added texture.