Down South Potato Pie

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Down South Potato Pie is a rich, sweet dessert featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes blended with warm spices and a luscious custard. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday dinners, its comforting flavors and smooth texture make it a timeless Southern classic that pleases both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 small cans Milnot
  • 2/3 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Combine the cooked mashed sweet potatoes and butter, mixing until well blended.
  2. Add the sugar, flour, salt, nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon, and ground cloves; mix thoroughly.
  3. Blend in the beaten eggs and milk until smooth.
  4. Pour the mixture into prepared crusts.
  5. Bake in a 350°F oven for 1 hour or until set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

985 kcal 49% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.4g 25% DV
Total Fat 53.9g 69% DV
Carbs 122.7g 45% DV
Fiber 18g 64% DV
Sugar 19.4g 39% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10220.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 1102mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 142.3mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 66mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 20.3mg 23% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 448.8mg 35% DV
Iron 7.8mg 44% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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