A freshly baked homemade canned sweet potato pie with a golden crust and rich orange filling, placed on a white kitchen counter.

Easy Canned Sweet Potato Pie

This Canned Sweet Potato Pie recipe delivers all the rich, spiced flavors of a homemade classic—without the extra work! Using canned sweet potatoes saves time while still giving you that velvety texture and cozy, comforting taste that’s perfect for any occasion.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Southern

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 55

Cooling time: 2

Total Time: 3 10

Servings: Slices

Calories: 280kcal

Cost: $10

Equipment

1 9-inch pie pan Deep-dish recommended for best results
1 Mixing bowl Large, for combining ingredients
1 Hand mixer or whisk Helps achieve a smooth consistency
1 Spatula For scraping down sides and smoothing pie
1 Wire rack Ensures even cooling

Ingredients

1 ½ cups Canned sweet potatoes Drained and mashed
¾ cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste
2 large Eggs Room temperature for better mixing
4 tablespoon Unsalted butter Melted
½ cup Evaporated milk For a creamy texture
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances sweetness
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth
½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Provides depth
¼ teaspoon Ground ginger Optional for extra spice
¼ teaspoon Salt Balances the flavors
1 9- inch Pie crust Unbaked store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F
Drain canned sweet potatoes
Mash sweet potatoes until smooth
Mix all ingredients in a bowl
Pour filling into pie crust
Bake for 55-60 minutes
Cool for 2 hours on a wire rack
Serve with whipped cream

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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