Mini Sweet Potato Pies 🍠🥧
These adorable mini pies are packed with warm spices and creamy sweet potato filling, all nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy desserts!
Ingredients
For the Crust (Makes ~12 mini pies)
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1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed
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½ tsp salt
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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3–4 tbsp ice-cold water
For the Sweet Potato Filling
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1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium, baked or boiled)
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¼ cup brown sugar (or maple syrup)
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¼ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp nutmeg
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¼ tsp ginger
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⅛ tsp cloves
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Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
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Whipped cream
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Pecan pieces
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Marshmallow fluff (for a sweet finish!)
Instructions
1. Make the Crust
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Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
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Cut in butter: Use a pastry cutter or fork to blend cold butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add water: Sprinkle in ice water 1 tbsp at a time until dough just comes together.
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Chill: Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
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Cook sweet potato: Bake (400°F for 45-60 mins) or boil until tender, then mash.
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Mix filling: In a bowl, whisk mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, cream, egg, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
3. Assemble & Bake
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Roll dough: On a floured surface, roll to ⅛-inch thickness.
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Cut circles: Use a 3.5–4 inch round cutter (or a glass) to fit into a greased muffin tin.
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Fill: Spoon filling into each crust (¾ full).
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Bake: At 375°F for 20–25 mins until crust is golden and filling is set.
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Cool: Let rest 10 mins before removing from the pan.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
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Top with whipped cream, pecans, or a drizzle of caramel.
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Best served warm!
Tips for Success
🔸 No muffin tin? Use small ramekins for free-form pies.
🔸 Make ahead: Dough can chill overnight; filling keeps for 2 days.
🔸 Gluten-free? Swap flour for a 1:1 GF blend.
These mini pies are irresistibly spiced, creamy, and perfectly portable—great for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or just because! 😋
Would you like a lighter version (less sugar, vegan options)? Let me know! 🎃
