1-First, preheat your oven to 400º F and prepare the sweet potatoes. Scrub 3 medium sweet potatoes, prick them with a fork, and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until tender. Once cooled, peel and place them in a large bowl, then reduce the oven temperature to 350º F. This step ensures a creamy base full of natural sweetness.

2-Next, mash the sweet potatoes with 1/2 cup softened butter until smooth. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and mix well, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/2 cup milk, and 2 large eggs until everything combines thoroughly. Pour this mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust for a simple, no-fuss assembly. There’s no need to pre-bake the crust, as store-bought ones work great here.

3-Bake the pie at 350º F for about 60 minutes until the center is set and no longer jiggles. Let it cool on a wire rack before serving with optional toppings like whipped cream or toasted marshmallow fluff. If you want to brown the marshmallow topping, use a kitchen torch after cooling for that extra touch.