Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Balsamic Whipped Cream

Name: Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Balsamic Whipped Cream
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped; 1 cup granulated sugar; ½ cup melted unsalted butter; 2 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ½ tsp cinnamon; ¼ tsp nutmeg; ¼ tsp salt; 1 cup whole milk; 1 unbaked 9” pie crust; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tbsp Maple Balsamic Vinegar; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp brown sugar; Drizzle of Walnut Oil; Sprinkle of brown sugar or crushed pecans

September 30, 2023

A baked sweet potato pie in a flaky crust, topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a dusting of spices, and a small green garnish, set against a blurred background with cinnamon sticks.

Sweet potato pie is already pretty wonderful. Add a cloud of maple balsamic whipped cream, though, and suddenly everyone wants to know what you put in it.

This sweet potato pie recipe has a creamy filling with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla tucked into a flaky crust. The finishing touch is homemade whipped cream flavored with maple syrup and Vermont Maple Dark Balsamic Vinegar. It’s sweet, gently tangy, and just different enough to make a familiar dessert feel special.

Why Maple Balsamic Belongs on Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potatoes and maple are a natural pair. The balsamic brings a little tang to the whipped cream, balancing the rich pie without covering up its warm spices. It’s a small addition that makes every bite more interesting.

For this recipe, use our Vermont Maple Dark Balsamic Vinegar. Whipped with cream, maple syrup, and a touch of brown sugar, it makes a topping you may find yourself sneaking straight from the bowl.

A Dessert Made for Sharing

Bring this pie to Thanksgiving, serve it after a cozy fall dinner, or make it whenever sweet potatoes are calling your name. Let the pie cool completely before adding the whipped cream so the topping stays light and fluffy. Finish with crushed pecans for crunch or a light drizzle of Roasted Walnut Oil for a nutty touch.

Ready to make it? The full sweet potato pie recipe is below. Be sure to leave room for the whipped cream—that’s where the maple balsamic magic happens.

Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Balsamic Whipped Cream

The Little Shop of Olive Oils

Servings

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

50 minutes

Calories

588

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup melted unsalted butter
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
1 cup whole milk
1 unbaked 9” pie crust
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp Maple Balsamic Vinegar
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp brown sugar
Drizzle of Walnut Oil
Sprinkle of brown sugar or crushed pecans

Directions

Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
Boil sweet potato chunks until tender (20–30 minutes). Drain and cool.
Mash sweet potatoes, then add sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
Pour mixture into the unbaked crust and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a chilled bowl, beat the cream to soft peaks. Add maple syrup, maple balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Spread or pipe whipped cream over the cooled pie. Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of brown sugar or pecans.