Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 F.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato puree and the softened butter with a hand mixer.

Step 3

Next, add in the sugar, eggs, and milk, and blend everything together with the hand mixer.

Step 4

Add the cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and ginger, and mix to combine.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the crust and transfer it to the oven.

Step 6

Bake the pie for 65 to 75 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. The top of the pie will start to crack and the edges will become golden brown.

Step 7

Let the pie cool down for at least 60 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Top the pie with whipped cream, ice cream, and pecans if desired.