Description
Enjoy these Sweet Potato Pie Bars with a buttery crust and creamy, spiced sweet potato filling. Topped with crunchy nuts and served with whipped cream, they make a delightful dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Cream them together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Prick the crust with a fork to prevent puffing while baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool slightly.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain and mash the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add brown sugar, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the sweet potato pie bars cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes.
- If using, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the top while warm.
Notes
- Ensure the sweet potatoes are well-mashed for a smooth filling.
- You can adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- These bars can be served warm or chilled, and they pair wonderfully with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes