Description
Sweet Potato Pie Bars are a delectable twist on the classic pie, capturing the warm flavors of sweet potato in a convenient form.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups melted butter
- 0.25 cups brown sugar (for crust)
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 0.5 cups brown sugar (for filling)
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cups evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp salt
- Whipped cream or marshmallow fluff (optional topping)
- Chopped pecans (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes until slightly golden.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the sweet potato filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes, until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Let the bars cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallow fluff, or chopped pecans if desired.
Notes
For a unique twist, consider adding extra spices or trying different toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato, Dessert, Bars, Pie, Comfort Food, Baking