Sweet Potato Pie Bars
A delightful twist on a classic dessert, these sweet potato pie bars feature a rich, silky filling spiced with warm flavors and are cradled in a flaky crust, perfect for holiday gatherings or weekend indulgences.
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes Use fresh or canned; ensure fresh are well-cooked.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with full-fat coconut milk.
- 3 large eggs Ensure at room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust
- 1 pre-made buttery pie crust (approximately 9 inches/23 cm)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Whisk or mix until well blended and smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour the sweet potato filling into the pre-made buttery pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the surface is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Delicious on their own or topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or chopped nuts. For varied flavors, consider adding chopped nuts to the filling or drizzling melted dark chocolate on top.