Description
Sweet potato pie bars are a scrumptious and nutritious twist on the traditional dessert, perfect for any occasion. These bars feature a velvety filling made from fresh sweet potatoes, spiced delicately with cinnamon and nutmeg, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. With an easy preparation time of under an hour, these delightful treats can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making them a versatile dessert that everyone will love. The nutrient-rich sweet potatoes provide vitamins A and C, ensuring that you indulge in a dessert that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also nourishes your body. Customize the flavors to suit your taste by adding nuts or adjusting spices for an even more personalized touch.
Ingredients
- 2–3 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 pre-made graham cracker or shortbread crust
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and chop sweet potatoes into small cubes, then boil until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and mix until smooth.
- Place the pre-made crust in a greased baking dish or prepare a homemade crust by combining crushed graham crackers with melted butter.
- Spread the sweet potato filling evenly over the crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set; edges should pull slightly away from the pan.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg