Description
Sweet potato pie bars are the perfect blend of creamy, spiced filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. This delightful dessert is easy to make and ideal for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy nights in. With a rich flavor profile that balances sweetness with warmth, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender, about 15 minutes; drain well.
- In a bowl, mash sweet potatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Pour the sweet potato filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set in the middle and lightly browned around the edges.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add a splash of maple syrup or substitute almond flour for a gluten-free option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for three months.