Description
These Sweet Potato Pie Bars bring the comforting flavors of classic sweet potato pie into a convenient and shareable bar form. With a spiced filling and buttery crust, they are perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any festive occasion. Easy to make and even easier to serve!
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (roasted or boiled and peeled)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 pre-baked pie crust (homemade or store-bought, pressed into a rectangular baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and evaporated milk. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating them. Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Assemble: Pour the sweet potato mixture over the pre-baked pie crust in your baking dish. Spread evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool and Slice: Let the pie cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, slice into bars for easy serving.
Notes
- Nuts: Add chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking for a crunchy texture.
- Spiced Rum: For a deeper flavor, add a tablespoon of spiced rum to the filling.
- Crustless Version: For a gluten-free option, omit the crust and bake the filling directly in the dish.
- Vegan Version: Substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use a flax egg for the eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
