Here’s a delicious and easy Sweet Potato Pie Bars recipe — like sweet potato pie, but in a portable, shareable form!
🥧 Sweet Potato Pie Bars Recipe
📋 Ingredients
For the crust:
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed gingersnaps for extra spice)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 tsp salt
For the sweet potato filling:
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2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
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3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup evaporated milk (or heavy cream)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/2 tsp ground ginger
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Pinch of salt
Optional topping:
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Whipped cream
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Chopped pecans or toasted marshmallows
🔧 Instructions
1. Preheat oven:
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To 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
2. Make the crust:
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In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter.
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Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Prepare the filling:
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In a large bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
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Pour over the baked crust.
4. Bake:
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and doesn’t jiggle when you shake the pan gently.
5. Cool and chill:
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Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
6. Serve:
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Cut into bars. Top with whipped cream and pecans or marshmallows if desired.