Fall Spiced Dessert Bars

Name: Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs.; 5 tbsp butter, melted.; 2 tbsp sugar.; 16 oz cream cheese.; ½ cup sugar.; 2 eggs.; 1 tsp vanilla.; ½ cup sour cream.; 1 cup mashed sweet potato.; ½ cup brown sugar.; 1 egg.; ½ tsp cinnamon.; ¼ tsp nutmeg.; ¼ tsp allspice.; ¼ cup heavy cream.

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These bars combine classic cheesecake with autumn spiced sweet potato on a buttery graham crust. Make ahead for holidays.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:08:39 GMT

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Creamy spiced sweet potato meets tangy cheesecake in these fall inspired bars. Each bite layers graham crunch velvety filling and sweet potato swirls making them perfect for cozy gatherings.

Why These Win

Two favorites sweet potato pie cheesecake combine into one amazing treat. Rich creamy texture warm spices crunchy base makes everyone ask for the recipe.

Your List

Graham crumbs: 1 ½ cups fresh crushed.
Sweet potatoes: 1 cup roasted mashed.
Cream cheese: 16 oz room temp.
Sugars: ½ cup brown 2 tbsp white.
Eggs: 3 large fresh.
Spices: Autumn blend cinnamon nutmeg.
Creams: Heavy sour for richness.

Baking Time

First:: Heat to 325°F line pan with paper.
Base:: Mix crumbs butter sugar press bake 8 mins.
Filling:: Beat cheese sugar eggs vanilla sour cream pour.
Top Layer:: Mix potatoes sugar egg spices cream swirl in.
Bake:: 40-45 mins till set cool then chill overnight.
Enjoy:: Cut serve savor fall in every bite.

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Success Tips

Room temp ingredients blend best. Fresh roasted potatoes taste amazing. Overnight chill gives cleanest cuts.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I know when bars are done?: Center should be set with slight wobble. Overcooking causes cracks.
→ Can I use canned sweet potato?: Yes, drain well. Fresh gives better flavor but canned works.
→ Why line pan with parchment?: Makes removing bars easy. Leave overhang on sides for lifting.
→ How long do these keep?: Store in fridge up to 5 days. Can freeze up to 3 months.
→ Can I use different spices?: Try pumpkin pie spice or add ginger for variation.