Fall Spiced Dessert Bars

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

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.

Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars

Rich cheesecake bars with spiced sweet potato swirl on graham cracker crust. Perfect fall treat.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
65 Minutes

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 16 Servings (16 bars)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs.
02 5 tbsp butter, melted.
03 2 tbsp sugar.
04 16 oz cream cheese.
05 ½ cup sugar.
06 2 eggs.
07 1 tsp vanilla.
08 ½ cup sour cream.
09 1 cup mashed sweet potato.
10 ½ cup brown sugar.
11 1 egg.
12 ½ tsp cinnamon.
13 ¼ tsp nutmeg.
14 ¼ tsp allspice.
15 ¼ cup heavy cream.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 325°F. Line a 9x9 pan with parchment paper.

Step 02

Mix graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the lined pan.

Step 03

Bake the crust for 8 minutes. Then let it cool.

Step 04

Beat cream cheese and sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 05

Add eggs one at a time to the mixture, beating after each addition.

Step 06

Mix in vanilla and sour cream until well combined.

Step 07

Pour the mixture over the crust in the pan.

Step 08

Mix mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and heavy cream together until smooth.

Step 09

Layer the sweet potato mixture over the cheesecake mixture and swirl it lightly with a knife.

Step 10

Bake for 40-45 minutes until the cheesecake is set. Let it cool completely.

Step 11

Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Notes

  1. Perfect fall dessert.
  2. Chill overnight for best results.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x9 baking pan.
  • Parchment paper.
  • Electric mixer.
  • Mixing bowls.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Eggs.
  • Wheat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
  • Protein: 4 g