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Amazing Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Pie Bars

Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Pie Bars

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Enjoy these delightful Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Pie Bars, a perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet cravings. These bars offer a taste of home with a touch of adventure, inspired by a journey of flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (from about 1 pound sweet potatoes)
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Press one box of refrigerated pie crust into the bottom and up the sides of a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potatoes, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, beaten eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until smooth.
  4. Pour the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust.
  5. In a separate small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the sweet potato filling.
  7. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Ensure your sweet potatoes are fully mashed for a smooth filling.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely for clean slicing.
  • These bars are delicious served at room temperature or slightly chilled.

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