Southern Bourbon Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars

Rich, moist sweet potato and cheesecake bars infused with the depth of bourbon, a classic American dessert with Southern roots.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 large Sweet Potatoes
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 4 whole Large Eggs
• 8 oz Cream Cheese
• 2 tsps Vanilla Extract
• 2 tbsp Bourbon Whiskey
• 1 cup All-purpose Flour
• 1 tsp tsp Baking Powder
• .5 tsp Salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Bake sweet potatoes for 45 minutes, then let cool. Scoop out the flesh and mash in a bowl.

3. 3

   In a separate mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

4. 4

   Using an electric mixer, cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.

5. 5

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and bourbon whiskey.

6. 6

   Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.

7. 7

   Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes and mix until a dough forms.

8. 8

   Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.

9. 9

   Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

10. 10

    Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

11. 11

    For the cheesecake topping, mix the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and bourbon in a bowl.

12. 12

    Pour the topping over the cooled bars and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid a soggy crust, ensure the sweet potato mixture is cooled and the bars are baked until the edges are golden brown. Use high-quality bourbon for an authentic flavor. Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving