Sweet Potato, Date And Nut Squares Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato, Date And Nut Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, canned, drained, well-mashed; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups brown sugar, packed; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup milk; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 lb dried dates, pitted, cut into quarters (I use Medjool dates.); 1 1/2 cups almonds, chopped

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, canned, drained, well-mashed
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup milk
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb dried dates, pitted, cut into quarters (I use Medjool dates.)
1 1/2 cups almonds, chopped

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees F & spray a 9""x13"" baking pan with nonstick vegetable spray.", "Place the mashed sweet potatoes in a large bowl & set aside.", "In another bowl & using an electric mixer, cream together the butter & sugar before adding the eggs & vanilla, mixing to combine.", "Add this egg mixture & the 1/4 cup of milk to the mashed sweet potatoes & beat well to combine.", "In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cloves, nutmeg & cinnamon.", "Place the dates & nuts in another bowl, tossing them with 1/4 cup of the flour mixture.", "Add the remaining flour mixture to the sweet potato mixture & blend, then fold in the dates & nuts.", "Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish & bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean.", "Cool on a wire rack before cutting into 24 small squares."]

1574

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, canned, drained, well-mashed, 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 2 cups brown sugar, packed, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato, Date And Nut Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet Potato, Date And Nut Squares

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