Sweet Potato Squares Recipe Kathleen M

Name: Sweet Potato Squares Recipe Kathleen M
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened); 3/8 cup powdered sugar; 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter; 3/4 cup sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom (fresh ground is best); 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon dark rum; 1 tablespoon all purpose flour

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
3/8 cup powdered sugar
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom (fresh ground is best)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 tablespoon all purpose flour

1
For crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 cup unsalted butter, and 3/8 cup powdered sugar together and press over bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9 x 13 baking pan.
2
Bake until just set, about 20 minutes.
3
Cool the crust while you prepare the filling.
4
Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork and roast them on a shallow pan in the middle of the oven until very tender, about 1 1/4 hours.
5
Cool to room temperature.
6
Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
7
Scoop the flesh from the sweet potatoes into a bowl and discard the skins.
8
Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork until smooth.
9
Melt the 1/2 stick butter in a small saucepan and stir in the 3/4 cup sugar.
10
Add the melted butter mixture to the sweet potatoes with the milk and eggs and beat with a whisk until smooth.
11
Whisk in the remaining ingredients (the topping will be quite liquid).
12
Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
13
Bake in the middle of the oven until the filling is just set, about 40 minutes.
14
Cool and cut into squares to serve.

918

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* 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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour, 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened), 3/8 cup powdered sugar, 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds), and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Squares Recipe Kathleen M 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!