Description
Rich, creamy, and full of warm fall flavors, these Sweet Potato Cheesecake Squares are the perfect dessert for cozy gatherings, festive occasions, or even just a decadent snack. They blend the smooth tang of classic cheesecake with sweet, spiced swirls of mashed sweet potato atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for your next baking session, these bars are freezer-friendly, easy to prep ahead, and a standout among quick breakfast treats, easy dinner desserts, and holiday food ideas. Whether you’re looking for unique breakfast ideas, healthy snack inspiration, or simply a new easy recipe to love, this one ticks all the boxes.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup melted butter
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
2 tbsp brown sugar (for sweet potato mixture)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for crumble)
2 tbsp brown sugar (for crumble)
1/4 tsp cinnamon (for crumble)
2 tbsp melted butter (for crumble)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and mix until incorporated.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, mix mashed sweet potato with 2 tbsp brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/2 cup of the cheesecake filling.
6. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust. Spoon the sweet potato mixture on top and swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
7. In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the crumble topping. Sprinkle over the top.
8. Bake for 40–45 minutes until edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
9. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
10. Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a silky smooth filling.
Make sure sweet potatoes are well mashed to avoid lumps in the swirl.
For sharp cuts, chill completely and clean your knife between slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g