Swift Sweet Potato Pie Bites
Satisfy your sweet cravings in a hurry with these Swift Sweet Potato Pie Bites. This quick and delightful dessert captures the essence of traditional sweet potato pie but in convenient, bite-sized portions. Perfect for busy days or when you need a little sweetness to round off your Cajun Creole feast.
Ingredients:
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (canned or cooked and mashed)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
For the Pie Crust:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade if preferred)
Instructions:
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
Prepare Sweet Potatoes:
If using fresh sweet potatoes, peel, dice, and cook until tender. Mash the sweet potatoes and measure out 1 cup.
Combine Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, melted butter, milk, egg, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and smooth.
For the Pie Crust:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the pie crust package.
Roll Out the Pie Crust:
Roll out the refrigerated pie crust on a floured surface. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out small circles from the pie crust.
Form the Pie Bites:
Place each pie crust circle into the cups of a mini muffin tin, forming small crusts for the pie bites.
Fill with Sweet Potato Mixture:
Spoon the sweet potato filling into each pie crust, filling them almost to the top.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven according to the pie crust package instructions or until the crust is golden and the sweet potato filling is set.
Cool and Serve:
Allow the Swift Sweet Potato Pie Bites to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Garnish:
For an extra touch, garnish each bite with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
Pro Tips:
- Shortcut Tip: Use canned sweet potato puree for an even quicker preparation.
- Make-Ahead: These pie bites can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
With Swift Sweet Potato Pie Bites, you’ll have a delicious and speedy sweet treat that captures the essence of Louisiana’s culinary magic in every bite!