Sweet Potato Cheesecake Blondies
Sweet Potato Cheesecake Blondies are a delicious twist on classic blondies, combining the warmth of sweet potatoes with a creamy cheesecake layer, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Blondies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (roasted or canned, well-drained)
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Cinnamon or nutmeg dusting
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually stir in the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Cheesecake Layer
- In a small bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Spoon the sweet potato mixture over the blondie base in dollops.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture onto the blondie base in alternating dollops with the sweet potato mixture.
- Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the sweet potato and cheesecake mixtures together for a marbled effect.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan.
- Slice into squares and dust with cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Optionally, sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth cheesecake layer. You can use canned sweet potatoes to save time, but make sure they are well-drained. Don’t skip the swirling step! It helps blend the flavors for a more delicious dessert.