Description
These Sweet Potato Pie Bites are delightful mini treats featuring a smooth, spiced sweet potato filling nestled in crispy phyllo shells. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a charming dessert, they combine warm spices and creamy texture topped with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Filling
- 1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
Assembly
- 1 package (15 count) mini phyllo shells
- Whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange the mini phyllo shells evenly on a baking sheet to prepare for filling.
- Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring a consistent filling.
- Fill Shells: Spoon the sweet potato mixture into each mini phyllo shell, filling them nearly to the top, taking care not to overfill to avoid spillage during baking.
- Bake: Place the filled shells on the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Bake until the filling is set and the edges of the phyllo shells turn golden brown, indicating crispness and readiness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pie bites cool slightly to set further and make handling easier. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish each bite with a generous dollop of whipped cream just before serving for a creamy finish.
Notes
- Ensure the sweet potatoes are well mashed and smooth to achieve a silky texture in the filling.
- You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Use mini phyllo shells to save time and for an attractive presentation; alternatively, homemade phyllo can be used but will require extra preparation.
- Serve these pies slightly warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free whipped topping.
