Yields: 9×9-inch pan
Prep Time: 20 minutes + 4 hours chilling
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 250 per square
Ingredients
For the Crust:
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Sweet Potato Cheesecake Layer:
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8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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1 cup mashed sweet potatoes, cooked and cooled
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon ground ginger
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¼ teaspoon ground allspice (optional, but recommended)
For the Whipped Topping (Optional):
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract