SWEET POTATO PIE BARS (GLUTEN-FREE, CLEAN EATING AND VEGAN)

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SWEET POTATO PIE BARS (GLUTEN-FREE And VEGAN)

If you are looking for a gluten-free and clean eating recipe, then you are in the right place. Today’s article is about a Clean eating meal plan. It’s the Sweet Potato Pie Bars. This Clean Eating, Gluten-Free, & Vegan recipe will make you do a little happy dance because they taste so dang good.

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Besides of it delicious taste, These Sweet Potato Pie Bars Are Health-Friendly as well. This Clean Eating recipe is made from only 9 plant-based ingredients and is also Gluten, Oil, and Refined Sugar-Free.

I actually prefer these Sweet Potato Pie Bars over a big ol’ pie because they are much easier to serve to guests! They hold their shape well and are easy to pick up, making them a perfect party food.

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You can top your Sweet Potato Pie Bars with a dollop of Coconut Whip Cream and a Pecan for some extra pizzazz, but they are honestly just as delicious on their own too. However, you serve them, they’re a perfect holiday (or any time of year) treat that everyone can enjoy.

If you have a Nut Allergy, you can substitute the Pecans in this recipe for either Pumpkin Seeds (recommended) or Sunflower Seeds.

I used fresh Sweet Potatoes for this recipe and steamed them. I have not tested this recipe using a canned Sweet Potato Puree and cannot guarantee the same results, as it will be runnier.

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Please do not replace the Arrowroot Powder in this recipe; it acts differently than Cornstarch and the final result will not be the same.

Let’s See How to Make It?

What Ingredients Are Required to Make SWEET POTATO PIE BARS?

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

·         4 cups Sweet Potato, peeled & diced (about 2 medium)

·         ½ cup Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk (I used Soy)

·         ½ cup Maple Syrup

·         3 tbsp Arrowroot Powder*

·         1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

·         1 tsp Vanilla Extract

·         Pinch of Salt

For the Crust:

·         1 cup Pecans

·         1 cup Rolled Oats

·         2 tbsp Flax + 5 tbsp Filtered Water

·         3/4 tsp Salt

How to Make SWEET POTATO PIE BARS?

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven to 350F. Add the diced Sweet Potatoes to a Vegetable Steamer or a Pot + Colander combination with 3″ of water. Cover and steam for 15 minutes, or until fork tender.
2. In the meantime, prepare the base layer for the Bars. Mix 2 tbsp of Ground Flax with 5 tbsp of Filtered Water in a small bowl and set aside to let thicken. Add the Pecans, Rolled Oats, and Salt to a Food Processor and process until a fine crumble forms.
3. Once the Flax Egg has thickened, add it to the Pecan and Oat mixture and pulse until well combined; the mixture should form a sticky “dough.”
4. Press the dough into a greased or lined 9×9″ baking tray; I like to use a spatula to make sure it is really packed down and even. Quickly rinse out the Food Processor, then return it to its base.
5. Add the Steamed Sweet Potato to the Food Processor with the remaining ingredients, and process until thick and smooth. Spread this mixture over top of the Pecan and Oat crumble, using a spatula again to even out the top.
6. Place the baking tin in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes; let cool for at least 30 minutes before removing from the pan and slicing. Top as desired (I like to serve mine with some Coco Whip and a Pecan), and store leftovers in the fridge for up to one week.

Please Note:

·         If you do not have Pumpkin Pie Spice, you can make your own blend here.

·         Ground Flax may be substituted with Ground Chia Seed

·         Rolled Oats may be substituted with Quick Oats, but not Steel Cut Oats

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