Sweet Potato Pie Bites
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
2 cups mashed
- 2 tablespoons butter
softened
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko bread crumbs
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- Cinnamon sugar
for rolling
- Marshmallow fluff
for serving
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Using a fork, poke the sweet potatoes all over to allow steam to escape while they bake, and place them in the oven. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork tender. Remove from the oven and add to a large bowl, carefully peeling away the skins. Add the butter and milk and mash well. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, vanilla and a good pinch of salt. Mash some more to make them super creamy.
- 2
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl. Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to take tablespoon-sized amounts of sweet potato and place them in the breadcrumbs. Gently roll the sweet potato balls through the breadcrumbs, forming balls as you go and evenly coating each ball. Place balls on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. At this point the sweet potato balls can be placed in the fridge to fry later, if desired.
- 3
Heat the oil in a large, wide pot. Once it has reached 350°F, gently lower the balls into the hot oil and fry until golden all over. Continue in batches and set aside the bites on paper towels to drain.
- 4
Roll bites in cinnamon sugar. If desired, toast the marshmallow fluff in the oven just before serving, then serve alongside for dipping. Enjoy warm!
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About this Recipe
Craving a fresh, fun twist on a beloved holiday classic? These Sweet Potato Pie Bites transform your favorite Thanksgiving dessert into irresistible, crispy, bite-sized morsels perfect for any occasion. Forget slicing pie; these deep-fried delights bring all the warm, spiced flavors you love in a perfectly portioned package.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes these bites truly special is the ingenious concept of rolling up spiced sweet potato casserole into individual balls before deep-frying. This technique creates an incredibly appealing contrast: a golden, crisp exterior that gives way to a creamy, warmly spiced sweet potato filling. Coating them in cinnamon sugar and serving with marshmallow fluff elevates them to a truly gourmet, yet utterly comforting, treat that stands out from a traditional pie.
What to Expect
Prepare for a sensory experience that’s both nostalgic and exciting. Each bite delivers the familiar, comforting sweetness of tender sweet potato, beautifully complemented by a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. The texture is a dream: a satisfying crunch from the deep-fried coating, followed by a smooth, velvety interior that practically melts in your mouth. Finished with a sweet cinnamon sugar dusting and a dollop of fluffy marshmallow, these bites are pure, unadulterated joy—a delightful dessert or a whimsical party appetizer that will disappear quickly.
Customization & Variations
The harmonious blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger can be adjusted to your taste; feel free to slightly reduce or increase any of these spices for a milder or more pronounced flavor. While the recipe calls for whole milk, you could experiment with a different dairy or non-dairy milk for a slight variation in richness. For a different level of sweetness, you can also adjust the amount of brown sugar in the filling.
Serving & Context
These Sweet Potato Pie Bites are ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or any time you want to impress with a creative, comforting dessert. Serve them warm with extra marshmallow fluff for dipping, or arrange them on a platter for an eye-catching presentation that will delight guests of all ages.