SOUTHERN YAM DESSERT SQUARES

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This is a great alternative to the traditional pumpkin pie. It comes from Borden Holiday Recipe Collection, 1987.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups unsifted flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 -18 ounces canned sweet potatoes, drained and mashed
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl of mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  • Add the dry ingredients mixing until crumbly.
  • Reserve 1 cup of crumb mixture and press the remainder firmly on the bottom of a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • While crust is baking, combine remaining ingredients (except nuts) in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Pour over the prepared crust.
  • Combine the nuts with the reserved crumb mixture and sprinkle evenly over top.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden.
  • This can be served either warm or cold.
  • It is delicious with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Yin _Yang
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These squares are now my go-to dessert for potlucks and holiday gatherings.


Shamar Larry Abigail
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These squares are a great addition to any dessert table.


Jay_elf Empire
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I can't wait to try these squares with different types of yams.


MXNG06
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I'm always looking for new yam recipes, and these squares definitely fit the bill. They're delicious and easy to make.


Alahya Cloe
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These squares are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Pasha Kalton
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I love that these squares can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy weeknights.


Nirak Babu
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I've made these squares several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


dinesh rajah
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These squares were a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone raved about them.


TipS 24
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I'm not a huge fan of yams, but I loved these squares! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and sweet.


Don Betz
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These are the perfect fall dessert! They're warm, comforting, and full of flavor.


Nadan kochi
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Overall, I thought these yam squares were a delicious and unique dessert. I would definitely make them again.


Moheed zafar
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I found the squares to be a bit too sweet, but they were still enjoyable.


Bright Godwin
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The crust was a little too thick for my taste, but the filling was divine.


Davies jerry
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My family loved these! They're a great dessert for a potluck or holiday gathering.


Christopher McPhetridge
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I added a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to the batter, and it gave the squares a warm, autumnal flavor.


Zahra hussain
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Easy to make and a great way to use up leftover yams.


Linnea Altamira
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I was skeptical about how yams would taste in a dessert, but I was pleasantly surprised! These squares were moist and flavorful, with a hint of spice.


the fresh hero brian
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These yam squares were absolutely delicious! The perfect combination of sweet and savory, with a crispy crust and a gooey center.


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