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Sweet Potato Cheesecake Parfaits

The best dessert I've had all year - Sweet Potato Cheesecake Parfaits! Layers of gingersnap cookies, marshmallow, sweet potato cheesecake and whipped cream all topped with candied pecans and a dash of cinnamon! Delight in every bite!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Parfait, parfait recipe, sweet potato cheesecake, sweet potato cheesecake recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings 8 parfaits
Calories 828kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

First Layer

Second Layer

  • 7 oz marshmallow creme

Third Layer

  • 22 oz container Bob Evans Mashed Sweet Potatoes you will only need half for this layer

Fourth Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 22 oz container Bob Evans Mashed Sweet Potatoes you will only need half for this layer

Fifth Layer

  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • OR
  • 1 8 oz container Cool Whip

Sixth Layer - Candied Pecans

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

Third Layer

  • Prepare the sweet potatoes according to the package directions. Chill.

Fourth Layer - Sweet Potato Cheesecake

  • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  • Add brown sugar, cinnamon and mashed sweet potatoes and continue beating until thoroughly combined.

Fifth Layer

  • If using whipped cream...
  • Beat cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Sixth Layer - Candied Pecans

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Combine butter, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon in a medium skillet and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until the sugar dissolves and is bubbling.
  • Add the pecans and stir to coat the pecans. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, continuously stirring. Remove from the heat, and spread the pecans out on prepared baking sheet. Let the pecans cool.

Assembly

  • Spoon marshmallow creme, mashed sweet potatoes, sweet potato cheesecake, and whipped cream into piping bags. You could also use large plastic bags and just cut off a corner.
  • Place a cookie into the bottom of a small, glass jar or dish. You may need to break the cookie to make it fit - that's totally okay!
  • Pipe in a small amount of marshmallow creme, followed by mashed sweet potatoes, sweet potato cheesecake, and whipped cream. Top with candied pecans and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 828kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 327mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 23527IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 182mg | Iron: 2mg