Amazing Sweet Potato Recipes (2024)

If you love sweet potatoes, then you are in for a real treat with this collection of the AMAZING Sweet Potato recipes! And, did you know February National Sweet Potato Month?! Yes! There is a whole month dedicated to this amazing and beneficial vegetable! So, it stands to reason you will want to include them in your meal menu in as many ways as you can. But, that doesn’t mean preparing it the same way every time. That would become boring very quick. That’s where this mouth-watering collection can help.

But, wait! Not only are sweet potatoes delicious and versatile, but they are also loaded with health benefits. Keep reading below to learn more about this yummy root vegetable and why you absolutely need them in your life.

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Amazing Sweet Potato Recipes

In addition to being oh so delicious, sweet potatoes offer many health benefits. Sweet potatoes are loaded with fiber and protein in addition to being rich in an array of vitamins. Most notably, they offer an abundance of vitamins C and B6 which are necessary for brain and nervous system health. They are also rich in potassium and magnesium which helps with blood pressure and heart health. And, of course, the fiber helps in maintaining weight and lowers your risk of high cholesterol and diabetes. So, is it any wonder National Sweet Potato Month is also Heart Health Month?!

As you can see from this collection of amazing sweet potato recipes, there’s a multitude of ways you can include sweet potatoes in your diet. This collection includes everything from baked, fried, and roasted recipes to casseroles, dinner rolls, breads, and pies. There is even a sweet potato cheesecake! Oh, my!

As you can see, there is a little something for everyone and absolutely no excuse to not include this delicious and healthy vegetable in your menu rotation. So, you know the routine, grab your favorite beverage and sit a spell with us. Browse through and choose a few new sweet potato recipes to try for your family. Which ones grab your eye and makes your mouth water?

As you can see from this collection of amazing sweet potato recipes, there’s a multitude of ways you can include sweet potatoes in your diet. This collection includes everything from baked, fried, and roasted recipes to casseroles, dinner rolls, breads, and pies. There is even a sweet potato cheesecake!

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Sweet Potato Pie

Creamy and sweet! Try as an alternative to the more traditional pumpkin pie.

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

An easy side dish recipe that tastes like a dessert. Tender sweet potato rounds are covered in a rich, buttery glaze.

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Sweet Potato Casserole

This simple Thanksgiving side dish is dessert-like!The filling is creamy and sweet and the topping adds an extra bit of flavour and crunch.

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Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

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Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Bacon are a savory side dish that takes just ten minutes of prep time and 3 hours in the Crock Pot!

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Sweet Potato Cheesecake

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This Sweet Potato Cheesecake is full of creamy sweet potatoes and warm spices. It’s baked on a pecan graham cracker crust and garnished with a homemade marshmallow topping that’s been toasted to perfection.

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Sweet Potato Sloppy Joes

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Sweet potato sloppy joes are are delicious twist on a classic weeknight favorite.

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Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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Crispy oven baked sweet potato fries are healthy alternative to your regular potato fries. Crispy crunchy outside, delicious soft melt-in-your-mouth inside.

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Crock-Pot Pressure Cooker Chorizo & Kale Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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This Crock-Pot® Pressure Cooker Chorizo and Kale Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe is incredibly simple to make and absolutely delicious. It uses only a few ingredients and is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.

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Maple Sweet Potato Pie

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The dessert table isn't complete until you have a sweet potato pie. Top with maple meringue for an extra special treat.

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

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This Roasted Sweet Potato Salad not only is Whole30 compliant but adds a healthy twist to the traditional bbq side dish.

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Crispy Sweet Potato Tacos

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Beer marinated roasted sweet potatoes, charred corn, creamy avocado, crisp onions, and fresh cilantro, wrapped in a soft corn tortilla, make these vegetarian sweet potato tacos a taste sensation!

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Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

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Who says you can't make sweet potatoes in a pressure cooker? Try our Instant Pot sweet potatoes recipe to have perfectly cooked taters in less than an hour!

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Savory Sweet Potato Fritters with Avocado and Fried Eggs

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A beautiful, healthy breakfast, lunch or dinner! Paleo and Whole30 compliant.

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Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls

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Sweet potato dinner rolls are a delicious soft roll with sweet potatoes mixed right into the dough. These delicious homemade rolls have a slight orange color from the sweet potatoes.

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Parmesan Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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These Parmesan Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes are seasoned with a blend of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs. Oven roasted until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this easy recipe is full of flavor and the perfect side dish for just about any meal!

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Easy Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

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Looking for a new way to enjoy sweet potatoes? Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding is a traditional Jamaican dessert that is rich, amazingly spiced, moist and delectable.

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Sweet Potato Hummus

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In this sweet potato hummus you can taste the sweet and subtle sweet potato flavors, but it’s accompanied by the subtle after flavor of the garlic, tahini, and the chickpeas. It’s a beautiful merriment of flavors that will quickly become a staple in your home, as it has in ours.

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Grilled Green Onion & Sweet Potato Salad with Warm Chevre

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Creamy, smoky sweet potatoes, charred green onions and tangy goat cheese make up this irresistible grilled salad. It's a summer side that goes with everything from fish to steak and works well as a do-ahead dish.

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Steak and Sweet potato Hash

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A wholesome and nutritious weekday breakfast or weekend brunch – this Steak and Sweet Potato Hash is packed with flavor with spicy, smoky, sweet flavors, and is a great way to use up leftover steak/beef. The sweet potato hash can be made ahead of time as well. Plus, this hash is PALEO and WHOLE30 approved too!

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Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Sweet Potato Fries

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Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Sweet Potato Fries are an excellent way to make use of your grill. The Sriracha Maple sauce that comes with it is also super tasty and complements these fries really well.

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Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Muffins (gluten free)

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These sweet potato muffins are bursting with good-for-you ingredients and are even gluten free. A lovely veggie and protein filled breakfast or snack with a delectable serving of chocolate, too.

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Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese

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This sweet potato mac and cheese is incredibly creamy and sneaks in a little added nutrition thanks to the sweet potato!

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Sweet Potato Hand Pies

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Flaky, buttery crust filled with a creamy bite of brown-sugar blended sweet potatoes results in my must-have Sweet Potato Hand Pies.

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Sweet Potato Cake with Bourbon Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

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A spiced nutmeg sweet potato cake with a bourbon cream cheese frosting that is smothered with caramel.

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Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

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This savory sweet potato soup is perfect for cool weather and healthy eating!

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Harissa-Roasted Sweet Potato Power Salad

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Harissa-Roasted Sweet Potato Power Salad with Parslied Tahini Dressing is the ultimate nutrient-packed meal. Vegan, gluten free, and perfect for make-ahead lunches or easy weeknight dinners.

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Vegetarian Quesadillas with Black Beans and Sweet Potato

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The BEST healthy Vegetarian Quesadillas for lunch, dinner or an appetizer. Filled with black beans, sweet potato, avocado and cheese you wont even miss the meat.

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Sweet Potato Curry

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This Sweet Potato Curry is a one pot meal which is packed with flavor, budget friendly and filling. A 30 minute meal which is made with simple ingredients and delicious.

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Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas

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These black bean and sweet potato enchiladas have a sweet and spicy filling that will have you coming back for seconds! It’s easy to make and filled with plenty of healthy ingredients!

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Sweet Potato Toast (Topped with Apples, Bacon & Gorgonzola)

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This Sweet Potato Toast with Apples, Bacon and Gorgonzola blows away regular toast! Sweet potato slices are toasted and topped with bacon, apples, onions and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese for a delicious savory breakfast.

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Whipped Sweet Potatoes

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Delicious comfort food, whipped sweet potatoes are the perfect holiday side dish. So easy to make with only 4 ingredients.

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Sweet Potato Taco Bowl

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Easy, delicious, and vibrant Sweet Potato Taco Bowl! Take taco night up to the next level with this delicious and healthy meal!

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A Savoury Sweet Potato, Feta and Caramelised Onion Tart

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This deliciously savoury sweet potato, feta and caramelised onion tart makes the perfect vegetarian dish for an easy lunch or a light dinner. The simple tart is also ideal for entertaining, as it can readily be made ahead, and eaten either hot or cold.

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Paleo Sweet Potato Pizza Crust

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These paleo sweet potato pizza crusts are fast to make and bake crisp on the bottom amd study enough for all your favorite toppings!

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Sweet potato peanut stew

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Sweet potato peanut stew is a vegan & gluten-free one pot meal. This recipe includes chickpeas for an extra punch of protein.

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3 ingredient sweet potato flatbreads

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These sweet potato flatbreads are awesome for the lunchbox or taco Tuesday!

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Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus

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Roasted sweet potato hummus is easy and quick to make, requiring very simple ingredients. Serve it with toasted pita chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for a perfect healthy snack!

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Healthy Cinnamon Sweet Potato Rolls

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Healthy Cinnamon Sweet Potato Rolls recipe, perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch. These rolls are delicious, moist, fluffy and easy to make!

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Garlic And Parmesan

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These roasted sweet potatoes make a perfect side dish for holiday meals or just your everyday dinner. It's an easy recipe that tastes so good it'll have your family begging for seconds!

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FAQs

What can I add to sweet potato to make it taste good? ›

Salt, Pepper, and Butter – the OG classic way of serving your sweet potatoes. Greek Yogurt and Green Onion – one of my personal favorites! you can do sour cream instead of Greek Yogurt if you prefer. Maple Syrup, Cinnamon, and Butter – ok, I'm a big fan of savory but this combo is also a favorite!

Can diabetics eat sweet potatoes everyday? ›

You can still eat sweet potatoes if you have diabetes, assures Huff. The fiber content in sweet potatoes, especially if you consume them with the skin on, can help reduce spikes in your blood sugar. Plus, how you cook your sweet potatoes can also help reduce the extent to which your blood sugar rises.

What makes sweet potato a super food? ›

Of the thousands of vegetables available today, sweet potatoes are considered one of the most nutritious. The orange- (or sometimes purple) fleshed vegetables are loaded with minerals and A, B, and C vitamins. This has led to sweet potatoes being called a superfood by many.

What is the best combination with sweet potato? ›

Most people pair poultry and sweet potatoes. A roast turkey or chicken flavored with rosemary, thyme and sage pairs well with baked sweet potatoes and their caramelized crust. I like steak and sweet potatoes myself. Get a container of cream cheese, some chopped pineapple and roasted some sweet potatoes.

How do you dress up a baked sweet potato? ›

Toppings for Baked Sweet Potatoes:

Maple syrup, butter and toasted pecans. Sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper. Blue cheese, walnuts and honey. Mini marshmallows, brown sugar and cinnamon (pop it under the broiler to toast the marshmallows a bit).

What is the healthiest way to eat sweet potato? ›

Boiling sweet potatoes retains more beta-carotene and makes the nutrient more absorbable than other cooking methods such as baking or frying.

What to put on top of baked sweet potato? ›

topping ideas:

dollop of greek yogurt, or tzatziki. a scoop of guacamole. a drizzle of creamy avocado cilantro lime dressing.

Why do you need to soak sweet potatoes before cooking? ›

TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: The main secrets to achieving that incredible crispy texture, is to soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove the starch from the sweet potatoes so they´re not limp & soggy.

When should you not eat sweet potatoes? ›

How to tell if sweet potatoes have gone bad. If your sweet potato is soft in spots, smells rotten, or oozes a mysterious liquid, that potato should be discarded. Another sign that sweet potatoes have taken a turn for the worse is if they start growing stalky purplish sprouts.

Why can't diabetics eat sweet potatoes? ›

If you have diabetes, you can eat sweet potatoes daily — as long as you factor the vegetable's carbohydrate count into your meal planning. “Sweet potatoes are a source of carbohydrates, which raise blood sugars,” says White.

Do sweet potatoes spike blood sugar? ›

Since sweet potatoes are high in carbohydrates, they can spike blood sugar levels. Their fiber content helps to slow down this process. Orange sweet potatoes have a higher GI. This can increase your blood sugar level, compared to other sweet potato varieties.

Why is a sweet potato not a vegetable? ›

Sweet potatoes are considered to be vegetables rather than fruits. While they are often categorized as root vegetables, they are actually classified as part of the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae). Sweet potatoes are grown for their edible tuberous roots, which are starchy and have a sweet flavor.

What happens when you eat sweet potato everyday? ›

If you enjoy sweet potatoes, you can absolutely enjoy them daily. However, eating multiple sweet potatoes every day could cause a harmless condition called carotenodermia, where your skin turns yellow-orange. You may also want to be cautious about your sweet potato intake if you have a history of kidney stones.

What is the sweet potato mystery? ›

The prevailing explanation is that Polynesian voyagers had sailed to South America and brought the sweet potato back to the islands on their return. Archaeological and genetic data seemed to support this conclusion, although scientists have questioned some of this evidence over the years.

What do Americans put on sweet potato? ›

Introduction. The American tradition of cooking sweet potatoes with marshmallows is a bit of a leap for the European reader. But it always pays to keep an open mind.

How do you balance sweet potatoes? ›

A bit of vinegar can give your sweet potatoes a zesty tang that offers a more complex dish. You can choose how much vinegar you'd like to add based on how much of the sweetness you want to reign in. If you're looking to remove just a tiny amount of sweetness, a splash of vinegar will do.

What does baking soda do to sweet potatoes? ›

Baking Soda – boiling the potatoes in baking soda draws out the starch and allows the outside to get brown and crispy. Sweet Potatoes – yams work fine too. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – gets infused with rosemary and garlic and is the key to getting that crispy exterior.

How do you prop a sweet potato? ›

Here's one way to do it:
  1. fill up a tray with about 2 inches of potting soil.
  2. place the sweet potato sideways in to the tray so it is about half buried.
  3. water it and wait until it creates sprouts.
  4. remove those sprouts with scissor and cut the sprouts in to multiple sprouts at each node.
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