Sweet potatoes are the ultimate comfort ingredient. They’re naturally sweet, beautifully golden, and endlessly versatile. From creamy soups to irresistible desserts, these sweet potato recipes will steal the spotlight at your next dinner or cozy fall meal.
1. Roasted Garlic Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, roasted
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup milk
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes until tender.
- Mash with roasted garlic, butter, and milk.
- Season with salt and pepper.
2. Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt
Instructions
- Toss fries with oil and spices.
- Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
How to Serve It
Dip in chipotle mayo or honey mustard.
3. Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Mix sweet potato base and pour into baking dish.
- Combine pecans and sugar for topping.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
4. Sweet Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Sauté onion in butter.
- Add sweet potatoes and broth.
- Simmer 20 minutes; blend smooth.
- Stir in milk and season.
5. Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- 1 cup flour
- 1 egg
- Salt
Instructions
- Mix ingredients to form dough.
- Roll and cut into small pieces.
- Boil until they float; toss in sage butter.
6. Sweet Potato Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup mashed sweet potato
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Combine dry and wet ingredients separately.
- Mix and cook 2–3 minutes per side on skillet.
7. Sweet Potato Pie
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 2 cups mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Blend filling and pour into crust.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
8. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced sweet potato
- 1 can black beans
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
Instructions
- Sauté onion and sweet potato.
- Add beans, tomatoes, and spices.
- Simmer 25 minutes.
9. Sweet Potato Hash
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- ½ onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables until golden and tender.
- Top with fried eggs if desired.
10. Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- 1½ cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook macaroni.
- Blend milk, sweet potato, butter, and cheese.
- Mix with pasta and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
11. Sweet Potato Tacos
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted sweet potatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 tortillas
- ½ cup black beans
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Fill tortillas with sweet potatoes and toppings.
- Squeeze fresh lime before serving.
12. Sweet Potato Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients.
- Spread in pan and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
13. Sweet Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted sweet potatoes
- 2 cups arugula
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Toss all ingredients in a bowl.
- Serve warm or chilled.
14. Sweet Potato Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup mashed sweet potato
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter.
- Add sweet potato and milk.
- Bake at 425°F for 12 minutes.
15. Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp chopped pecans
Instructions
- Warm mashed sweet potato.
- Add toppings before serving.
16. Sweet Potato Gratin
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Layer sweet potatoes in dish.
- Pour cream mixture over.
- Bake at 375°F for 40 minutes.
17. Sweet Potato Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup cooked sweet potato
- 1 banana
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve chilled.
18. Sweet Potato Chips
Image Prompt: Crispy thin chips in small bowl with sea salt.
Crunchy, addictive, and healthier than store-bought.
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
Instructions
- Toss slices in oil.
- Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping once.
19. Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups mashed sweet potato
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
Instructions
- Cook meat and onion; layer with veggies.
- Spread sweet potato on top.
- Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
20. Sweet Potato Curry
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced sweet potatoes
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 onion, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté onion, add curry powder.
- Stir in sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and coconut milk.
- Simmer 20 minutes.
21. Sweet Potato Bread Pudding
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed bread
- 1½ cups milk
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix ingredients, pour over bread.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
22. Sweet Potato Muffin Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- ½ cup mashed sweet potato
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients.
- Spoon into mini muffin tin.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Conclusion
Sweet potatoes shine in every dish—from savory dinners to cozy desserts. These recipes bring warmth, color, and comfort to your table all season long. Save your favorites and make sweet potatoes the star of your next meal!
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