From custardy pies and tender muffins to silky casseroles and chunky soups, these sweet potato recipes give you a reason to buy your spuds by the bushel.
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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to make these twice-baked sweet potatoes because they can be prepared ahead of time. With the addition of cream cheese, they are very creamy and not overly sweet. It is so easy to increase the quantity to any number. —Linda Call, Falun, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato: 297 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
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Sweet Potato Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This creamy sweet potato pie is subtly spiced and slices beautifully! We suggest baking up a few sweet potato pies around the holidays to give to friends and family. —North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 372 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 300mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
Try using pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon and nutmeg for a Thanksgiving-worthy twist on pumpkin pie.
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Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
Treat your sweet-salty tooth! Sweet potatoes dressed with buttery, herby, garlicky goodness make for a stunning and delicious side dish. —Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 hasselback sweet potato: 333 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein.
You can top these sweet potatoes with toasted nuts for some extra sweetness and crunch.
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Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows
From the Recipe Creator:
I took my mother's delicious sweet potato casserole and gave it a new twist by adding the tempting taste of orange—a fruit very abundant in our state. The flavors are wonderful together and make this dish a family favorite. —Norma Poole, Auburndale, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 312 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 266mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein.
There’s a fun surprise in this creamy dish: orange juice! It’s a quick prep casserole with ingredients you probably already have on hand. What more could you ask for?
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Sweet Potato Wedges with Chili Mayo
From the Recipe Creator:
Cajun spices bring the zing to roasted sweet potatoes—a side dish my family eats frequently. We dunk them in chili-spiced mayo. —Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 322 calories, 26g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 600mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein.
Cajun spices add savory heat to roasted sweet potatoes. The mayo dipping sauce, flavored with lemon juice, chili powder and Dijon, is a great burger topping as well.
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Sweet Potato Fritters
From the Recipe Creator:
I had leftover sweet potatoes and had to think up a new way to use them. We love spice, so I flavored these fun fritters with harissa, just enough for flavor but not too spicy. If you want more heat, you can always adjust the spice to please your taste buds. —Teri Schloessmann, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2 fritters : 217 calories, 13g fat (10g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
Harissa is a hot chili pepper paste that adds kick and flavor to these fritters. Mix some with mayo for a dipping sauce.
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Turkey Sweet Potato Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
Swapping in ground turkey for ground beef lightens up this chili. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 243 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 606mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat.
Ground turkey is a great protein for this dish because it’s lighter and less hearty than beef. It complements the sweet potato and allows more of the spice to come through.
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Favorite Mashed Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
My family begs me to make mashed sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving and Christmas. I love this recipe because it can be made a day ahead and warmed up before the big meal. —Senja Merrill, Sandy, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 117 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch.
These mashed potatoes don’t rely on savory elements and are purely sweet. Orange and pumpkin pie spice ensure that the flavor isn’t overwhelming.
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Sweet Potato Chowder
From the Recipe Creator:
There’s so much flavor packed into each bowl of this sweet potato chowder. We really enjoy this dish with slices of buttered sourdough bread for dunking. The tender potatoes, veggies and crunchy pepitas give it lots of texture, and I love the milky, buttery broth. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
About 1-1/4 cups: 311 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 1130mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein.
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy, so we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they’re irresistible. —Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving with 3 tablespoons spread: 362 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein.
While this recipe works great with normal potatoes, sweet potatoes take it to the next level. Gorgonzola cheese has a bold flavor that contrasts wonderfully with the sweet potatoes.
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Sweet Potato Souffle with Pecans
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother makes this sweet potato souffle recipe every Thanksgiving. It's just so full of love and memories that it needs to be shared. —Natalie Gray, Moreland, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 406 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpea Pitas
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a hearty take on Mediterranean food, this time with sweet potatoes tucked inside. These unique pockets are delicious for lunch or dinner. —Beth Jacobson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 filled pita halves: 462 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 12g fiber), 14g protein.
These Mediterranean stuffed pitas make for a quick 30-minute lunch. The yogurt sauce is flavored with quickly cooked garlic, oil, lemon juice and cumin. If you don’t like using the microwave, you can quickly saute the garlic in a small skillet.
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Sweet Potato Bread
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves quick breads. This one is moist and spicy. If you don't have mini loaf pans, it works just as well in regular-sized pans. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 228 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
This quick bread is moist and almost cakelike. Raisins and walnuts add sweetness and crunch.
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Sweet Potatoes au Gratin
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich sweet potato casserole couldn't be any easier to make—or more delicious to eat! —Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 412 calories, 31g fat (19g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 385mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
The difference between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes is the addition of cheese. These sweet potatoes are layered with Parmesan, but you can add your favorite cheese, like cheddar, to the mix.
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Smoky Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas
From the Recipe Creator:
My hearty, delicious and nutrient-packed vegetarian dish is amazingly healthy. Everyone I've made it for has loved it—even carnivores! I always make two batches and freeze one. You'll want to eat this every week! —Elizabeth Lindemann, Salem, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 399 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 843mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 8g fiber), 18g protein.
Even meat lovers will love this hearty vegetarian dinner. Short on time? This recipe can be refrigerated up to a week.
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Spicy Sweet Potato Chips & Cilantro Dip
From the Recipe Creator:
This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional chips and dip! —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup chips with about 1 tablespoon dip: 285 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.
Meet your new favorite snack! The cool and creamy dip contrasts perfectly with the baked spiced sweet potato chips. People won’t be able to stop eating these crispy chips.
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Sweet Potato Dumplings
From the Recipe Creator:
When family stays over after a holiday dinner, we make sweet potato dumplings, bacon and eggs for breakfast. And later, we even serve these dumplings for dessert. —Mary Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
2 dumplings: 482 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 653mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
Move over pancakes, we have a new sweet breakfast contender. These sweet potato dumplings pair well with bacon and eggs, and can even be served for dessert.
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Sweet Potato and Egg Skillet
From the Recipe Creator:
I try to incorporate nutritious sweet potatoes in meals as often as possible, especially with breakfast. I came up with this recipe to feed my family a healthy, hearty breakfast—and it worked! —Jeanne Larson, Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 224 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat.
This savory sweet potato mash is such a versatile brunch. Shredding the potatoes the night before makes for a quick and easy breakfast.
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Sweet Potato Cheesecake Brownies
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for something other than pumpkin, these sweet potato bars are a yummy alternative. Make them ahead—they're even better refrigerated overnight. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 304 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
These sweet potato bars are a fun alternative to pumpkin bars. To save some time, you can cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave for 8 to 10 minutes until tender instead of baking or steaming them.
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Sweet Potato and Crab Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet and savory soup is quick and easy to prepare. You can substitute butternut squash or pumpkin for the sweet potatoes, depending on what you have on hand. —Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 370 calories, 28g fat (18g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 994mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.
This sweet and savory bisque can be made with fresh or canned crab meat. It’s creamy with a hint of spice coming from cayenne pepper.
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Mushroom and Sweet Potato Potpie
From the Recipe Creator:
The last time I was in the U.S., I had an amazing mushroom and beer potpie at a small brewpub. It was so rich and comforting. I tried numerous versions when I got home and I think I've come pretty close! —Iben Ravn, Copenhagen, Denmark
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 211 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
This comforting potpie is not a flavor pairing you see often. Mushrooms and sweet potato combine to make a rich and tender dish. To really make this meal your own, you can use dry red wine or marsala in place of beer.
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Sweet Potato-Cranberry Doughnuts
From the Recipe Creator:
I grew up near Idaho, which is famous for spudnuts—a doughnut made from mashed potatoes. I reworked a recipe using sweet potatoes and cranberries to come up with this variation. I like to serve them for dessert. —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 glazed doughnut: 191 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 63mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
Spudnuts are doughnuts made from mashed potatoes. This reimagined version uses sweet potatoes and has a sweet apple cider glaze.
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Molly’s Sweet and Spicy Tzimmes Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I are always on the lookout for new ways to incorporate Jewish traditions into our interfaith home. Rich with apples, carrots and sweet potato, this sweet and spicy cake is perfect for Rosh Hashanah or any fall holiday. —Molly Haendler, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 309 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 247mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
This tender cake is inspired by the Jewish stew that typically has sweet potatoes, carrots and dried fruits. It would be great to serve for Rosh Hashanah.
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Southwest Hash with Adobo-Lime Crema
From the Recipe Creator:
Adobo sauce adds so much extra flavor that you won't even miss the smaller amounts of butter and egg yolks in this smoky hash. Here's a tip: Add a splash of white vinegar to the poaching water right before you drop in the eggs. It helps keep them from separating as they cook. —Brooke Keller, Lexington, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without avocado): 304 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 222mg cholesterol, 520mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat.
The smoky dish is sweet without being overpowering. If you have any leftover pork, it’s great to add to the mix.
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Sweet Potato Pecan Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This luscious mix of sweet potatoes, spices and nuts is like serving pecan pie and sweet potato pie together. Bake it and then watch everyone devour it. —Emily Hobbs, Ozark, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with 1/4 cup whipped cream: 659 calories, 39g fat (17g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 353mg sodium, 74g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
This pie is a cross between a pecan pie and a sweet potato pie. The maple whipped topping adds more depth than classic Cool Whip.
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Fried Sweet Potato Pies
From the Recipe Creator:
My dad was a farmer who grew them, so sweet potatoes have graced our table for as long as I can recall. This recipe, however, resulted from an experiment for a church bake sale when we had excess pastry. People couldn't get enough of these pies! —Marilyn Moseley, Toccoa, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 pie: 287 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
You’d think a 25-pie yield would be excessive, but once you start eating these, you really can’t stop. The filling is soft, sweet and creamy.
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Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a package of bacon on hand, so I put on my thinking cap and came up with this treat. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 60 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
These sweet and smoky potato bites have a bit of kick from cayenne pepper. It’s a nice change of pace from bacon-wrapped smokies.
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Sweet Potato Orange Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Serve this refreshingly sweet side dish to your guests in separate cups you craft from oranges. It's a hit among our family and friends. —Melonie Bowers, Sugarcreek, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 401 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 83g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 9g fiber), 6g protein.
Do you like easy cleanup? How about no plates or bowls? All you have to do is cut oranges in half, scoop out the fruit and fill the peels with the sweet potato mixture.
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Coconut-Pecan Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
These delicious sweet potatoes cook effortlessly in the slow cooker so you can tend to other things. Coconut gives the classic a fresh twist. —Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 269 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein.
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Southern Loaded Sweet Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
For a taste of a southern classic, we make sweet potatoes stuffed with pulled pork and coleslaw and manage to sidestep the calorie overload. —Amy Burton, Cary, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 potato with 2/3 cup pork mixture and 1/4 cup coleslaw: 428 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 784mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein.
Sweet potatoes stuffed with pulled pork and coleslaw make for a hearty meal. No bun required!
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Sweet Potato Tortellini with Hazelnut Sauce
From the Recipe Creator:
Using wonton wrappers instead of fresh pasta dough makes homemade tortellini easy to prepare. For more formal dinners, this makes an impressive vegetarian entree. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
9 tortellini with 2 tablespoons sauce: 662 calories, 34g fat (17g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 718mg sodium, 73g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein.
The sweet potato puree for these tortellini can be made and refrigerated the day before.
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Sweet Potato Pound Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
Since we are originally from Texas, we naturally love sweet potatoes, but this sweet potato cake deserves to be a tradition in any home, whether you’re from the South, East, North or West. My rancher husband from Montana loves it and I get great reviews from ladies I’ve served it to at various social events. —Diane Mannix, Helmville, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 365 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
An orange glaze adorns this sweet potato pound cake, but you can really make it your own by trying out different toppings. A brown butter frosting or vanilla glaze would give the cake a whole different flavor.
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Sweet Potatoes with Cilantro Black Beans
From the Recipe Creator:
As a vegan, I'm always looking for impressive dishes to share. Sweet potatoes loaded with beans and a touch of peanut butter are one of my mom’s favorites. —Kayla Capper, Ojai, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 potato with 1/2 cup black bean mixture: 400 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 426mg sodium, 77g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 12g fiber), 11g protein.
Sweet potatoes loaded with beans and peanut butter make for a hearty side dish or a vegan dinner. Just microwave the potatoes and dinner will be ready in a snap.
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Beefy Sweet Potato Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
There's no better way to warm up than with a bowl of this chili. We created this recipe with friends when we lived in Seattle, where cold and rainy days are plentiful. Sweet potatoes are the secret ingredient, but even if you leave them out, you'll still have a tasty basic chili. —Jonell Tempero, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 471 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 956mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 8g fiber), 36g protein.
Usually there is some kind of twist to sweet potato dishes, but what if the twist were the sweet potatoes? This one-pot chili is elevated with the bit of sweetness.
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Sweet Potato Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
Cozy up to the fire with a plate of satisfyingly sweet cookies that taste like home. Serve them with a mug of hot chai tea or ice cold milk, and no one will be able to resist them. —Jacque Sue Meyer, Lohman, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 81 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
These satisfying cookies are a step above your traditional oatmeal and raisin ones. Cinnamon, pecans and raisins ensure well-rounded textures, spice and sweetness.
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Sweet Potato Waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
Cardamom and pecans really make the flavor of these special sweet potato waffles stand out. I make them when I have leftover sweet potatoes. —Mickey Turner, Grants Pass, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
2 waffles: 546 calories, 35g fat (14g saturated fat), 172mg cholesterol, 541mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 13g protein.
The overall taste of these sweet potato waffles is a bit earthy.
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Sweet Potato Tartlets
From the Recipe Creator:
My family can't resist sweet potatoes when they're mashed, placed in crunchy phyllo shells and topped with marshmallows. The bite-sized tarts are fun to eat too! —Marla Clark, Moriarty, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1 tartlet: 41 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 16mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.
These tartlets are not only fun to eat but also quick to make. You can add ginger if you want some spice.
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Sweet Potato Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
Tender sweet potatoes are tossed with crunchy nuts and chewy dried cherries for bursts of flavors and textures. —Fran Fehling, Staten Island, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 211 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
These tender sweet potatoes tossed with nuts and dried cherries create a textured salad. You can roast the sweet potatoes the day before.
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Sweet Potato Muffins with Cinnamon
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my own sweet potato muffin recipe, and I make it often. My five grandchildren think these are delicious treats. —Christine Johnson, Ricetown, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 225 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
These muffins are so moist that they’re almost cupcake-like. Especially with the cinnamon-sugar glaze on top, they’ll be a hit at any holiday party.
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Sweet Potato Cheesecake
From the Recipe Creator:
Family and friends can't seem to get enough of this deliciously different cheesecake that combines my two favorite desserts—sweet potato pie and cheesecake. I think the dessert tastes best if made 24 to 48 hours prior to serving. —Melanie Bauder, Manlius, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 489 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
This make-ahead marbled dessert is a combination of a sweet potato pie and cheesecake. It’s topped with a sugared sour cream frosting.
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Sweet Potato Enchilada Stack
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet potato stack has a spicy kick the whole family will love. Mexican flavors abound in this awesome enchilada stack jam-packed with black beans and sweet potato. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 457 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 804mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 29g protein.
This sweet potato enchilada stack has a spicy kick. Filled with black beans and sweet potato, it’s great for a potluck.
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Sweet Potato Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
I made sweet potato cakes for my kids when they were younger and they told me in their little voices, “Mommy, you’re the best baker.” Little did they know that was Mommy’s first attempt at homemade cake! —Billie Williams-Henderson, Bowie, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 519 calories, 36g fat (8g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 276mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
This sweet potato cake tastes just like a carrot cake, all the way down to the cream cheese frosting. It’s spiced wonderfully with a hidden walnut crunch.
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Sweet Potato Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
Ginger and peanut butter give this dazzling orange soup a really unique flavor. It has a mild, not spicy, taste with an Asian flair. —Hilda Fallas, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 213 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 655mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
This soup is mild and creamy even though it’s dairy free.
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Sweet Potato Biscuits
From the Recipe Creator:
We often think of sweet potatoes in a supporting role as a side dish—mashed, baked whole, cubed and roasted. Here's another thought: Why not give them a starring role for breakfast when made into biscuits? Served with cinnamon-honey butter, they're all kinds of awesome. —Cathy Bell, Joplin, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter: 186 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
These biscuits will be the star of your next breakfast. The honey butter and sweet potato don’t overpower each other and instead create a nice balance of sweetness.
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Southern Sweet Potato Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This Mississippi sweet potato pie is very popular in the South. It's a particular favorite at our house because we always have plenty of sweet potatoes in our garden. Try it with a dollop of whipped cream. —Bonnie Holcomb, Fulton, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 506 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
This is the perfect recipe for any leftover mashed sweet potatoes you might have from the holidays.
Sweet Potato Recipes FAQ
What are the best recipes to make with sweet potatoes?
There are so many amazing recipes with sweet potatoes that it’s hard to narrow down the best, but sweet potato pie, sweet potato casserole, sweet potato bread or muffins, and mashed sweet potatoes are favorites for good reason. These recipes use the natural flavor and silky texture of the potatoes to their advantage for tender bakes and custardy fillings. While many people prefer sweet potato recipes that skew sugary, the tubers also shine in savory dishes with spices, herbs or cheese, like soups and enchiladas.
Can you make sweet potato recipes on the stovetop?
Roasted and baked sweet potatoes are delicious, but you can also steam whole sweet potatoes, saute cubes, crisp shredded potatoes in a skillet, or simmer chunks in broth for soups, stews and chili recipes—all without turning on the oven. Shredded or finely chopped sweet potatoes will cook through faster than thick wedges, but regardless of the size, turn them frequently and adjust the heat as needed so the natural sugars in the potatoes do not burn.
How do you make sweet potato recipes healthy?
Healthy means different things to different people, but sweet potatoes are very nutrient-dense and versatile, so it’s easy to include them in high-protein, high-fiber or low-fat meals. Stirring cubed sweet potatoes into soups adds a dairy-free creamy bite from the velvety texture of the potato’s interior. Try topping half a warm sweet potato with Greek yogurt, berries and honey for a protein and fiber-packed breakfast or snack, or make it savory with a fried egg, salsa and cheese. Leave the skin on for even more nutrients.
