Sweet Potato Recipes You Need to Try

A sweet potato is a fall staple that usually finds its way into dishes throughout the whole year. These are root vegetables that are packed with nutritional value and can be a great swap to regular potatoes. There are savory ways to use and of course sweet recipes to use this versatile vegetable.

Below are 10 sweet potato recipes to expand your collection and try something new.

Savory Sweet Potato Rounds

This roasted option includes salty elements that pair beautifully with the sweet potato. 

Candied Yams

A simple classic, this recipe stews the potatoes in a warm spiced syrup.

sweet potato

Cheesecake

Cheesecake works well with a variety of flavors. Sweet potatoes pair well with the creamy tanginess of the cheesecake. 

Mashed

Mashed is a quick and simple way to prepare sweet potatoes. This version includes a warm honey butter. This works well as a weeknight dinner side or for a holiday dinner. 

Casserole

Casserole or sometimes referred to as a southern soufflé is a common preparation style for sweet potatoes. This is topped with a crumble to add the extra layer of crunch and flavor. 

Sweet Potato Pie

A dish that’s on holiday tables across the country, sweet potato pie is steeped in tradition and the feel of community. This recipe will take you to a 

sweet potato pie recipe

Biscuits

Eat these for breakfast, a snack, or with dinner. They’re a creative, elevated twist on the southern classic.

sweet potato biscuits

Sweet Potato Cornbread

The added sweetness to this cornbread works well as a snack or with a hearty dinner. 

sweet potato cornbread

Au Gratin

Admittantly, this is an unconventional combination. The sweet potatoes combined with the creamy cheese creates an unexpected flavor that goes greatly together. 

sweet potato au gratin

Sweet Potato Cake 

Simple but impactful are words to describe this cake. Serve this at your next dinner party to wow your guests and yourself with this wonderful cake. 

sweet potato cake