Sweet Potato Recipes To Make All Year Long
It’s that time of year when sweet potatoes get all the love (move aside, pumpkin)! Sweet potatoes have always been a favorite of mine. Growing up, I thought it was so cool to have dessert with dinner, AKA candied yams!
There is just something so cozy, rustic, and comforting about sweet potatoes. From their gorgeous orange color and that naturally sweet flavor, they are a powerhouse and Southern staple.
Today, I’ll be sharing five of the best sweet potato recipes you’ll want to make all year long, beyond sweet potato fries and sweet potato casserole.
So if you’ve got some fresh sweet potatoes and need recipe inspiration, check out these fan-favorites!
1. Sweet Potato Pie
I have three sweet potato pie recipes on Divascancook.com. This one, this one, and this one. The one I’m sharing above is my favorite and the one I return to over and over again. It starts with a homemade buttery pie crust that’s good enough to eat on its own!
Why you’ll love it:
- The filling is super creamy and velvety smooth thanks to the blender method. No lumps or dreaded sweet potato strings!
- It’s perfectly spiced and generous with the clove and cinnamon
- The finished texture has the perfect firmness.
2. Sweet Potato Cornbread
If you thought regular buttermilk cornbread was the perfect side dish for Southern meals, wait until you try this sweet potato cornbread recipe! This is one of my favorite sweet potato recipes because it’s such a unique spin on regular cornbread. You can make it sweet or savory, and it’s always a hit! It rounds out a hearty meal of collard greens or black eyed peas like a pro.
Why it works:
- Sweet potato puree adds moisture and tenderness.
- Doubles as a dessert or is paired with savory meals.
- Brushed with a brown sugar glaze!
3. Sweet Potato Biscuits
Tender, fluffy sweet potato biscuits are a must-try! Sweet potato puree and heavy whipping cream create a texture that nearly melts in your mouth! Serve these biscuits piping hot from the oven, slathered with the sweet potato cinnamon butter for a real treat!
Perfect for:
- Holiday dinners or autumn-themed brunches
- Simple ingredients
- Hearty breakfast sandwiches
4. Sweet Potato Brownies
If dense and chewy brownies are your thing and you’re game to try something a bit “different,” add these sweet potato brownies to the list! They are topped with a marshmallow glaze and pecans for flavors reminiscent of a delicious sweet potato pie!
What you’ll love:
- Perfect for a snack or to serve as a dessert.
- Great presentation and a true crowd pleaser.
- Amazing dense texture
5. Sweet Potato Pound Cake
Pound cake is one of the most popular Southern cakes there is! Now throw sweet potatoes in the mix and you’ve got something going on! This sweet potato pound cake is here to serve up all the Southern charm! With its sticky marshmallow glaze and pecans, you’ll think you’re eating sweet potato casserole in cake form!
Highlights:
- Beautiful orange colors
- Showstopper and looks gorgeous on the dessert table
- Natural sweet potato flavor enhanced with the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Honorable mentions
1. Roasted Sweet Potato & Broccoli Or Roasted Vegetables w/ Bacon
If you’re looking for sweet potato recipes that are savory, it doesn’t get any easier than roasting sweet potatoes with broccoli or other vegetables! Simply throw the vegetables in a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, add spices, salt, pepper, and herbs like thyme or rosemary, and bake until tender.
2. Glazed Sweet Potato Hand Pies
What’s better than eating a homemade sweet potato pie? Eating a portable version! I think I like these sweet potato hand pies better than the real thing! They start with a buttery pie crust, smooth and creamy sweet potato filling, and finish with a simple vanilla glaze.
3. Caramel Candied Yams
I couldn’t close out this post without sharing a recipe for candied yams! This recipes start with steaming the yams to retain that gorgeous orange color. It features a unique buttermilk glaze that tastes like a light caramel syrup. They are delicious and easy.
Sweet Potato Tips
Since we’re working with sweet potatoes, here are a few handy, dandy tips to keep in mind!
- Choose small to medium sweet potatoes. They cook more evenly, tend to be naturally sweeter, and don’t get stringy like oversized sweet potatoes sometimes do.
- Storing sweet potatoes in the fridge can alter their texture and flavor, making them tough or gummy. Keep them in a cool, dark pantry with good airflow instead.
- Roasting sweet potatoes intensifies their natural sweetness and creates a deeper, caramel-like flavor.
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