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Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie with Rustic Crust

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Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie

Roasted sweet potatoes give this custard pie its deep orange-brown color and flavor. Browned butter, briefly infused with a cinnamon stick and whole cloves, adds a nutty, gently spiced note. Sweetened condensed milk supplies the dairy and sweetness, so the filling needs no separate sugar.

A blind-baked deep-dish crust helps keep the base dry and gives the pie its tall, rustic rim. Bake until the filling is set but still quivers slightly in the center, then cool it completely before slicing. Leave the whole pie plain to show its matte filling and golden crimp.

Ingredients for Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie

Close view of a cut sweet potato pie wedge showing smooth custard and flaky pastry
  • About 1 1/2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes (680g), enough to yield 2 cups roasted flesh
  • 1 refrigerated pie crust round, sized to fit a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick; 113g)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk (396g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

Use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk; evaporated milk does not provide the sweetness this filling relies on. A shallow 9-inch pie plate may not hold all the filling.

Yield: One 9-inch deep-dish pie, about 8 slices. Allow about 30 minutes of active work and roughly 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes total, including cooling.

How to Make Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie

Whole sweet potato pie in its dish, surrounded by pale linen and a wooden table
  1. Roast the sweet potatoes: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Prick the potatoes, place them on a lined baking sheet, and roast uncovered for about 45 to 70 minutes. Start checking at 45 minutes; a knife should slide easily through the thickest part. Cool until easy to handle, discard the skins, and measure 2 cups of flesh.
  2. Blind-bake the crust: Reduce the oven to 375°F (190°C) and let it reach temperature. Fit the pastry into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate, leaving enough overhang for a tall, irregular crimp. Chill briefly, then line with parchment or foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for about 20 minutes. Remove the lining and weights, then bake for 5 to 10 minutes more, until the base looks dry rather than raw or translucent. Let the shell cool.
  3. Brown and infuse the butter: Melt the butter in a small, preferably light-colored saucepan over medium heat. Stir or swirl frequently for about 5 to 8 minutes, until the milk solids turn amber-brown and smell nutty. Remove from the heat, add the cinnamon stick and cloves, and steep for about 5 minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick and all three cloves. Keep the browned milk solids in the butter and let it cool until warm, not hot.
  4. Blend the filling: Blend the measured sweet potato flesh until smooth. If it is visibly stringy, pass it through a food mill or fine-mesh sieve before blending. Blend in the warm browned butter, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Add the eggs last and blend just until combined.
  5. Fill and bake: Reduce the oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it reach temperature. Pour the filling into the cooled shell, keeping it below the crimped rim. Set the pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet and bake uncovered for about 50 to 65 minutes, starting checks at 45 minutes. If the crust darkens before the filling sets, loosely shield the rim with foil. The edges should look set, and the center should move only slightly as one mass when the plate is gently nudged.
  6. Cool completely: Transfer the pie to a wire rack and cool for about 2 to 3 hours. The bottom of the plate should no longer feel warm before you slice the pie or cover it for refrigeration.

How to Brown Butter Without Burning the Spices

Watch the milk solids beneath the foam rather than relying only on the clock. Take the pan off the heat when they turn amber-brown; blackened specks can taste bitter. Steeping the whole spices off heat flavors the butter without continuing to cook them. Count the cloves as you remove them so none end up in the filling.

How to Keep the Crust Crisp and the Filling Smooth

The weighted bake helps the tall crimp hold its shape, while the final bake without weights dries the base before the custard goes in. Let the shell cool before filling it. Measure the roasted flesh rather than relying on the size of the raw potatoes; if the flesh is stringy, sieving or milling removes fibers that blending alone may not smooth out.

How to Tell When the Pie Is Done

A wet-looking center that ripples separately from the edges needs more time. A center with a slight, unified quiver is ready to cool. Pie-plate depth and oven behavior can shift the baking time, so use that movement cue rather than the clock alone. A few fine cracks may appear as the pie cools.

Storing and Freezing the Pie

Serve the pie plain, or add whipped cream to individual slices if desired. Once the pie and plate are completely cool, loosely cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

For longer storage, wrap the cooled pie securely in multiple layers and freeze for up to 1 month for best quality. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator; the custard texture may change slightly. Serve the thawed pie at room temperature, or warm it in a 325°F (165°C) oven for about 15 minutes, shielding the crust if needed.

For another baked custard-style dessert, try Old-Fashioned Lemon Chess Pie.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per slice (1/8 of the pie): 450 calories, 8g protein, 24g fat, and 53g carbohydrates. Per 100g: approximately 330 calories, 6g protein, 18g fat, and 39g carbohydrates. Estimates exclude optional whipped cream and vary with the crust brand, sweet potato yield, and finished pie weight.

Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie

Roasted sweet potatoes, browned butter infused with cinnamon and cloves, and sweetened condensed milk make a smooth custard pie in a blind-baked crust.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 150 min
Total: 315 min
Servings: 8 Calories: 450 kcal per slice; 330 kcal per 100 g

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • 9-inch deep-dish pie plate
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • Pie weights or dried beans
  • Small saucepan
  • Blender
  • Fine-mesh sieve or food mill
  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

  • About 1 1/2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes (680 g), enough for 2 cups roasted flesh
  • 1 refrigerated pie crust round, sized for a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick; 113 g)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces; 396 g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Prick the sweet potatoes, place them on a lined baking sheet, and roast uncovered for 45 to 70 minutes, checking from 45 minutes, until a knife slides easily through the thickest part.
  2. Cool the sweet potatoes until easy to handle. Discard the skins and measure 2 cups of flesh.
  3. Reduce the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate, leaving enough overhang for a tall crimp. Chill briefly.
  4. Line the crust with parchment or foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for about 20 minutes. Remove the lining and weights, then bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the base looks dry. Let the shell cool.
  5. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir or swirl frequently for 5 to 8 minutes, until the milk solids turn amber-brown and smell nutty.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the cinnamon stick and cloves and steep for about 5 minutes. Remove and discard all the spices, then let the butter cool until warm, not hot.
  7. Blend the measured sweet potato flesh until smooth. If it is stringy, pass it through a food mill or fine-mesh sieve first.
  8. Blend in the warm browned butter, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Add the eggs last and blend just until combined.
  9. Reduce the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the filling into the cooled shell, keeping it below the crimped rim. Set the pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet.
  10. Bake uncovered for about 50 to 65 minutes, checking from 45 minutes. If the crust darkens before the filling sets, loosely shield the rim with foil. The edges should be set and the center should move only slightly as one mass when gently nudged.
  11. Transfer the pie to a wire rack and cool for 2 to 3 hours, until the plate no longer feels warm.

Tips

  • Use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk.
  • Watch the butter’s milk solids and remove it from the heat when they turn amber-brown; blackened specks can taste bitter.
  • Count the cloves as you remove them so none remain in the filling.
  • Measure the roasted sweet potato flesh rather than relying on the raw potato weight.
  • Use the center’s slight, unified quiver to judge doneness rather than relying on the clock alone.

Notes

Serve plain or with whipped cream on individual slices. Refrigerate the completely cooled pie, loosely covered, for up to 3 days. Freeze securely wrapped for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Serve at room temperature or warm at 325°F (165°C) for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 450 kcal per slice; 330 kcal per 100 g | Protein: 8 g per slice; 6 g per 100 g | Fat: 24 g per slice; 18 g per 100 g | Carbohydrates: 53 g per slice; 39 g per 100 g
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Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Bake with Walnuts

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Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Bake

Overlapping sweet potato rounds bake with thin apple slices and whole cranberries under a light cinnamon and brown-sugar glaze. The apples soften between the potatoes, while scattered walnuts add a lightly browned finish without hiding the layers.

The sweet potatoes go into the dish raw, so they need a covered bake to become tender. Check a slice from the center before uncovering; the cranberries and walnuts are added in stages so the berries stay recognizable and the nuts do not brown too soon.

Ingredients for Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Bake

Close view of glazed sweet potato rounds with tender apple slices, cranberries, and walnut pieces
  • 2 1/2 pounds orange-flesh sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into even 1/4-inch rounds (about 1,150g)
  • 2 medium firm baking apples, cored and thinly sliced (about 300g); peeling is optional
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh whole cranberries (about 150g)
  • 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (about 85g)
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar (about 70g)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 55g), plus a little more for the dish
  • 1/3 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt

How to Make Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Bake

Complete oval dish of cranberry apple sweet potato bake on a wooden table

Yield: 8 side-dish servings. Prep: 20–25 minutes. Bake: about 60–75 minutes, plus any extra covered time needed. Rest: 10 minutes.

  1. Prepare the dish: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) with a rack near the center. Lightly butter a 3-quart oval baking dish or a similar-capacity 9-by-13-inch dish. Slice the sweet potatoes evenly and core and thinly slice the apples.
  2. Mix the glaze: Whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, cider or juice, cinnamon, and salt until the sugar is evenly dispersed.
  3. Arrange the layers: Loosely overlap the sweet potato rounds in the dish, tucking most of the apple slices between them. Leave distinct potato rounds visible on top rather than piling the slices into a deep mound. Pour the glaze evenly over the layers and cover tightly with foil or a fitted lid.
  4. Bake covered: Bake for 35–40 minutes, until liquid begins bubbling around the edges. The potatoes do not need to be tender yet.
  5. Add the cranberries: Lift the cover away from you and scatter the whole cranberries over the potatoes. Cover again and bake for 15–20 minutes more. Starting around 50 minutes of total baking, test a thick sweet potato slice near the center with a fork. If it resists, keep baking covered and check again before adding the walnuts.
  6. Finish uncovered: When the center slice is fork-tender, uncover the dish and spoon a little pan glaze over any dry-looking rounds. Scatter the walnuts on top. Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until the walnuts are lightly browned and the surface is glossy. Tent loosely with foil if the nuts darken too quickly.
  7. Rest and serve: Let the bake stand for 10 minutes so the bubbling juices settle. Serve warm from the dish.

How Thin to Slice the Sweet Potatoes

Keep the raw sweet potato rounds close to 1/4 inch thick so they tenderize evenly while retaining their shape. A thick slice in the center is the best doneness test: slices at the edge may soften sooner. A shallow 9-by-13-inch dish may finish faster than a deeper oval dish, so extend the covered bake if the center still resists a fork.

When to Add the Cranberries and Walnuts

Adding whole cranberries partway through helps them remain visible, though some will split. Frozen whole cranberries also work: add them unthawed, separate any clumps, and allow a few extra minutes if needed. Dried cranberries are not a measure-for-measure substitute.

Save the walnuts for the uncovered finish so they brown without burning. Apples and cranberries release juice during the covered bake, so the glaze may look loose at first. The uncovered finish and 10-minute rest help it settle around the slices; avoid adding more cider unless the covered dish is drying out.

Serving, Make-Ahead, and Leftovers

Serve with roast turkey, chicken, or glazed ham and a less-sweet vegetable side such as green beans or roasted Brussels sprouts. For a separate side built around sliced sweet potatoes, try roasted sweet potato rounds with honey and feta.

To make ahead, bake through the covered phase with the cranberries, then cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat until the center is hot, add the walnuts, and finish uncovered.

Cool and refrigerate leftovers covered for up to four days. Reheat covered at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, then uncover briefly. Walnuts stored on the bake will have softened somewhat.

Freezing is not preferred because the apples and distinct layers may soften. If necessary, freeze the baked base without walnuts and add fresh walnuts when reheating; expect a change in texture.

Nutrition

Approximate per serving (1/8 of the bake): 310 calories, 5g protein, 13g fat, and 47g carbohydrates. Approximate per 100g of finished bake, assuming a cooked yield of about 1.7kg: 145 calories, 2g protein, 6g fat, and 22g carbohydrates. Values vary with ingredient size and moisture lost during baking.

Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Bake

Sweet potato rounds bake with apple slices, whole cranberries, and a cinnamon brown-sugar glaze, finished with walnuts.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep: 25 min
Cook: 75 min
Total: 110 min
Servings: 8 Calories: 310 kcal

Equipment

  • 3-quart baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds orange-flesh sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into even 1/4-inch rounds (about 1,150 g)
  • 2 medium firm baking apples, cored and thinly sliced (about 300 g; peeling optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh whole cranberries (about 150 g)
  • 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (about 85 g)
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar (about 70 g)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 55 g), plus a little more for the dish
  • 1/3 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), with a rack near the center. Lightly butter a 3-quart oval baking dish or a similar-capacity 9-by-13-inch dish.
  2. Whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, cider or apple juice, cinnamon, and salt until the sugar is evenly dispersed.
  3. Loosely overlap the sweet potato rounds in the dish, tucking most of the apple slices between them. Leave some potato rounds visible on top.
  4. Pour the glaze evenly over the layers and cover the dish tightly with foil or a fitted lid.
  5. Bake covered for 35–40 minutes, until liquid begins bubbling around the edges.
  6. Scatter the cranberries over the potatoes, cover again, and bake for 15–20 minutes more. Starting around 50 minutes of total baking, test a thick center slice with a fork. If it resists, continue baking covered and check again before adding the walnuts.
  7. When the center slice is fork-tender, uncover the dish and spoon some pan glaze over any dry-looking rounds. Scatter the walnuts on top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until the walnuts are lightly browned and the surface is glossy. Tent loosely with foil if the nuts darken too quickly.
  9. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Tips

  • Slice the sweet potatoes close to 1/4 inch thick so they cook evenly and hold their shape.
  • Test a thick slice from the center for doneness; slices near the edges may soften sooner.
  • Use a shallow 9-by-13-inch dish for a potentially faster bake, but keep baking covered if the center is still firm.
  • Add frozen cranberries unthawed, separating any clumps, and allow extra baking time if needed.
  • Add the walnuts only for the uncovered finish to help prevent them from burning.

Variations

  • Frozen Cranberry Version: Use frozen whole cranberries instead of fresh; add them unthawed and separate any clumps.

Notes

For make-ahead preparation, bake through the covered phase with the cranberries, cool, cover, and refrigerate; add walnuts before finishing uncovered. Refrigerate leftovers covered for up to four days and reheat covered at 350°F (175°C), uncovering briefly at the end. Freezing is not preferred because the apples and layers may soften.

Nutrition

Calories: 310 kcal | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 13 g | Carbohydrates: 47 g
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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey and Feta

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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta

These skin-on sweet potato rounds roast until their centers are tender and their edges have browned patches. Honey adds a glossy sweetness after roasting, while crumbled feta and parsley bring a salty, fresh finish.

Cut the rounds evenly and give them room on the pan. If 2 pounds of potatoes will not fit in a single layer, use a second sheet pan; crowded slices soften instead of browning.

Ingredients

Full platter of roasted sweet potato rounds with honey, feta, and parsley on a neutral tabletop
  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed, ends trimmed, and sliced crosswise into approximately 1/2-inch rounds (900g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese, about 3/4 cup loosely crumbled (85g)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Yield: 4 side-dish servings. Time: 15 minutes prep, 30–35 minutes roasting, plus a brief rest; about 50–55 minutes total.

Close view of honey-glossed sweet potato rounds with browned edges and feta crumbles

How to Roast Sweet Potato Rounds

  1. Preheat: Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set out one or two large rimmed sheet pans.
  2. Slice and season: Dry the scrubbed sweet potatoes and cut them into rounds about 1/2 inch thick. Toss with the olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Roast and flip: Arrange the rounds in a single layer with space between them, using a second pan if needed. Roast uncovered for about 15 minutes, then flip each round. If using two pans, switch their rack positions.
  4. Check for doneness: Roast for another 15–20 minutes. Begin checking around 28–30 minutes total: the centers should yield easily to a fork, the edges and undersides should have browned patches, and the rounds should stay intact when lifted.
  5. Finish: Transfer the rounds to a shallow platter and let stand for about 3 minutes. Drizzle with honey, then scatter the feta and parsley over the top. Serve warm.

How Thickness Affects Roasting Time

The 30–35 minute roasting window is for rounds approximately 1/2 inch thick. Keep the slices as even as possible so thin pieces do not darken while thicker ones remain firm. If you cut them thinner, start checking substantially earlier and rely on fork tenderness and browned edges rather than the clock alone.

How to Get Browned Edges

Overlapping rounds trap moisture and can turn pale and soft. Use two uncrowded pans rather than packing everything onto one. Expect tender centers and caramelized patches, not uniformly crisp slices.

When to Add Honey and Feta

Honey goes on after roasting in this version, giving the rounds a visible drizzle rather than a baked-on glaze. Let them stand briefly before adding the feta so it remains in distinct crumbles.

For a spicy finish, replace the regular honey with hot honey or add a small pinch of crushed red pepper flakes after roasting. A small pinch of lemon zest can be added with the parsley. For a different dish with similar flavors, try baked sweet potato fritters with hot honey and feta dip.

Serving and Storing Leftovers

Serve warm alongside roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, or salmon. For another sliced sweet potato side, see these garlic-herb sweet potato stacks.

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; the feta may soften. Reheat the rounds on a pan in a 375°F (190°C) oven for about 10 minutes, checking until heated through. If making them ahead, keep the toppings separate where practical and add honey, fresh feta, and parsley after reheating. The edges will be softer than when freshly roasted.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per serving, based on 4 servings: 335 calories, 7g protein, 12g fat, and 53g carbohydrates. Per 100g of combined ingredients before roasting: approximately 130 calories, 3g protein, 4g fat, and 20g carbohydrates. These are estimates; moisture loss during roasting changes the finished weight and per-100g values.

Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey and Feta

Skin-on sweet potato rounds roast until tender and browned, then get finished with honey, feta, and parsley.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 55 min
Servings: 4 Calories: 335 kcal

Equipment

  • Rimmed sheet pans
  • Shallow serving platter

Ingredients

For the sweet potatoes

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed, ends trimmed, and sliced crosswise into approximately 1/2-inch rounds (900g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For topping

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese, about 3/4 cup loosely crumbled (85g)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set out one or two large rimmed sheet pans.
  2. Dry the sweet potatoes and slice them into rounds about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Toss the rounds with the olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the rounds in a single layer with space between them, using a second pan if needed.
  5. Roast uncovered for about 15 minutes, then flip each round. If using two pans, switch their rack positions.
  6. Roast for another 15–20 minutes. Begin checking around 28–30 minutes total; the centers should yield easily to a fork and the edges and undersides should have browned patches.
  7. Transfer the rounds to a shallow platter and let stand for about 3 minutes.
  8. Drizzle with honey, scatter the feta and parsley over the top, and serve warm.

Tips

  • Cut the rounds evenly so they roast at the same rate.
  • Use two pans rather than crowding the slices; crowded rounds soften instead of browning.
  • Start checking for doneness around 28–30 minutes, especially if the rounds are thinner than 1/2 inch.
  • Expect tender centers and browned patches rather than uniformly crisp slices.
  • Add the honey after roasting and let the rounds stand briefly before topping with feta.

Variations

  • Spicy Honey: Use hot honey or add a small pinch of crushed red pepper flakes after roasting.
  • Lemon Parsley: Add a small pinch of lemon zest with the parsley.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on a pan in a 375°F (190°C) oven for about 10 minutes, until heated through; add the toppings after reheating when possible.

Nutrition

Calories: 335 kcal | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 12 g | Carbohydrates: 53 g
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Savory Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter & Garlic

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Savory Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter & Garlic

Whole-roasted sweet potatoes make a soft, vivid-orange base for this savory side dish. Mash them while warm, then whip briefly with cream, thyme, and garlic-infused brown butter. The goal is a creamy texture that still holds loose spoon swirls—not a perfectly smooth puree.

Some of the brown butter goes into the potatoes; the rest is drizzled over the serving bowl. A light scattering of toasted pecans and fresh thyme adds texture without turning the dish into a sweet topping.

Servings: About 8 side-dish servings. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 45–70 minutes, depending on potato size. Total: About 75–95 minutes, including cooling and finishing.

Ingredients

Close view of soft sweet potato swirls with brown butter, pecan pieces, and thyme leaves
  • 3 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, preferably similar in size (about 1,350g)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85g)
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, plus up to 2 tablespoons more as needed
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
  • 1/3 cup plain chopped pecans (about 35g)

How to Make Savory Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Full bowl of savory whipped sweet potatoes with brown butter, pecans, and thyme on a wood table
  1. Roast the potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes and space them apart on a rimmed, parchment-lined sheet pan. Roast uncovered for 45–70 minutes, checking smaller potatoes after 45 minutes. Each potato is ready when a skewer slides through the center without resistance and its skin looks wrinkled or loose.
  2. Peel and mash: Let the potatoes cool just until safe to handle, about 5–10 minutes. Remove the skins and put the warm flesh in a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher or sturdy fork until no firm pieces remain.
  3. Make the garlic brown butter: Melt the butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat. Swirl or stir as it cooks, watching closely once it foams. After about 4–7 minutes, the milk solids should be golden brown and smell nutty. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in the garlic for 30–60 seconds, then promptly transfer the butter and browned bits to a heatproof bowl. If the butter has black flecks or smells acrid, discard it and start again.
  4. Whip briefly: Warm the 1/4 cup cream. Add it to the potatoes with about 5 tablespoons of the garlic butter, 1 teaspoon thyme, the salt, and the pepper. Mix on low to medium-low with a hand mixer just until creamy and spoonable. Add up to 2 more tablespoons warm cream, a little at a time, only if needed. Stop when loose swirls hold their shape, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
  5. Toast and finish: If the pecans are not already toasted, stir them in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, until fragrant. Spoon the potatoes into a shallow serving bowl, making irregular swirls and hollows. Drizzle the remaining garlic brown butter into the hollows and scatter the pecans and remaining thyme lightly over the top. Serve warm.

Getting the Softly Whipped Texture

Potato size matters more than the roasting clock: a center that still resists a skewer will leave firm pieces in the mash. Once the potatoes are fully tender, mash them before using the mixer so they need only a short pass.

Start with 1/4 cup warm cream. The potatoes should fall easily from a spoon but still hold shallow ridges; add more cream only if they seem too stiff. Whole milk or half-and-half can replace the cream, though the result will be less rich. Add either gradually and judge by the same texture cue.

Serving and Make-Ahead

Serve the shared bowl alongside roast turkey, chicken, ham, or pork chops. For a crispier savory side another time, try smashed sweet potatoes with Parmesan and thyme.

To make the potatoes ahead, refrigerate the whipped mash in an airtight container, keeping the finishing butter, pecans, and thyme separate. Reheat the mash covered in a 350°F (175°C) oven until hot, about 15–20 minutes for a modest baking dish, or microwave it in intervals, stirring between them. Stir in a small splash of cream if needed, then transfer to a serving bowl and add the reserved toppings. Reheated potatoes may be less fluffy than freshly whipped ones.

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Cooled mash can also be frozen in a sealed container for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat it before adding fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Approximate per serving, based on 8 servings: 280 calories, 3g protein, 14g fat, and 36g carbohydrates. Approximate per 100g of finished potatoes: 175 calories, 2g protein, 9g fat, and 22g carbohydrates. Estimates include the initial 1/4 cup cream and will vary with roasting moisture loss, additional cream, and portion size.

Savory Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter & Garlic

Roasted sweet potatoes are briefly whipped with cream, thyme, and garlic brown butter, then finished with pecans.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 70 min
Total: 95 min
Servings: 8 Calories: 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rimmed sheet pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Light-colored skillet
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Potato masher
  • Hand mixer
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 3 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, preferably similar in size (about 1,350g)

Garlic Brown Butter and Potatoes

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85g)
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, plus up to 2 tablespoons more as needed
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided

Topping

  • 1/3 cup plain chopped pecans (about 35g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes and space them apart on a rimmed, parchment-lined sheet pan.
  2. Roast uncovered for 45–70 minutes, checking smaller potatoes after 45 minutes. They are ready when a skewer slides through the center without resistance and the skins look wrinkled or loose.
  3. Cool the potatoes for 5–10 minutes, until safe to handle. Remove the skins and place the warm flesh in a large bowl.
  4. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or sturdy fork until no firm pieces remain.
  5. Melt the butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat. Swirl or stir as it cooks, watching closely once it foams.
  6. Cook for about 4–7 minutes, until the milk solids are golden brown and smell nutty. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the garlic for 30–60 seconds.
  7. Transfer the butter and browned bits promptly to a heatproof bowl. Discard and remake the butter if it has black flecks or smells acrid.
  8. Warm the 1/4 cup cream. Add it to the potatoes with about 5 tablespoons of the garlic butter, 1 teaspoon thyme, the salt, and the pepper.
  9. Mix on low to medium-low with a hand mixer just until creamy and spoonable. Add up to 2 tablespoons more warm cream a little at a time if needed. Stop when loose swirls hold their shape, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
  10. If the pecans are not already toasted, stir them in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, until fragrant.
  11. Spoon the potatoes into a shallow serving bowl and make irregular swirls and hollows. Drizzle the remaining garlic brown butter into the hollows and scatter the pecans and remaining thyme over the top. Serve warm.

Tips

  • Use potatoes of similar size so they finish roasting at about the same time.
  • Check tenderness with a skewer rather than relying only on the roasting time.
  • Mash the potatoes before using the mixer to help prevent overmixing.
  • Start with 1/4 cup warm cream and add more only if the potatoes seem too stiff.
  • Stop mixing when the potatoes hold loose spoon swirls; they do not need to be perfectly smooth.

Variations

  • Whole Milk or Half-and-Half: Replace the heavy cream with whole milk or half-and-half, adding it gradually; the potatoes will be less rich.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze cooled mash for up to 3 months. Reheat covered in a 350°F (175°C) oven until hot or microwave in intervals, stirring between them; add a splash of cream if needed. Keep finishing butter, pecans, and thyme separate until serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280 kcal | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 14 g | Carbohydrates: 36 g
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Garlic-Herb Sweet Potato Stacks with Parmesan

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Sweet Potato Stacks

These savory sweet potato stacks bake upright in a muffin pan, then come out as individual portions with tender centers and browned, visibly layered edges. Butter, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and rosemary coat the thin rounds; a light sprinkle of Parmesan goes on near the end so it browns without hiding the layers.

Choose long, slender potatoes that fit the muffin cups, and slice them evenly. Stack height and slice thickness affect baking time, so check the center with a knife rather than relying on the clock alone.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Stacks

Wider view of sweet potato stacks arranged on a parchment-lined serving tray
  • About 2 pounds long, slender sweet potatoes, peeled (900g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (40g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan (30g)
  • Cooking spray or additional butter, for greasing the muffin pan
Close view of tender orange layers and browned edges on a sweet potato stack

How to Bake Sweet Potato Stacks

Yield: 12 stacks, or about 6 side-dish servings. Time: 20–25 minutes to prepare, 35–45 minutes to bake, and 5–10 minutes to rest.

  1. Preheat and grease: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) with a rack in the middle. Thoroughly grease all 12 cups of a standard muffin pan.
  2. Slice the potatoes: Cut the peeled sweet potatoes into approximately 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline with its hand guard or a sharp knife. Use rounds that fit inside a muffin cup without folding; set aside any tiny end pieces that cannot form stable layers.
  3. Coat the rounds: In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, most of the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add the potato slices and toss, separating any that cling together so each round gets coated.
  4. Build the stacks: Layer about 8–10 rounds in each muffin cup, placing smaller usable rounds near the bottom if needed. Fill to around the rim without packing the layers tightly. Spoon or brush any coating left in the bowl over the tops.
  5. Bake and check: Bake uncovered. Starting at 30 minutes, test a stack near the center of the pan with a thin knife. When the knife passes through most of the stack with only slight resistance, it is ready for the Parmesan. If the tops darken while the centers are still firm, tent the pan loosely with foil and continue baking.
  6. Add the Parmesan: Sprinkle a little over each stack, leaving the layered sides visible. Bake for another 5–8 minutes, until the cheese is lightly golden, the exposed potato edges are browned, and a knife reaches the bottom of a center stack with little resistance. Total baking time is approximately 35–45 minutes.
  7. Rest and lift: Let the stacks rest in the pan for 5–10 minutes. Run a thin knife around each cup, then lift each stack from underneath with a small spoon or offset spatula. Sprinkle with the reserved thyme and serve warm.

Choose and Slice the Sweet Potatoes

Long, slender sweet potatoes produce rounds that fit standard muffin cups with less trimming. Keep the slices close to 1/8 inch thick: thicker or uneven rounds can leave the centers firm after the tops have browned. If using a mandoline, keep the hand guard on and stop before the potato becomes too small to handle safely.

How to Tell When the Stacks Are Done

Browned tops do not always mean the middle is cooked. A thin knife should pass nearly to the bottom with little resistance, while the exposed edges should be golden brown with some darker spots. Taller stacks may need longer than the suggested range. Remove them once the centers are tender rather than continuing to bake until every layer looks crisp; the centers should stay soft, not mushy.

Remove the Stacks Without Breaking Them

Greased cups and a short rest help the layers hold together. Loosen each stack around the edge, then support its bottom as you lift instead of pulling on the top slices. For serving, transfer the finished stacks to a parchment-lined tray; the muffin pan, not the tray, is their baking vessel.

Serve one stack as an appetizer or two as a side with grilled chicken or steak. For a different shape with similar flavors, try smashed sweet potatoes.

How to Store and Reheat

Refrigerate cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days. To reheat, place the stacks on a baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes, until hot. Watch closely: the edges and Parmesan can brown quickly.

You can assemble the stacks a few hours ahead and keep the muffin pan refrigerated until baking. A cold pan may need more oven time, so use the knife test to judge doneness.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per side-dish serving (2 stacks): 225 calories, 5g protein, 10g fat, and 31g carbohydrates. Approximate values per 100g: 135 calories, 3g protein, 6g fat, and 19g carbohydrates. Values vary with potato size and the amount of fat used to grease the pan.

Sweet Potato Stacks

Thin sweet potato rounds are tossed with butter, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then baked in a muffin pan with Parmesan.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep: 25 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 80 min
Servings: 6 Calories: 225 kcal per serving (2 stacks)

Equipment

  • Standard 12-cup muffin pan
  • Mandoline or sharp knife
  • Large bowl
  • Thin knife
  • Small spoon or offset spatula

Ingredients

  • About 2 pounds long, slender sweet potatoes, peeled (900 g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (40 g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan (30 g)
  • Cooking spray or additional butter, for greasing the muffin pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) with a rack in the middle. Thoroughly grease all 12 cups of a standard muffin pan.
  2. Slice the peeled sweet potatoes into approximately 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline with its hand guard or a sharp knife. Set aside tiny end pieces that cannot form stable layers.
  3. Mix the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, most of the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. Add the potato slices and toss, separating any that cling together so each round is coated.
  5. Layer about 8–10 rounds in each muffin cup, placing smaller usable rounds near the bottom if needed. Fill to around the rim without packing the layers tightly.
  6. Spoon or brush any remaining coating over the tops.
  7. Bake uncovered. Starting at 30 minutes, test a stack near the center of the pan with a thin knife. When it passes through most of the stack with slight resistance, add the Parmesan. If the tops darken while the centers are firm, tent the pan loosely with foil and continue baking.
  8. Sprinkle a little Parmesan over each stack, leaving the layered sides visible. Bake another 5–8 minutes, until the cheese is lightly golden, the exposed edges are browned, and a knife reaches the bottom of a center stack with little resistance. Total baking time is approximately 35–45 minutes.
  9. Rest the stacks in the pan for 5–10 minutes. Run a thin knife around each cup, then lift each stack from underneath with a small spoon or offset spatula.
  10. Sprinkle with the reserved thyme and serve warm.

Tips

  • Choose long, slender sweet potatoes that fit inside the muffin cups.
  • Slice the potatoes evenly and close to 1/8 inch thick so the centers cook before the edges overbrown.
  • Use a mandoline hand guard and stop slicing when the potato is too small to handle safely.
  • Check doneness with a thin knife; taller stacks may need longer than the suggested baking time.
  • Let the stacks rest and support their bottoms when lifting to help keep the layers together.

Notes

Refrigerate cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days. Reheat on a baking sheet under the broiler for about 5 minutes, watching closely. Stacks can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated; a cold pan may need extra baking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 225 kcal per serving (2 stacks) | Protein: 5 g per serving | Fat: 10 g per serving | Carbohydrates: 31 g per serving | Per 100g Calories: 135 kcal | Per 100g Protein: 3 g | Per 100g Fat: 6 g | Per 100g Carbohydrates: 19 g
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Soft Sweet Potato Rolls with Buttery Pull-Apart Tops

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Sweet Potato Rolls

Sweet potato gives these yeast rolls a soft orange-tinted crumb and gentle sweetness. Bake 15 rolls close together in a 9-by-13-inch pan, and they rise into a pull-apart block with tender sides and golden, butter-brushed tops.

The dough needs two rises and should remain slightly tacky after kneading. Sweet potato puree varies in moisture, so add extra flour only if the kneaded dough is too wet to shape. With prepared puree, allow about 2 1/2 to 3 hours from mixing to serving.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Rolls

Close view of a torn sweet potato roll showing fluffy orange-tinted crumb and softened butter
  • 1 cup plain, smooth sweet potato puree, cooled (245g)
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (450g), plus up to 1/4 cup more if needed
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (7g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons fine salt
  • 1/2 cup lukewarm whole milk (120g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (55g), for the dough
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (30g), for brushing
  • About 1 tablespoon softened butter (15g), for serving one torn roll
  • A little butter or neutral oil, for greasing

Use homemade or prepared unsweetened puree, not sweetened pie filling. Measure it after cooking and cooling, and mash or blend it until no large lumps remain.

How to Make Sweet Potato Rolls

Wider view of the pull-apart sweet potato rolls and a buttered serving piece on a wooden board
  1. Prepare the pan: Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan and a large rising bowl. Make sure the sweet potato puree is smooth and no longer hot.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the 3 3/4 cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the puree, lukewarm milk, egg, and cooled melted butter for the dough. Mix until no dry flour remains and a soft, somewhat sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead: Knead with a dough hook for about 8 to 10 minutes, or a little longer by hand, until smoother and stretchy. Slight tackiness is normal. If the kneaded dough is too wet to handle, add flour from the reserved 1/4 cup, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  4. Let the dough rise: Place it in the greased bowl, cover, and leave in a warm, draft-free spot until roughly doubled, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  5. Shape 15 rolls: Divide the dough into even portions, keeping the pieces you are not shaping loosely covered. Tuck the edges of each portion underneath to form a smooth ball with the seam on the bottom. Arrange the balls close together in three rows of five in the pan.
  6. Proof and preheat: Cover the pan with lightly greased plastic wrap or a roomy cover. Let the rolls rise until noticeably puffy and touching, about 35 to 60 minutes. During the latter part of this rise, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Bake: Remove the cover and bake uncovered on the center rack for about 20 to 25 minutes. Start checking at 20 minutes. The tops should have golden-brown patches, and the center rolls should look set, not wet or doughy, at their seams. If the tops brown before the center is baked through, shield them loosely and continue baking briefly.
  8. Butter and serve: Brush the hot tops with the 2 tablespoons melted butter. Rest in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer the joined rolls to a wooden board. Pull away one roll, tear it open, and spread it with the softened butter. Serve warm.

How Sticky Should the Dough Be?

Puree from different sweet potatoes can change how the dough feels. Knead before deciding it needs more flour: the dough should become stretchy but still cling slightly to your hands. Use the reserved flour only if it remains too wet to shape. Adding too much can make the rolls heavy or dry.

Proofing and Baking Cues

Follow the dough’s expansion as well as the clock. It should roughly double during the first rise; after shaping, the rolls should look puffy and meet their neighbors. That close spacing gives them soft, joined sides and gently squared tops.

The center rolls may bake more slowly than the edges, so check their seams before removing the pan. Puree moisture and pan material can change browning and timing; a very dark pan may brown the bottoms faster.

Serving and Storing Sweet Potato Rolls

Serve the rolls warm with butter alongside soup or stew. For another sweet potato bread, try sweet potato cornbread; creamy scalloped sweet potatoes make a separate side dish.

Cool leftover rolls completely, then store airtight at room temperature for 2 to 3 days for the best texture. Warm several rolls loosely wrapped in foil in a low oven until heated through. For longer keeping, tightly wrap and freeze cooled baked rolls for up to 2 months. Thaw and gently warm them before adding serving butter.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per roll, based on 15 rolls and including the butter for brushing and serving: 190 calories, 4g protein, 6g fat, and 28g carbohydrates. Approximate values per 100g of baked rolls: 315 calories, 7g protein, 10g fat, and 47g carbohydrates. Values vary with the puree, flour used, and moisture lost during baking.

Sweet Potato Rolls

Soft, lightly sweet yeast rolls made with sweet potato puree and baked close together for tender pull-apart sides.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep: 155 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 180 min
Servings: 15 Calories: 190 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-by-13-inch baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients

For the dough

  • 1 cup plain, smooth sweet potato puree, cooled (245 g)
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (450 g), plus up to 1/4 cup more if needed
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (7 g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25 g)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons fine salt
  • 1/2 cup lukewarm whole milk (120 g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (55 g)

For brushing and serving

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (30 g), for brushing
  • About 1 tablespoon softened butter (15 g), for serving one torn roll

For greasing

  • A little butter or neutral oil

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan and a large bowl. Make sure the sweet potato puree is smooth and no longer hot.
  2. Combine the 3 3/4 cups flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl or stand mixer. Add the puree, lukewarm milk, egg, and cooled melted butter for the dough. Mix until no dry flour remains and a soft, somewhat sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead with a dough hook for 8 to 10 minutes, or a little longer by hand, until the dough is smoother and stretchy. If it is too wet to handle, add reserved flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
  4. Place the dough in the greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot until roughly doubled, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into 15 even portions, keeping unshaped pieces loosely covered. Tuck the edges of each portion underneath to form a smooth ball with the seam on the bottom. Arrange the balls close together in three rows of five in the pan.
  6. Cover the pan with lightly greased plastic wrap or a roomy cover. Let the rolls rise until puffy and touching, about 35 to 60 minutes. During the latter part of the rise, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Uncover the rolls and bake on the center rack for 20 to 25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. The tops should have golden-brown patches and the center rolls should look set at their seams. If the tops brown before the center is baked through, loosely shield them and continue baking briefly.
  8. Brush the hot tops with the melted butter. Rest in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer the joined rolls to a board. Pull away a roll, tear it open, and spread with softened butter. Serve warm.

Tips

  • Use plain, unsweetened sweet potato puree, not sweetened pie filling.
  • Measure the puree after cooking and cooling, and mash or blend it until smooth.
  • Knead before adding extra flour; the dough should remain slightly tacky.
  • Add reserved flour only if the kneaded dough is too wet to shape, since too much flour can make the rolls heavy or dry.
  • Check the center rolls at their seams, as they may bake more slowly than the edges.

Notes

Cool leftover rolls completely and store airtight at room temperature for 2 to 3 days, or tightly wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat several rolls loosely wrapped in foil in a low oven; thaw frozen rolls before warming. Nutrition is approximate per roll, based on 15 rolls and including brushing and serving butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 190 kcal | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 6 g | Carbohydrates: 28 g
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chaat with Crispy Rounds

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Sweet Potato Chaat

These air-fried sweet potato rounds have a golden breadcrumb crust and the tangy, sweet-hot finish of chaat. Lemon and chaat masala balance the sweet potato, while yogurt, green chutney, and tamarind chutney add three distinct sauces. Softer, unbreaded sweet potato chaat is common too; the coating gives this plated version its crunch.

Cut the rounds evenly so their centers soften before the crumbs get too dark. Add the sauces just before serving, leaving some crust exposed for crisp bites.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Chaat

Close view of a cut sweet potato chaat round showing its orange center and crisp breadcrumb coating

Makes 4 appetizer servings. Prep time: about 20 minutes. Cook time: 18–22 minutes per batch. Total time: about 40–65 minutes, depending on air-fryer capacity.

  • About 1 lb sweet potatoes (2 medium; 450g)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (40g)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (about 15g)
  • About 1/3 cup water, adjusted as needed
  • About 3/4 cup fine dry breadcrumbs (75g)
  • Neutral oil spray, about 2 teaspoons oil total
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt (60g)
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind chutney
  • 3 tablespoons mint-coriander green chutney
  • 1 small fresh green chile, thinly sliced, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon finely cut fresh ginger

How to Make Sweet Potato Chaat in the Air Fryer

Full plate of four sweet potato chaat rounds, partly dressed with yogurt and chutneys
  1. Slice the sweet potatoes: Peel and cut into even rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Pat the surfaces dry so the coating adheres.
  2. Make the batter: Whisk the flour and cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Gradually add the water until the batter coats a dipped slice without running straight off. Put the breadcrumbs in a second shallow bowl.
  3. Bread the rounds: Dip each slice in batter, letting the excess drip off. Gently press both sides and the edges into the breadcrumbs. Lightly spray both sides with oil, using about 2 teaspoons oil in total.
  4. Air-fry in batches: Arrange the rounds in a spaced single layer in the basket or on the tray; do not stack them. Cook uncovered at 325°F (165°C), turning carefully after about 10 minutes. Start checking at 16 minutes; allow about 18–22 minutes per batch. The crumbs should be golden and crisp, and a thin knife should pass through the sweet potato center without meeting a firm core. Preheat only if your appliance’s instructions call for it.
  5. Prepare the toppings: While the rounds cook, stir the yogurt until spoonable. If needed, loosen it with a few drops of water. Have the chutneys, lemon juice, chaat masala, chile, and ginger ready.
  6. Season and serve: Let the rounds stand for about 2 minutes. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chaat masala, then arrange separately on plates. Spoon yogurt and both chutneys over some rounds, leaving others mostly uncovered. Scatter the chile and ginger over the rounds and serve immediately, with extra sauce alongside.

How to Tell When the Rounds Are Done

A golden coating can hide an undercooked center. Test a round near its middle with a thin knife; if you meet a firm spot, keep air-frying and check again. Slices thicker than 1/4 inch may need longer, and timing can differ between air fryers.

When to Add the Chutneys

Yogurt and chutneys soften the breadcrumb crust quickly, so add them at the table rather than while the rounds wait. Keep some rounds mostly bare and pass extra sauce for anyone who wants more. Green chutney can be hot as well as the fresh chile; start with fewer chile rings if needed. Taste before adding extra chaat masala or a pinch of salt, since prepared chutneys and chaat masala may already be salty.

Serving and Make-Ahead

Serve the rounds warm as a snack or appetizer. You can prepare the sauces and cut the garnishes before air-frying, but dress the rounds only when ready to eat. No reliable storage or reheating time is available for the assembled chaat, and sauced rounds should not be expected to stay crisp.

For another sweet potato appetizer, try these baked sweet potato fritters.

Nutrition

Approximate per appetizer serving (1/4 of the recipe): 310 calories, 7g protein, 5g fat, and 57g carbohydrates. Approximate per 100g of finished chaat: 160 calories, 4g protein, 3g fat, and 29g carbohydrates. Values vary with the chutneys, oil used, and moisture lost during cooking.

Sweet Potato Chaat

Air-fried breadcrumb-coated sweet potato rounds are finished with lemon, chaat masala, yogurt, and chutneys.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 22 min
Total: 65 min
Servings: 4 Calories: 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Shallow bowls
  • Whisk
  • Thin knife

Ingredients

For the sweet potatoes

  • About 1 lb sweet potatoes (2 medium; 450g)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (40g)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (about 15g)
  • About 1/3 cup water, adjusted as needed
  • About 3/4 cup fine dry breadcrumbs (75g)
  • Neutral oil spray, about 2 teaspoons oil total

For serving

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt (60g)
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind chutney
  • 3 tablespoons mint-coriander green chutney
  • 1 small fresh green chile, thinly sliced, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon finely cut fresh ginger

Instructions

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into even rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Pat the surfaces dry.
  2. Whisk the flour and cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Gradually whisk in water until the batter coats a dipped slice without running straight off.
  3. Place the breadcrumbs in a second shallow bowl.
  4. Dip each sweet potato slice in the batter and let excess drip off. Press both sides and the edges into the breadcrumbs.
  5. Lightly spray both sides of the rounds with oil, using about 2 teaspoons total.
  6. Arrange the rounds in a spaced single layer in the air fryer basket or on the tray. Cook uncovered at 325°F (165°C), turning carefully after about 10 minutes. Start checking at 16 minutes and cook for about 18–22 minutes per batch, until golden and crisp and a thin knife passes through the center without meeting a firm core. Preheat only if your appliance’s instructions call for it.
  7. While the rounds cook, stir the yogurt until spoonable, loosening it with a few drops of water if needed. Prepare the chutneys, lemon juice, chaat masala, chile, and ginger.
  8. Let the cooked rounds stand for about 2 minutes. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chaat masala.
  9. Arrange the rounds on plates. Spoon yogurt and both chutneys over some rounds, leaving others mostly uncovered. Scatter chile and ginger over the top and serve immediately with extra sauce alongside.

Tips

  • Cut the sweet potato rounds evenly and about 1/4 inch thick so they cook through before the breadcrumbs get too dark.
  • Pat the slices dry before dipping so the coating adheres.
  • Cook in spaced single layers without stacking; work in batches as needed.
  • Check a round near the center with a thin knife; continue cooking if you meet a firm spot.
  • Add yogurt and chutneys just before serving to help keep the breadcrumb crust crisp.
  • Taste before adding extra chaat masala or salt, since prepared chutneys and chaat masala may already be salty.

Notes

Prepare sauces and garnishes ahead, but dress the rounds just before eating. Sauced rounds will soften and should not be expected to stay crisp; no reliable storage or reheating time is available.

Nutrition

Calories: 310 kcal | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 5 g | Carbohydrates: 57 g
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Sweet Potato Cobbler With Brown Sugar Biscuit Topping

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Sweet Potato Cobbler

This biscuit-topped sweet potato cobbler has tender, recognizable chunks in a glossy brown-sugar-and-butter sauce. Uneven spoonfuls of dough bake into a golden, craggy topping, with a little sauce showing between them. Serve it warm in loose scoops with vanilla ice cream.

The potatoes start on the stove so they can become tender before the topping browns. Reducing any excess cooking liquid keeps the filling saucy without leaving the biscuit dough sitting over a pool of water.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Cobbler

Close view of sweet potato chunks and glossy sauce beneath the cobbler’s craggy biscuit topping

Filling

  • 2 lb sweet potatoes (900g before peeling), peeled and cut into roughly 3/4-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (105g)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (55g), plus a little more for the dish
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Drop-biscuit topping and serving

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180g)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (70g), cut into small pieces
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • About 1 pint vanilla ice cream, for serving

Makes 8 servings. Allow about 20 minutes to prepare, 45–55 minutes to cook, and 15 minutes to rest.

How to Make Sweet Potato Cobbler

Full dark plate of sweet potato cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream on a neutral table surface
  1. Prepare the oven and dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter an 8-inch-square baking dish or similarly sized 2-quart dish. Set it on a rimmed baking sheet to catch bubbling syrup.
  2. Simmer the sweet potatoes: Combine the sweet potatoes, brown sugar, 4 tablespoons butter, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for about 12–17 minutes, stirring gently once or twice. A fork should enter the chunks easily, but they should still hold their shape.
  3. Reduce the sauce if needed: If the liquid looks thin or plentiful, lift out the potatoes and simmer the liquid uncovered over medium heat until about 1/2–3/4 cup remains and it lightly coats a spoon, up to about 5 minutes. Return the potatoes, remove from the heat, and stir in the vanilla. The potatoes should be coated rather than submerged in thin liquid.
  4. Mix the topping: Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Work in the cold butter with a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture looks coarse. Stir in the milk just until no dry flour remains. The dough should be rough and spoonable, not smooth or pourable.
  5. Assemble: Spread the potatoes and syrup in the dish. Drop uneven spoonfuls of dough over the filling, leaving small gaps for the sauce to bubble through. Do not spread the dough into a smooth sheet.
  6. Bake and rest: Bake uncovered for about 30–35 minutes. Check the topping’s color at 25 minutes; if it browns too quickly, tent the dish loosely with foil. Start checking for doneness at 30 minutes. The thickest mound of topping should be golden and set, with no visibly wet dough, and the filling should bubble through gaps near the center. Rest for about 15 minutes before scooping.
  7. Serve: Spoon loose portions onto individual plates, including potato chunks, sauce, and topping in each. Add a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream directly on top just before serving.

How to Keep the Filling Saucy, Not Watery

Potato size affects simmering time, so use tenderness rather than the clock alone: a fork should slide into a chunk without the chunk falling apart. The potatoes will continue cooking in the oven.

If excess liquid needs reducing, remove the tender potatoes first so they do not break down while the sauce thickens. The reduced liquid should still flow, but lightly coat a spoon. Do not add more water to the baking dish.

Getting the Biscuit Topping Right

Stir the dough only until it is evenly moistened; extra mixing can make the topping dense. Leaving gaps between the spoonfuls also makes it easier to see whether the filling is bubbling near the center. Browned edges alone do not mean the thickest mound of dough is set.

A substantially wider dish will make the filling shallower and may brown the topping faster, so start checking its color early if you use one.

Serving and Storing Leftovers

The 15-minute rest lets the hot sauce settle while keeping the cobbler soft enough to scoop rather than slice. Add ice cream to individual servings, not to the baking dish.

Cover cooled leftovers without ice cream and refrigerate for up to about 4 days. Expect the topping to soften. Warm an individual portion in the microwave, or reheat the baking dish in the oven until warmed through; add fresh ice cream afterward. Freezing may change the biscuit topping’s texture, so a similar result after thawing is uncertain.

For a different cobbler style, try easy lemon cobbler. For another warm dessert served with ice cream, try apple crisp with buttery oat topping.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per serving, based on 8 servings with vanilla ice cream: 505 calories, 7g protein, 21g fat, and 76g carbohydrates. Approximate values per 100g of prepared cobbler and ice cream: 200 calories, 3g protein, 8g fat, and 30g carbohydrates. Values vary with scoop size, the ice cream used, and how much liquid evaporates during cooking.

Sweet Potato Cobbler

Tender sweet potato chunks bake in a brown-sugar butter sauce beneath a craggy drop-biscuit topping.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 50 min
Total: 85 min
Servings: 8 Calories: 505 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch-square or 2-quart baking dish
  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Pastry blender

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 lb sweet potatoes (900g before peeling), peeled and cut into roughly 3/4-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (105g)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (55g), plus a little more for the dish
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Drop-biscuit topping and serving

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180g)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (70g), cut into small pieces
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • About 1 pint vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter an 8-inch-square or similarly sized 2-quart baking dish and place it on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Combine the sweet potatoes, brown sugar, 4 tablespoons butter, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 12–17 minutes, stirring gently once or twice, until a fork enters the chunks easily but they still hold their shape.
  3. If the cooking liquid is thin or plentiful, lift out the potatoes and simmer the liquid uncovered over medium heat until about 1/2–3/4 cup remains and it lightly coats a spoon, up to about 5 minutes. Return the potatoes to the pan, remove from the heat, and stir in the vanilla.
  4. Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Work in the cold butter with a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture looks coarse. Stir in the milk just until no dry flour remains.
  5. Spread the potatoes and syrup in the prepared dish. Drop uneven spoonfuls of dough over the filling, leaving small gaps for the sauce to bubble through.
  6. Bake uncovered for about 30–35 minutes. Check the topping color at 25 minutes and loosely tent with foil if it browns too quickly. Starting at 30 minutes, check that the thickest mound is golden and set with no visibly wet dough, and that the filling bubbles through gaps near the center.
  7. Rest the cobbler for about 15 minutes before serving.
  8. Spoon loose portions onto plates, including potato chunks, sauce, and topping. Add vanilla ice cream just before serving.

Tips

  • Use tenderness, not just the simmering time, to judge the potatoes; a fork should slide in without the chunks falling apart.
  • If the sauce needs reducing, remove the potatoes first so they do not break down as the liquid thickens.
  • Keep the biscuit dough rough and spoonable, and stir only until evenly moistened to avoid a dense topping.
  • Leave gaps between dough spoonfuls so sauce can bubble through and you can check the center for doneness.
  • If using a substantially wider baking dish, check the topping color early because it may brown faster.

Notes

Refrigerate cooled leftovers without ice cream, covered, for up to about 4 days. The topping will soften; reheat individual portions in the microwave or the baking dish in the oven, then add fresh ice cream. Nutrition is approximate per serving with ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 505 kcal | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 21 g | Carbohydrates: 76 g
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Soup

Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup (Easy Stovetop Recipe)

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Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup

Sweet potatoes and tart apples simmer together in broth, then blend into a thick, pourable soup. Sharp cheddar goes in after blending, over low heat, so it melts into the pale golden-orange base without boiling. Each bowl gets a little more shredded cheddar, plus sour cream, chives, and crisp crouton crumbles.

This stovetop soup makes 6 servings of about 1 to 1 1/4 cups each. Allow about 15 minutes to prep and 30 minutes to cook.

Ingredients for Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup

Close view of creamy apple cheddar sweet potato soup with shredded cheddar, sour cream, chives, and crouton crumbles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 150g)
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into roughly 3/4-inch cubes (680g)
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 300g)
  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, plus more as needed
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar, divided (170g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to start, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup sour cream, for serving (75g)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, for serving
  • 1/3 cup toasted croutons, finely crushed, for serving

How to Make Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup

Wide view of a pot of apple cheddar sweet potato soup and two garnished white serving bowls
  1. Prepare the ingredients: Dice the onion, sweet potatoes, and apples. Shred the cheddar and set aside 1/2 cup for the bowls. Chop the chives and crush the croutons into small crumbles.
  2. Soften the onion: Heat the olive oil in a 5- to 6-quart soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until soft and translucent but not deeply browned.
  3. Simmer the produce: Add the sweet potatoes, apples, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low. Partially cover and simmer for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring periodically. Start checking at 18 minutes; both the sweet potatoes and apples should yield easily to a fork.
  4. Blend and adjust: Turn off the heat and let vigorous bubbling subside. Blend with an immersion blender, keeping its head submerged to prevent splatter, until mostly smooth. Stir in the milk. If the soup is pasty rather than pourable, add a little more broth or milk at a time until it flows readily from a ladle. If using a countertop blender, blend in small batches with a vented lid held under a towel.
  5. Melt in the cheddar: With the heat off or on low, stir the remaining 1 cup cheddar into the soup by handfuls, letting each addition melt before adding more. Taste before adding salt; the broth and cheese both contribute seasoning. Warm gently if needed, but do not let the soup boil.
  6. Garnish the bowls: Ladle the hot soup into individual bowls. Top each with reserved shredded cheddar, a dollop of sour cream, chives, and crouton crumbles. Add the crumbles just before serving so they stay crisp.

How to Keep the Cheddar Soup Smooth

Fully tender sweet potatoes and apples blend more evenly than pieces that are still firm. Add the freshly shredded cheddar only after blending, and stir it in gradually over low or no heat. Boiling the soup after the cheese melts can make the finish grainy.

Adjusting Sweetness and Thickness

Granny Smith apples add tartness to balance the sweet potatoes. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples also work, but may make the soup sweeter. Taste the finished soup before adjusting the salt, especially if your broth or cheddar is salty.

Sweet potatoes vary in starch content, and the soup thickens as it cools. Stir in warm broth or milk a little at a time whenever it needs loosening.

How to Store and Reheat the Soup

Refrigerate cooled soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping the toppings separate. It can be made up to 2 days ahead and garnished when served. Reheat over low heat, stirring often; add broth or milk if it has thickened.

For the best texture when freezing, stop after blending the apple-sweet-potato base, before adding the milk or cheddar. Cool and freeze the base for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight, reheat gently, then stir in the milk and cheddar as directed.

For another creamy vegetable soup, try Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup.

Nutrition

Approximate nutrition per serving, based on 6 servings and including the toppings: 320 calories, 11g protein, 15g fat, and 37g carbohydrates. Approximate values per 100g: 85 calories, 3g protein, 4g fat, and 10g carbohydrates. Values vary with the broth, cheddar, toppings, and any extra liquid used.

Apple Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup

Sweet potatoes and tart apples simmer in vegetable broth, then blend with milk and sharp cheddar for a smooth, savory soup.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
Servings: 6 Calories: 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 5- to 6-quart soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Immersion blender or countertop blender
  • Ladle

Ingredients

For the Soup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 150 g)
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into roughly 3/4-inch cubes (680 g)
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 300 g)
  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, plus more as needed
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar, divided (170 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For Serving

  • 1/3 cup sour cream (75 g)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
  • 1/3 cup toasted croutons, finely crushed

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, sweet potatoes, and apples. Shred the cheddar and set aside 1/2 cup for serving. Chop the chives and crush the croutons.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a 5- to 6-quart soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until soft and translucent.
  3. Add the sweet potatoes, apples, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  4. Partially cover and simmer for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring periodically, until the sweet potatoes and apples are easily pierced with a fork.
  5. Turn off the heat and let vigorous bubbling subside. Blend with an immersion blender until mostly smooth, keeping the blender head submerged. If using a countertop blender, blend in small batches with a vented lid held under a towel.
  6. Stir in the milk. If the soup is too thick to pour readily from a ladle, add more broth or milk a little at a time.
  7. With the heat off or on low, gradually stir in the remaining 1 cup cheddar, allowing each addition to melt before adding more. Taste and adjust the salt.
  8. Warm gently if needed, but do not let the soup boil. Ladle into bowls and top with the reserved cheddar, sour cream, chives, and crouton crumbles. Add the croutons just before serving.

Tips

  • Cook the sweet potatoes and apples until fully tender so they blend smoothly.
  • Add freshly shredded cheddar gradually after blending.
  • Do not boil the soup after adding the cheese, as it can become grainy.
  • Taste before adding more salt because the broth and cheddar may already be salty.
  • Loosen thickened soup with warm broth or milk a little at a time.

Variations

  • Sweeter Apple Soup: Use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples instead of Granny Smith for a sweeter soup.

Notes

Refrigerate cooled soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days, with toppings stored separately. Reheat gently over low heat, stirring often. To freeze for up to 2 months, freeze the blended base before adding milk or cheddar; thaw overnight and add them when reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 320 kcal | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 15 g | Carbohydrates: 37 g | Per 100g Calories: 85 kcal | Per 100g Protein: 3 g | Per 100g Fat: 4 g | Per 100g Carbohydrates: 10 g
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Baked Sweet Potato Fritters with Hot Honey & Feta Dip

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Sweet Potato Fritters with Hot Honey & Feta Dip

These baked sweet potato fritters are small, visibly grated patties with browned edges and tender centers. Squeezing out some moisture helps them hold their shape and brown instead of steam. Serve them warm over a thick whipped feta dip, then add hot honey, toasted almonds, and mint. Assemble the platter just before serving so the fritters keep their lightly crisp edges.

Prep: 20 minutes | Cook: 25–30 minutes | Total: 45–50 minutes | Yield: About 12–14 fritters; serves 4 as an appetizer or side

Ingredients

Full platter of sweet potato fritters over whipped feta with honey, almonds, and mint

For the fritters

  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled (680g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (16g), plus up to 1 tablespoon more if needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the dip and topping

  • 6 ounces feta cheese, drained and patted dry (170g)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds (12g)
  • About 2 tablespoons loosely packed small fresh mint leaves
Broken-open sweet potato fritter showing orange shreds and browned edges beside whipped feta

How to Bake the Sweet Potato Fritters

  1. Prepare the pan: Fully preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Grate and squeeze: Coarsely grate the sweet potatoes. Wrap the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out noticeable liquid. They should still feel damp, but should not release liquid into the mixing bowl.
  3. Mix and shape: Combine the shreds with the egg, 2 tablespoons flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Portion about 1/4 cup per fritter and press into roughly 1/2-inch-thick patties. If the mixture will not hold a patty, mix in up to 1 additional tablespoon flour. Arrange the patties about 1 inch apart, using a second sheet pan if needed. Lightly brush both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil total.
  4. Bake and flip: Bake uncovered for about 25–30 minutes. Check the undersides at 13–15 minutes; once they have begun to brown and set, flip gently with a wide spatula. Start checking overall browning at 25 minutes. The fritters are done when both sides have golden-brown patches, the edges look lightly crisp, and the centers are set rather than wet with loose shreds. Let stand on the pan for 2–3 minutes before moving.
  5. Whip the feta: While the fritters bake, blend the patted-dry feta, yogurt, lemon juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a food processor or blender. Scrape down the sides and blend until smooth and thick enough to spread. Start without added water, and taste before adding any salt.
  6. Assemble: If the almonds are not already toasted, toast them in a small skillet over low to medium-low heat until golden. Spread the feta dip across a shallow platter. Arrange the warm fritters loosely over it, leaving some dip visible. Drizzle with hot honey and scatter the almonds and mint on top.

How to Keep the Fritters Together

Wet shreds can make the patties spread and steam rather than brown. Squeeze out noticeable liquid without trying to dry the potatoes completely. The mixture should press into a patty without liquid pooling around it. Use the extra flour only if needed, and wait until the undersides have set before flipping.

How to Keep the Feta Dip Thick

Feta brine can thin the dip, so drain and pat the cheese dry before blending. The yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil should make it smooth without added water. A thick dip will stay visible around the fritters instead of running across the platter.

Serving and Storing

Plate the fritters shortly before serving; their undersides will soften if they sit on the dip. If hot honey is unavailable, stir a pinch of chili flakes into regular honey and use it as the finishing drizzle. For a different sauce pairing, try crispy sweet potato fritters with Sriracha mayo.

Store plain baked fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Refrigerate leftover dip separately, and add the honey only when serving. Reheat fritters in an oven or toaster oven until hot and the edges regain some crispness; a microwave will leave them softer.

Plain baked fritters can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Keep the dip and toppings separate rather than freezing the assembled platter.

Nutrition

Approximate per serving (1/4 of the recipe): 430 calories, 15g protein, 20g fat, 50g carbohydrates. Approximate per 100g of finished dish: 170 calories, 6g protein, 8g fat, 20g carbohydrates. Values are estimates; yogurt choice, optional extra flour, and moisture lost during baking will affect them.

Sweet Potato Fritters with Hot Honey & Feta Dip

Baked grated sweet potato patties are served over whipped feta with hot honey, toasted almonds, and mint.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 50 min
Servings: 4 Calories: 430 kcal per serving

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Box grater
  • Kitchen towel
  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor or blender
  • Wide spatula
  • Small skillet

Ingredients

For the fritters

  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled (680 g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (16 g), plus up to 1 tablespoon more if needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the dip and topping

  • 6 ounces feta cheese, drained and patted dry (170 g)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120 g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds (12 g)
  • About 2 tablespoons loosely packed small fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Coarsely grate the sweet potatoes. Wrap the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out noticeable liquid; the shreds should remain damp but not release liquid into the bowl.
  3. Combine the sweet potatoes, egg, 2 tablespoons flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. If the mixture will not hold its shape, mix in up to 1 additional tablespoon flour.
  4. Portion about 1/4 cup of mixture per fritter and press into patties about 1/2 inch thick. Arrange them about 1 inch apart, using a second baking sheet if needed.
  5. Lightly brush both sides of the patties with 1 tablespoon olive oil total.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes. Check the undersides after 13–15 minutes and flip gently with a wide spatula once they begin to brown and set. Bake until both sides have golden-brown patches, the edges are lightly crisp, and the centers are set. Let stand on the pan for 2–3 minutes.
  7. While the fritters bake, blend the feta, yogurt, lemon juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth and thick. Scrape down the sides as needed; do not add water.
  8. If needed, toast the almonds in a small skillet over low to medium-low heat until golden.
  9. Spread the feta dip on a shallow platter. Arrange the warm fritters over the dip, then drizzle with hot honey and top with almonds and mint. Assemble shortly before serving.

Tips

  • Squeeze out noticeable liquid from the grated potatoes so the fritters brown instead of steam.
  • Add the extra flour only if the mixture will not hold together when shaped.
  • Wait until the undersides have set and begun to brown before flipping.
  • Drain and pat the feta dry, and blend the dip without added water to keep it thick.
  • Assemble the platter just before serving to help the fritters keep their lightly crisp edges.

Variations

  • Chili-Flake Honey: Stir a pinch of chili flakes into regular honey and use it in place of hot honey.
  • Sriracha Mayo Pairing: Serve the fritters with Sriracha mayo instead of the whipped feta dip.

Notes

Refrigerate plain fritters and leftover dip separately for up to 4 days; add honey when serving. Reheat fritters in an oven or toaster oven until hot. Freeze plain fritters for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 430 kcal per serving | Protein: 15 g per serving | Fat: 20 g per serving | Carbohydrates: 50 g per serving | Per 100 G: 170 calories, 6 g protein, 8 g fat, 20 g carbohydrates
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