Sweet Potato Recipes You’ll Love

Who loves sweet potatoes as much as I do? If you do, then you’re going to LOVE this collection of sweet potato recipes!

Before I get to the recipes, let’s talk about WHY you should be eating sweet potatoes. Okay, they taste good. So we’ve got that going for us. But what about nutrition?

Oh, yeah! Read on, friends. Let’s talk about dem health benefits.

Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes

• Great source of dietary fiber
• Exceptional source of Vitamin A
• Also a good source of the following nutrients: vitamin C, manganese, copper, vitamin B6, and copper
• High in antioxidants, especially beta-carotene
• Helps stabilize blood sugar levels
• Has anti-inflammatory properties
• Excellent source of prebiotics, which are essential to maintaining a healthy gut microbiome

Since I want your family and my family to eat a lot of the glorious, nutrient-dense sweet potato, I’ve gathered up the best of the best sweet potato recipes from Happy Healthy Mama and around the web.

I think everyone should eat sweet potatoes all year round!

Not sure how? That’s what I’m here for! Here are enough sweet potato recipes to last you the whole year. Find your new favorite!

Simple Sweet Potato Dinner Recipes

Dinner is the easiest meal to incorporate sweet potato recipes! These are simple, mostly quick recipes that have sweet potato as a star ingredient. 

Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Quinoa and Sweet Potato Enchilada Pie (Vegetarian) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato Noodles with 5-Minute Peanut Sauce (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Chipotle and Spinach (Vegetarian) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato Noodles with Jalapeño Lime Dressing (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Abra’s Kitchen

2-ingredient Sweet Potato Gnocchi (Vegan) from Savory Tooth

Southwestern Sweet Potato Skillet (Gluten Free) from Abra’s Kitchen

Sweet Potato Taco Bowls  (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from My Kitchen Love

Easy Sweet Potato Fritters (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from The Organic Kitchen

Sweet Potato Bulgur Bowl (Vegetarian) from Live-In Kitchen

Baked Sweet Potato Falafels (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Trinity’s Conscious Kitchen (vegan & gluten free) 

Thai Chicken Sweet Potato Noodle Bowls (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Allergy-Free Alaska

Honey Lime Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos  (Vegan and Glute Free) from Joy Food Sunshine

Veggie-Packed Taco Bowls with Roasted Sweet Potatoes  (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Bet on Dinner

Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Topping (Paleo, AIP, Gluten Free) from Healy Eats Real

Thai Sweet Potato Chickpea Mushroom Curry (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Jagruti’s Cooking Odyssey

Sweet Potato and Gouda Quesadillas (Vegetarian) from Simple Seasonal 

Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos (Vegetarian) from Salt and Lavender 

Stuffed Sweet Potato Recipes

Have you ever tried a stuffed sweet potato? I’m OBSESSED. They are a filling and healthy meal all in one! You’ve got to try one of these sweet potato recipes!

Southwest Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Chicken, Spinach, Mushroom, and Feta Stuffed Sweet Potato (Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Balsamic Roasted Grapes and Pistachio Roasted Sweet Potato (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Coconut Greens and Chickpea Loaded Sweet Potatoes (Vegan and Gluten Free) from The Seasoned Vegetable

Honey-Lime Chipotle Loaded Baked Sweet Potato (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Unsophisticook

Leftover Turkey Stuffed Cajun Sweet Potatoes (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Taste Abounds

Loaded Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potato (Gluten Free) from The Suburban SoapBox

Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Gluten Free) from Cookin’ Canuk

Roasted or Baked Sweet Potato Recipes

If ever in doubt, throw your sweet potatoes in the oven! Roasted sweet potatoes or baked sweet potatoes make tasty and nutritious side dishes for any meal.

Rosemary and Thyme Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Zesty Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Spicy Yogurt Dipping Sauce (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato Nachos (Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato “Toasts” Appetizer (Gluten Free and Vegetarian) from Happy Healthy Mama

Autumn Salad with Roasted Vegetables (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Healthy Loaded Sweet Potato Fries (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Seasoned Sprinkles

Greens with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pomegranate Seeds (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from The Organic Kitchen

Twice Baked Potato with Balsamic Onions and Goat Cheese (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Stacey Homemaker

Roasted Beet and Sweet Potatoes (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Know Your Produce

Addictive Sweet Potato Rounds (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Toaster Oven Love

Healthy Roasted Sweet Potato Stacks (Gluten Free) from Grits and Pinecones

Easy Sweet Potato Gratin (Gluten Free) from Bacon Fatte

Hasselback Sweet Potatoes (Gluten Free) from Living Sweet Moments

Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes from The Last Food Blog

Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Fries (Gluten Free) from Watch What U Eat

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Nachos (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Byte Sized Nutrition

Sweet Potato Soup/Stew/Chili Recipes

Soups and stews made with sweet potatoes are a great way to pack a lot of sweet potatoes into one meal! Whether you leave the sweet potato chunky or blend it into a velvety smooth finish, you’ll love these sweet potato recipes!

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Curried Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Creamy Sweet Potato Soup (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Crock Pot Coconut Curry Chickpea Lentil Soup (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Cold Busting Soup (Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Crock Pot Superfoods Vegan Chili (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama 

West African Chicken and Peanut Stew (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Pinch and Swirl

Easy Thai Sweet Potato Soup   (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Seasoned Sprinkles

Spiced Sweet Potato and Apple Soup  (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Easy Baby Meals

Sweet Potato Cauliflower Soup   (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Veggie Inspired

Chipotle Cheddar Sweet Potato Soup  (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from The Cook Report

Instant Pot Sweet Potato Kale Soup from Simply Happy Foodie

Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Kale Soup (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Farm Fresh Feasts

Sweet Potato Soup with Bacon from Cooking Chat

Sweet Potato Breakfast Recipes

Vegetables for breakfast?! YES!! Including vegetables for breakfast is easy with sweet potatoes not only because they are so delicious but also because they work well in pancakes and pair beautifully with eggs! Start your day with these sweet potato breakfast recipes.

Baked Eggs and Spinach in Sweet Potato Boats (Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

2-Ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

5-Ingredient Paleo Pancakes from Happy Healthy Mama

Vegetable Pancakes from Happy Healthy Mama

Purple Sweet Potato Buttermilk Waffles from Dude that Cookz

Paleo Sweet Potato Hash Brown Egg Cups (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Only Taste Matters

Sweet Potato Breakfast Skillet (Gluten Free and Dairy Free) from Don’t Go Bacon My Heart

Breakfast Sweet Potato with Apple Pie Filling (Gluten Free) from Looney for Food

Sweet Potato Gingerbread Waffles from The Muffin Myth

Healthy Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowls (Vegan and Gluten Free) from The Rustic Foodie

Healthy Sweet Potato Cinnamon Rolls from Happy Kitchen

Vegan Sweet Potato Pancakes with Caramel Sauce from A Virtual Vegan

Healthy Frittata with Smoked Salmon, Baby Kale, and Sweet Potato from Erica’s Recipes

Harissa Sweet Potato Hash with Baked Eggs from My Kitchen Love

Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes 

Yes, Sweet Potato Casseroles are a Thanksgiving table staple. However, many of these lovely sweet potato recipes are meant to be enjoyed all year! Which one will you try first?

Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Easy Apple and Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe from The Seasoned Mom.

Sweet Potato Quinoa Casserole (Vegetarian and Gluten Free) from Wendy Polisi

Cranberry Sweet Potato Casserole (Gluten Free) from Home Made Interest

Chunky Raisin Sweet Potato Casserole (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Vegan in the Freezer

Low Carb Sweet Potato Casserole  (Gluten Free) from Low Carb Yum

Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole from This Old Gal

Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole (Gluten Free) from Feast and Farm

Baking with Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potato recipes all incorporate ways you can bake with sweet potatoes! From muffins, cakes, to bread, using sweet potatoes in your baking boosts the nutrition! Go for it!

Flourless Sweet Potato Muffins (Dairy Free and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins with Sweet Potato (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Happy Healthy Mama

Sweet Potato Brownies (Dairy Free) from A Thing Shared

Gingerbread Sweet Potato Snack Cake (Dairy Free) from Nutritious Eats

Sweet Potato Pie with Sweet Potato Crust (Gluten Free) from Eat This, Cook That.

Rosemary Sweet Potato Rolls from Trial and Eater

Sweet Potato Oatmeal Muffins from The Schmidty Wife

Easy Sweet Potato Biscuits from Life as a Strawberry

Naturally Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Spoon Bread (Gluten Free) from MamaGourmand

Cinnamon Raisin Sweet Potato Bread (Paleo and vegan option) from Athletic Avocado

Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Muffins from Kidgredients

Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls from Beyond the Chicken Coop

Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Whipped Cream from Little Sweet Baker

Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Bars (Vegan and Gluten Free) from Oat and Sesame

Mini Paleo Sweet Potato Tarts from What Great Grandma Ate

Homemade Sweet Potato Flatbread (Vegan) from Happy Foods Tube

Sweet Potato Bread (Dairy Free) from Luci’s Morsels 

Sweet Potato Bourbon Bundt Cake from Valerie’s Kitchen

If you have any great sweet potato recipes you think I should add to the list, please leave the link in the comments!