SWEET POTATO BAKE

SWEET POTATO BAKE 

A sweet potato bake is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, slightly sweet, and perfectly tender. It works as a holiday side dish, weeknight dinner addition, or vegetarian main. This recipe balances sweetness, spice, and richness for a high-value, crowd-pleasing dish.

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⭐ Why This Recipe Is Special

• Creamy and tender inside

• Slightly caramelized edges for depth of flavor

• Easily customizable: savory, cheesy, or lightly sweet

• Makes ahead for meal prep or entertaining

• Naturally gluten-free (with optional toppings)

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)

Base

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Creamy Layer

• ¾ cup heavy cream or half-and-half

• ¼ cup milk

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

• ½ tsp nutmeg (optional)

• 1–2 tbsp brown sugar or honey (optional)

• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional for savory version)

Topping Options

• 1 cup shredded cheddar, Gruyère, or mozzarella

• ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts

• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tbsp butter

• Optional: drizzle of honey for a sweet finish

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🔥 Instructions

1. Prep Oven

• Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F

• Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish

2. Layer Sweet Potatoes

1. Arrange half the sweet potato slices in the dish

2. Lightly season with salt and pepper

3. Pour half the creamy mixture over the layer

4. Repeat with remaining potatoes and cream

3. Add Topping

• Sprinkle with cheese, nuts, or breadcrumbs as desired

4. Bake

1. Cover loosely with foil

2. Bake 40 minutes

3. Remove foil and bake 20–25 minutes more until golden and bubbly

5. Serve

• Let rest 10 minutes before serving

• Optional: garnish with fresh herbs, a drizzle of honey, or extra nuts

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🍽 Serving Ideas

• Perfect with roast chicken, turkey, pork, or beef

• Pair with green salads or roasted vegetables

• Great for holiday feasts, brunch, or weeknight dinners

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🌱 Variations

• Savory: Skip sugar, add garlic, thyme, rosemary, or Parmesan

• Vegan: Use plant-based milk and butter, skip cheese

• Dessert-Style: Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and marshmallows on top

• Spicy: Sprinkle cayenne, smoked paprika, or chili flakes

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💡 Pro Tips

• Slice evenly for uniform cooking

• Soak slices in milk for 10 minutes for extra creaminess

• Bake covered first, then uncovered for golden topping

• Store leftovers refrigerated for 3–4 days

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🥗 Nutrition Highlights

• High in fiber, vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants

• Can be tailored to low-fat or dairy-free diets

• Balanced natural sweetness with creamy texture

OTHER RECIPES

BAKED SWEET POTATO RECIPE INGREDIENTS

• 3 c. mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/2 c. melted butter
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 c. sugar
• 2 eggs, well beaten
• 1 c. evaporated milk

Combine all the above and put in 2-quart casserole. TOPPING:

• 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 1/2 tbsp. butter
• 1/4 c. flour

BAKED SWEET POTATO RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS 

Combine and mix until crumbly. 

Sprinkle on top of first mixture, top with pecans. 

Bake at 325 degrees for 20 minutes...enjoy the baked sweet potato recipe ! baked-sweet-potatoes.recipe

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