Hi friends! I have a game changing recipe to share with you today. Sweet potato toast. No really. This is serious magic. I didn’t believe this whole sweet potato in a toaster thing myself until I tried it. And then ate it for breakfast every single day for a week straight. I can’t stop - it’s so easy and so good! It’s also gluten-free, paleo, Whole 30 and vegan-friendly. And it’s an amazing, healthy way to start the day! So today I’m sharing with you how to make sweet potato toast, some tips and troubleshooting, and lots of different ideas for toppings, both sweet and savory. Let’s get right to it!
You can also check out my Google web story for this sweet potato toast recipe. And check out sweet potato nachos for another fun twist. Is there anything sweet potatoes can’t do? Now, I’ve got some notes and tips coming up on how to make sweet potato toast. Just tryin’ to be helpful. If you want to jump on down to the recipe, simply scroll right on through the rest of the text. The recipe card is near the bottom of the page, above the comments section.
Tips and Tricks:
Sweet potato size: Pay attention when you’re buying your sweet potato. Nice large round ones work best because you can get good slices out of them. Misshapen or curved ones aren’t as good for toast because you’ll waste more of the sweet potato. To peel or not: I prefer mine peeled (I just use a regular potato peeler) but you don’t have to. Potato slices: Slice your sweet potato into ¼ inch long vertical slices. Thicker ones won’t get cooked all the way through in the toaster. Be sure to use a really nice sharp knife to make the cutting easier. Whoops, you sliced it too thick? You can pierce the slice with a fork a few times and microwave it for 20-30 seconds before you toast it. This helps to cook it a little so it won’t be raw in the center while still giving you the toasted marks. Toaster settings: Turn your toaster all the way up to HIGH. Yes, all the way, as high as it goes. Trust me. Toast twice: Toast your slices at least TWICE. If your sweet potato toast doesn’t seem cooked all the way through or hasn’t browned, you can run it through a third time. Won’t hurt it one bit. In fact, I usually toast mine three times. Long pieces may stick out a bit from the toaster. That’s OK. I just flip them over in between toasting, so everything gets cooked.
Storage, extras and questions:
- I slice the entire sweet potato and keep the extra slices in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. They keep for over a week and are ready to toast straight from the fridge.
- You can also save any misshapen pieces or the small ends for a hash or breakfast scramble. (I hate wasting food!)
- No, the sweet potato doesn’t steam or get soggy or lose moisture in the toaster. It just cooks through and browns slightly in some areas.
- No, it doesn’t taste raw or tough at all in the middle. It gets cooked through and is soft and sweet and tender and delicious! Psst… If you love sweet potatoes like I do, check out my bourbon sweet potato casserole, a holiday favorite, mashed sweet potatoes and taco stuffed sweet potatoes. Or if you love fun and tasty breakfast ideas like me, check out oatmeal raisin breakfast cookies and banana bread baked oatmeal.
Now for the toppings on your sweet potato toast. Cause it’s all about the toppings!
Sweet topping ideas:
Peanut butter, banana and cinnamon (or almond butter) Peanut butter and raisins Honey butter and cinnamon Nutella; you can also add some fresh blueberries or strawberries or banana Cream cheese and a fruit jam Apple butter Drizzle of maple syrup or honey; can also add cinnamon or a sprinkle of chia seeds
Savory topping ideas:
Top with a fried egg, salt and pepper; can also add chili powder or hot sauce for a little kick Sliced or smashed avocado; can also add sliced tomatoes or a fried or poached egg Black beans and cheese: Run under the broiler to melt the cheese if you prefer; can also add a fried egg and/or some salsa and sliced green onions Tuna or chicken salad - great for serving as bread for a light lunch Grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil
I really hope you’ll give this sweet potato toast recipe a try soon! It’s sort-of a breakfast game changer. I’d love to hear what you think and what your favorite toppings are - I’m always up for trying new combos! Leave me a comment below or you can tag me on Instagram. Enjoy! XO, Kathryn Extra uncooked sweet potato slices can be stored in the refrigerator, in a plastic bag or container, for up to 7-10 days. Sweet potato size: Pay attention when you’re buying your sweet potato. Nice large round ones work best because you can get good slices out of them. Misshapen or curved ones aren’t as good for toast because you’ll waste more of the sweet potato. To peel or not: I prefer mine peeled (I just use a regular potato peeler) but you don’t have to. Potato slices: Slice your sweet potato into ¼ inch long vertical slices. Thicker ones won’t get cooked all the way through in the toaster. Be sure to use a really nice sharp knife to make the cutting easier. Whoops, you sliced it too thick? You can pierce the slice with a fork a few times and microwave it for 20-30 seconds before you toast it. This helps to cook it a little so it won’t be raw in the center while still giving you the toasted marks. Toaster settings: Turn your toaster all the way up to HIGH. Yes, all the way, as high as it goes. Trust me. Toast twice: Toast your slices at least TWICE. If your sweet potato toast doesn’t seem cooked all the way through or hasn’t browned, you can run it through a third time. Won’t hurt it one bit. In fact, I usually toast mine three times. Long pieces may stick out a bit from the toaster. That’s OK. I just flip them over in between toasting, so everything gets cooked. Sweet topping ideas:
Peanut butter, banana and cinnamon (or almond butter)Peanut butter and raisins Honey butter and cinnamonNutella; you can also add some fresh blueberries or strawberries or bananaCream cheese and a fruit jamApple butterDrizzle of maple syrup or honey; can also add cinnamon or a sprinkle of chia seeds
Savory topping ideas:
Top with a fried egg, salt and pepper; can also add chili powder or hot sauce for a little kickSliced or smashed avocado; can also add sliced tomatoes or a fried or poached eggBlack beans and cheese: Run under the broiler to melt the cheese if you prefer; can also add a fried egg and/or some salsa and sliced green onionsTuna or chicken salad – great for serving as bread for a light lunchGrated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil
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