34 Sweet Potato Recipes for Your Fall Table
Sweet potatoes might be available year round, but they take center stage in the fall alongside cozy autumn flavors. And thanks to their impressive nutrition profile high in beta carotene, vitamins E and C, iron, potassium, and vitamin B6, you can feel good about adding them to just about any dish this season. From sweet and savory versions of sweet potato casserole to hearty soups and chilis to salads, seasonal sides and decadent cakes, check out a few of our favorite sweet potato recipes for fall in the slideshow below.
1. Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Pecan Topping
Nothing says fall like a classic sweet potato casserole. This recipe made with a brown sugar pecan topping will be the star of your Thanksgiving table.
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2. Teriyaki Steak and Sweet Potato Skewers
Fire up the grill for these Teriyaki Steak and Sweet Potato Skewers. Marinated sirloin steak pairs perfectly with grilled sweet potatoes, mushrooms and bell peppers in this quick and easy recipe.
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3. Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Trade your traditional sweet potato pie this autumn for a slice of Sweet Potato Cheesecake. The smooth and creamy sweet potato filling combined with fall flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg make this seasonal treat irresistible.
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4. Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Brown Butter and Crispy Sage
Making gnocchi from scratch is easier than you might think, and Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Brown Butter and Crispy Sage comes together with just a handful of simple ingredients. After boiling the gnocchi, sear them in brown butter, mix in a bit of cream, and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan or pecorino for an elegant and impressive fall dinner.
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5. Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Salad
Hearty and nutritious Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Salad features fresh arugula, feta cheese, toasted pecans, and a tangy tahini and lemon dressing. Serve this filling salad on its own as a main dish or as a colorful addition to any seasonal spread.
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6. Roasted Rosemary Beets and Sweet Potatoes
Made with just seven simple ingredients, these Roasted Rosemary Beets and Sweet Potatoes make a quick and easy side dish for any autumn meal.
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7. Red Thai Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cilantro and Peanuts
Looking for a new and creative idea for roasted sweet potatoes? The traditional dish gets a tasty upgrade in this recipe with peanuts and a creamy sauce made of Greek yogurt, red Thai chili paste and cilantro.
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8. Sweet Potato Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream
This Sweet Potato Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream is a perfect fall dessert that’s sure to impress all your friends and family members around the table this Thanksgiving.
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9. Easy Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese
Lighten up classic mac and cheese with the addition of sweet potatoes in this creamy and delicious recipe.
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10. Sweet Potato Fritters
Need a new fall appetizer recipe to serve guests this season? Crispy Sweet Potato Fritters with Greek yogurt and hot pepper jelly make a flavorful addition to any autumn spread.
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11. Rum-Glazed Sweet Potato Bundt Cake Bites
Seasonal sweet potatoes star in these boozy, fall-inspired Bundt cakes made with a sweet brown sugar and pecan glaze.
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12. Sweet Potato Butter
Creamy sweet potato butter makes a tasty topping for biscuits or toast in the fall.
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Fun fact: North Carolina is the country’s No. 1 producer of sweet potatoes.
13. Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
You may have tried Hasselback potatoes, but Hasselback Sweet Potatoes brushed in garlic butter and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese take the classic dish to a new level.
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14. Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls with Tahini Sauce
Made with roasted chickpeas, quinoa and fresh vegetables, these colorful Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls with Tahini Sauce are packed with protein for a complete, one-bowl meal that’s both healthy and filling.
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15. Sweet Potato Cornbread with Spiced Honey Butter
Sweet Potato Cornbread with Spiced Honey Butter makes a comforting complement to any bowl of soup or chili. Perfect for game days or weeknight meals, it might just become your new go-to cornbread recipe for fall.
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16. Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies
Sneak an extra dose of nutrients into your next batch of cookies with these Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies featuring mashed sweet potatoes alongside pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and chocolate chips for a fall-inspired twist on a favorite treat.
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17. Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
Not a fan of traditional sweet potato casseroles made with brown sugar and marshmallows? This savory take on the side dish gets its flavor from bacon, rosemary, shallots and Gruyere cheese.
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18. Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Sweet potatoes and seasonal apples mix with tasty pork tenderloin for a fall sheet-pan meal.
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19. Rustic Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Put a spin on traditional mashed potatoes by using sweet potatoes in this easy, quick recipe.
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20. Sweet Potato Pie Squares
A Southern favorite gets a healthy makeover in these bite-sized Sweet Potato Pie Squares. Made with a creamy sweet potato filling sandwiched between layers of oat and pecan crumble, these autumn-inspired treats are impossible to resist.
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21. Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Bisque
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22. Sweet Potato Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
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23. Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Curried Soup
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24. Sweet Potato Ice Cream Pie
Tired of traditional pumpkin and apple pies every fall? Mix up your dessert menu with a Sweet Potato Ice Cream Pie made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy sweet potato filling and a homemade whipped cream topping.
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25. Sweet Potato and Bacon Hash
Seasonal sweet potatoes star in our easy Sweet Potato and Bacon Hash with smoked paprika. Prep all the ingredients on a baking sheet ahead of time and all that’s left to do in the morning is pop it into the oven and enjoy.
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26. Cider-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Pork tenderloin brined and glazed with delicious apple cider pairs perfectly with mashed sweet potatoes.
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27. Sweet Potato Doughnut Holes with Cardamom-Orange Glaze
Bite-sized donut holes are the perfect breakfast treat. This fall-inspired recipe features mashed sweet potatoes mixed into the batter and a delicious cardamom-orange glaze for drizzling or dipping.
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28. Sorghum Sweet Potato Pancakes
Waking up is sweeter with a stack of Sorghum Sweet Potato Pancakes on the table. Pureed sweet potatoes, cinnamon, and sorghum give these fluffy homemade pancakes a delicious touch of seasonal flavor.
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29. Sweet Potato, Kraut and Bacon Chowder
This cozy Sweet Potato, Kraut and Bacon Chowder recipe by Vivan Howard is the perfect comfort food to make on a chilly fall evening.
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30. Arugula with Shaved Parmesan and Sweet Potato Skins
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31. Sweet Potato Chili
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Sweet Potato Chili made with turkey, sausage and garbanzo beans. Serve it alongside cornbread and a green salad for a complete meal.
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32. Sweet Potato Casserole Biscuits
This recipe combines classic homemade Southern biscuits with sweet potato casserole.
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33. Sweet Potato Hash with Poached Eggs
Serve a savory breakfast with this sweet potato hash recipe. Poached eggs add a nice texture.
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34. Sweet Potato Salad with Toasted Pecans
Put a sweet twist on traditional potato salad with this colorful sweet potato version.
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