Sweet potato toast is an easy, fun breakfast or snack and there are tons of sweet and savory ways to top it! A delicious, healthy sub for bread that's gluten-free, vegan, paleo and whole 30 friendly.
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
Sweet Potato Toast
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled if desired
- Favorite toppings, such as peanut butter and banana, Nutella and berries, avocado, a fried egg, etc. (see notes for more ideas)
Instructions
- Slice sweet potato into ¼-inch long vertical slices.
- Turn the toaster all the way up to high and toast sweet potato slices twice. If yours isn’t fully cooked or slightly browned after two times, toast it a third time.
- Top with your favorite sweet or savory toppings and enjoy!
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Notes
- 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
- 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
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Haha, NOOOO not you too!
I'm so anti-trend when it comes to these things, but this one is definitely ANTI for me 😛
Kathryn says
How can you not love this Rebecca?!? It's quickly become a staple in our house!
Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says
I've never seen anything like this before, Kathryn! So neat! I do really love sweet potatoes and this is the perfect way to mix up breakfast or snack. Pretty much endless possibilities 🙂
You did a great job on your video, by the way! High five!!
Have a great weekend! xoxo
Kathryn says
It's such a fun and different breakfast - I hope you try it! Have a wonderful weekend my friend 😉
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
I SOOO need to try this!!
Kathryn says
You gotta do it Tara! It's amazing!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Looooove making sweet potato toasts. They make a great dessert with a schmear of chocolate spread.
Kathryn says
One of my favorite ways to top it! Except I call that breakfast... 😉
ALLIE says
I am definitely going to be hopping on the sweet potato toast train after seeing these pictures.
Kathryn says
Yay! You will be so happy you did 🙂
Jenna @ A Savory Feast says
This is so creative! I never would have thought to use sweet potato as toast. I bet it is so good toasted!
Kathryn says
It's great! Gets completely cooked and tender, but has a few good browned spots - so yummy!
Lauren Grant says
What a creative idea! I can't wait to try these and experiment with toppings!
Kathryn says
I'm all about the toppings 😉 Hope you give it a try!
Ellen says
Will it work in a toaster oven?
Kathryn says
Yes, I think it would work just as well in a toaster oven! You'll just need to see how long/how many times to toast it in the oven to get the sweet potato cooked all the way through and slightly browned - will just depend on how your toaster oven cooks. Hope you try it and let me know how it goes!
Kaila @ Healthy Helper Blog says
Isn't Kelsey's idea brilliant!?! I love that she created this! Your take on it is awesome too! Love the toppings!
Kathryn says
Yes, so brilliant! It's been such a fun new breakfast - and snack - for us!
Laura says
LOVE this post! So many different varieties! My 5 year old daughter saw these pics and said, "those look good!" Winner!
Kathryn says
Aww, yay! My own 5-year-old had the same reaction - and then wanted me to make another one for her 😉
Kelly @ Eat the Gains says
I tried this back when Kelsey posted it and was blown away. Who would of thought it!? Love your idea of black beans and cheese!
Kathryn says
Right?! Such a very cool idea! And yes, I love sweet potatoes with black beans in all forms!
Amanda @ The Pretend Baker says
This such a cool idea! I definitely have to try it. We went years without a toaster for some unknown reason and we've been obsessively toasting ever since we got one hahaha. Can't wait to make this tomorrow morning!
Kathryn says
Haha, this is a great way to break in your toaster Amanda! Hope you love it!!
Noosa52 says
I tried this and i think it works better if you turn the toaster down a fraction and cook 3 times. I found the edges were getting crispy and the centre still wet.
Kathryn says
Oh interesting... I tried turning mine down once and it didn't cook it through or get any toasted parts at all. But all toasters are a little different - thanks so much for sharing your tip and I'm glad you found what works for you!
Geralyn_D says
I happened to have a cooked but overly sweet Japanese white sweet potato when I read this article. Since I wasn't going to eat it (I thought and a shame since I had planted them in the garden lol) I sliced it up and fried in a bit of butter on the cast iron grill and wow! it tasted like French Toast! I topped a couple slices fried with some fermented bananas and gojis and even my carb addict hubby liked it.
Amy says
I just tried this and had to comment before I've even finished eating! It worked out perfectly for me. I toasted each slice 3 times. It was completely cooked and I topped the "toast" with scrambled eggs and avocado! This will change my life!
Kathryn says
I'm so happy to hear that Amy! It's pretty amazing, right?!
Lee Ann says
I don't have a pop up toaster. Would a toaster oven work for this? It looks delicious!!
Kathryn says
Hi Lee Ann - I haven't tried it in a toaster oven but I think that should work just fine! You may need to play with the temperature settings and decide if 2 or 3 times of toasting is right for yours. Hope you try it!
Kristina says
This is a genius idea! Can't wait to try it out
Kathryn says
I hope you do Kristina - it's pretty amazing!!
Joy owens says
Do you slice with a knife or a cheese slicer?
Kathryn says
Hi Joy, I use a knife to slice the sweet potato. Just make sure it's sharp and watch your fingers!
Sharon Beckas says
I am having a real hard time slicing it. I wish you would have included in this info tips on how to slice. I am a senior and this sounds great but I cannot seem to slice it easily. Any suggestions? preheat sweet potato?
Kathryn says
Hi Sharon! Yes, raw sweet potatoes can be difficult to slice since they are so hard. I have trouble with squash too. My best tip is a really large, sharp knife. You could also microwave the sweet potato for 1-2 minutes to soften it a bit and make it easier to slice. I hope that helps!
Sharon Beckas says
Yes, that helps, I so thank you for responding and understanding.
Mary-Ellen says
It might help to cut or use your peeler to make a flat base to put on your cutting board. It does waste a bit of potato but it can really help with cutting.
Kathryn says
That's a great tip! Makes it more stable and a little safer to cut, too. Thanks Mary Ellen!
Susie says
Use a mandolin!
Denise says
Please be careful off you use a mandoline. I cut the tip of my thumb off using one & I was only slicing a zucchini. I threw it directly in the trash on my way to the ER.
Kathryn Doherty says
Oh my goodness, I'm sorry! Yes, mandolines are extremely sharp. Mine came with a food holder that I use to press down on whatever I'm slicing, so my hands get nowhere near the blade. But you may want to avoid one of those all together and just use a regular knife to slice your sweet potatoes (which is what I usually do).
Rowena says
This toast was so yummy and being gluten free was a great alternative to bread. Lovely.
Kathryn says
I'm so glad to hear you loved it Rowena!!
Lia says
I love sweet potato toast with poached egg and smashed avacodo with a little salt and a little lemon juice. It is amazing! (Little salt and little lemon juice mixed up with the smashed avacodo)
Love it and so healthy
Pia Score says
Does it not drip and juices into the toaster?
Kathryn says
Nope - the sweet potato slices don't release any liquids while toasting. Hope you give it a try!
Pia Score says
I certainly will.... thank you!!
Emily says
This is amaZing! I LOVE sweet potato and I hate when I crave some and then have to wait forever to eat it. I NEVER thought to toast it! Thank you!
Kathryn says
I know what you mean - I'm not a very patient person 😉 This is such a great way to have it any time!
Rosalind says
Thanks for the recipe! I'm going to try this!
Kathryn says
Yay! I hope you love it Rosalind!
Sara says
Just tried this and after toasting I pan fried it in coconut oil for a a minute or so on each side. It was delicious.
Kathryn says
Oh yum! That sounds like a delicious way to finish it off Sara!
Misty says
I started the Whole 3o a couple of days ago and was looking for different types of things to make for breakfast. I found this on Pinterest. I made my first sweet potato toast today and topped it off with cashew butter, cinnamon, and coconut flakes. So yummy! Thanks for sharing your wonderful idea!
Misty
Kathryn says
Hi Misty! So glad you loved this - isn't it such a fun twist for breakfast?! I love your topping ideas too - YUM! Good luck with Whole 30 😊
Kathy says
What do you do about the potatoes falling through the slots?
Kathryn says
Hi Kathy, the sweet potato is cut into large slices so I don't think that should be an issue. I have both a stand-up toaster (as pictured above) and a toaster oven and haven't had a problem with the sweet potato slices falling through any cracks.