7 Easy Toppings for Sweet Potato Toast

Trade-in your uninventive breakfast toast for the spud life. Sweet potato toast smothered in mouthwatering toppings will have you saying, “mmm, that’s my yam!“

Sweet potato toast is what you’d imagine this simple dish to be: sweet potato slices with a toasty twist. Yet, easy toast toppings give this delightful spud a heavenly glow up, making it a breakfast game-changer.

If your breakfast menu is in a rut, then look no further than a quick sweet potato toast recipe for an easy boost. Sweet potato toast is easy to prepare, gluten-free, and vegan, depending on which toppings you choose, to enjoy with your new, favorite breakfast. Discover how to make this easy breakfast recipe, plus learn about seven ways to shake it up—one for every day of the week!

Sweet Potato Toast

Recipe

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Wash and dry the sweet potato. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. Using a chef knife, slice the sweet potato lengthwise into even slices, about 1/4-inch thick, or into rounds.

3. Place the sweet potato slices on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the portions are lightly toasted. Enjoy with your favorite sweet and savory toppings.

Recipe Notes

Can I Toast My Sweet Potato Slices in the Toaster?

Yep, sure can! Sweet potato slices can go directly in the toaster, much like regular toast. However, if using a conventional toaster instead of a toaster oven, be prepared to babysit your breakfast, re-toasting your slices until they’re thoroughly toasted.

While many sweet potato toast recipes call for the slices to be toasted directly in the toaster, toasting takes much longer than baking. This is not exactly ideal for the morning rush. We recommend placing them in the oven. However, reheating leftover slices of sweet potato toast in the toaster is the best way to warm them, so they don’t become soggy in the microwave.

How Can I Make the Sweet Potato Easier to Cut?

Admittedly, sweet potato is not the easiest veggie to slice. Some find slicing the spud to desired thinness quite a challenge, even with the sharpest knives. To make cutting the sweet potato a more manageable task, simply microwave the sweet potato for a minute or two. The heat softens the potato and makes it much easier to slice.

Do You Leave the Peel on When Preparing Sweet Potato Toast?

It’s entirely up to you! To save time, you can leave the peel on or decide to remove the peel if you prefer. Don’t forget to give the sweet potatoes a good scrub with a vegetable brush before preparing them. No one wants a heaping helping of dirt in their breakfast dish.

Is Sweet Potato Toast Better for You Than Whole Wheat Toast?

Both sweet potatoes and whole wheat are considered healthy foods packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Sweet potato toast is a wholesome alternative for when regular toast gets, well, boring. Sweet potato toast is also an excellent option for those seeking a healthy gluten-free breakfast.

Whole wheat bread: 69 calories 11 carbs

Sweet potato: 114 calories 26 carbs

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Recipe By: Brittany Baxter

Seven Easy Delicious Toppings for Sweet Potato Toast

1. Almond Butter With Sliced Fruit

Slather your sweet potato toasts with smooth, nutty almond butter. Almond butter packs a punch with its nuttier, richer flavor when compared to peanut butter. Almond butter pairs beautifully with sliced fruits such as bananas, strawberries, and apples. It’s also an excellent peanut-free alternative for those seeking peanut allergy-friendly snacks. Those who prefer the smoother, sweeter taste of peanut butter can feel free to use it instead.

2. Avocado Sweet Potato Toast

The avocado toast trend is here to stay, and it’s only getting better! If you love whole-grain toast with mashed avocado, draped in a runny sunny side egg, then you’ll swoon over avocado sweet potato toast. Soft and caramelized notes of toasted sweet potato couple well with earthy avocado sprinkled with flakey sea salt and a spritz of lemon juice. Add a dash of chili flakes or a pinch of freshly cracked pepper for some added heat.

3. Eggs (Fried, Hard Boiled, Soft Boiled, Poached)

Transform your sweet potato toast into a heartier fare with a classic breakfast staple: eggs. Layer your toast with a fried egg, slices of bacon, and cheese for an open-faced breakfast sandwich. Or, try your hand at a Benedict twist by swapping out the English muffin for a healthier base layer of sweet potato toast.

In a morning rush? Hard-boiled eggs are easy to make ahead and store (shelled) in the refrigerator for up to a week.

4. Nutella and Sliced Fruit

Adding a schmear of Nutella to your sweet potato toast will undoubtedly make those with a major sweet tooth smile. Usually enjoyed on French toast and other gluten-laden foods, all can now enjoy Nutella on a gluten-free yet chocolate-forward breakfast. Add some more pizzazz to this luscious affair with your favorite seasonal fruits.

5. Hummus and Sliced Radish

Hummus and radishes may not be the first combination that comes to mind when envisioning easy toppings for sweet potato toast. However, this combo should be something you try at least once—we guarantee you’ll be blown away. This powerhouse duo come together to create mind-blowing flavor once added to sweet potato toast.

The spicy, peppery kick from the sliced radishes atop rich, creamy, garlicky hummus blends well with the sweet potatoes tender, mildly sweet flavor. This trio is a wonderful blend for either a light lunch or a quick wake-me-up breakfast.

6. Tomato Sauce and Cheese

Pizza doesn’t knead dough! Sweet potato toast is just another unique pizza crust for those looking for a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste. Load up toasted slices with your preferred tomato sauce and cheese, and place it back in the oven for melty, gooey cheese. Don’t stop there—top toast with shredded meats and various veggie toppings for a complete meal.

7. Ricotta or Cottage Cheese

Ricotta and cottage cheese aren’t just for lasagna. Spread these soft, mildly sweet cheeses on your sweet potato toast with a dollop of honey, along with some fruit. Although cottage cheese tends to be slightly sweeter with larger curds, the two kinds of cheese are very similar.