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25 Best Sweet Potato Recipes For Thanksgiving

Published: Jun 20, 2022 by Adriana · This post may contain affiliate links.

Are you looking for the best sweet potato recipes for Thanksgiving? When you think of Thanksgiving, you think of sweet potatoes. The two just go hand in hand. Growing up as a child, we always had them on our holiday table, but as I grew up, I was even more surprised to find out about all the different ways you can prepare them. 

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Sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious root vegetable. They are sweet, starchy, and packed with vitamins and minerals. Sweet potatoes can be eaten baked, boiled, mashed, or fried. They can also be used to make sweet potato fries, sweet potato pie, sweet potato casserole, sweet potato soup, and sweet potato chips. You can even make sweet potato pancakes and enjoy them with some maple syrup or unsalted butter.

The fact that they are so versatile and there are so many different ways to make a sweet potato dish is just one thing that makes this veggie so popular. But that's not all!

They also happen to be really good for you. Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber, beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and manganese. They are low in calories and fat, and they contain no cholesterol. This is also a good choice veggie if you're trying to get a picky child to eat more vegetables. Because of all the ways you can prepare them and the sweetness, they are more palatable. 

Sweet potatoes are native to Central America and were domesticated by the indigenous people of that region. Today, sweet potatoes are grown in many countries around the world, including the United States, China, India, Japan, and Kenya.

Best Sweet Potato Recipes For Thanksgiving

A favorite Thanksgiving side dish for turkey day these colorful sweet potato recipes will make this year's celebration better than ever. From sweet potato casseroles and pies to sweet potato breads and hearty fall salads, these mouthwatering options will be a pleasant surprise at the dinner table.

Grilled Sweet Potato Medallions

Better than fries, simple and delicious, these grilled sweet potato medallions are almost good enough for dessert, but they make the perfect side for your turkey too!

Spiced Apples & Sweet Potatoes

This combination makes for a sweet addition to any meal. A simple recipe that takes less than 30 minutes, (see recipe for a trick that makes this recipe work 😉

Sweet Potato Pine Nut Salad

So good! The combination of sweet potatoes and sweet peas, creamy toasted pine nuts, and a citrus vinaigrette is absolutely amazing and you'll love it when you try it!

Photo Credit: www.spendwithpennies.com

Baked Sweet Potato {Sweet or Savory}

Baked Sweet Potato is quite possibly the most delicious and nutritious veggie ever! A delicately sweet taste and fluffy interior make these oven-baked sweet potatoes the perfect side dish for your next meal!

Photo Credit: www.fromvalerieskitchen.com

Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes

These Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes are all dressed up for the holidays with a dusting of cinnamon and a sweet and creamy maple glaze. This easy sweet potato recipe is the perfect choice for your Thanksgiving menu.

Photo Credit: thecarrotunderground.com

Vegan Twice-Baked Yams

The simple yam (or sweet potato) just doubled its deliciousness! Wait until you take a bite of one of these hot from the oven. They're easy to make, yummy goodness!

Photo Credit: www.everydayfamilycooking.com

Baked Sweet Potato in the Air Fryer

Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes bake up fluffy and sweet on the inside and crispy on the outside. Impress all of your guests with this delicious and easy recipe!

Photo Credit: theforkedspoon.com

Savory Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

These Savory Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes are made with a handful of simple ingredients including fresh herbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and sweet potatoes, and roasted in the oven until perfectly tender and delicious. Full of mouthwatering flavor, these impressive roasted sweet potatoes are guaranteed to be your new favorite sweet potato side dish this holiday season.

Photo Credit: healthytasteoflife.com

Savory Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe (Vegan)

These healthy stuffed sweet potatoes (or yams) deliver a savory combination of caramelized onions, brown rice, cranberry, pecans, and bell peppers – all baked and finished with a balsamic maple glaze.

Sweet Potato Onion Pecan Salad

This delicious Sweet Potato Onion Pecan Salad topped by Molasses Honey Vinaigrette is a simple, beautiful salad that will delight your senses.

Photo Credit: www.simplystacie.net

Candied Sweet Potatoes

An easy side dish recipe that tastes like a dessert. Tender sweet potato rounds are covered in a rich, buttery glaze.

Photo Credit: www.mommafitlyndsey.com

Healthier Sweet Potato Casserole - Ruth Chris Copycat Recipe

This Ruth Chris Sweet Potato Casserole recipe is a healthier version of the steakhouse classic. Creamy, light, and delicious, this healthier sweet potato casserole is easy to make for Thanksgiving or whenever you are craving a delicious casserole bake! Made with no refined sugar and dairy-free, you are going to love adding this to your favorite Thanksgiving recipes!

Photo Credit: www.fromvalerieskitchen.com

Sweet Potato Pie

This old-fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe is a delicious alternative to pumpkin pie for the holidays. Fresh sweet potatoes and a cozy blend of seasonings create this irresistible holiday dessert.

Photo Credit: www.plattertalk.com

Sweet Potato Souffle

This easy sweet potato soufflé is a delicious holiday classic that can be made ahead of time to give you more time with family and less time in the kitchen during your holiday meal.

Photo Credit: easiermotherhood.com

Crockpot Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Butter

These easy crock pot sweet potatoes are the perfect Thanksgiving side dish. They’re low effort, delicious, and they don’t take up your precious oven space!

Photo Credit: healthyfamilyproject.com

No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream Made With Sweet Potatoes

Really want to wow your guests? Try this Chocolate Ice Cream Made with Sweet Potatoes! Surprisingly delicious and even healthy!

Photo Credit: www.cookingschooldropout.com

Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes

Make a flawless air fryer baked yam or sweet potato that is fluffy in the center and crisp on the outside in less time than it would take in the oven!

Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com

Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Gluten-Free, Paleo, Allergy-Free)

The easiest Vegan Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe is also the best! Just 3 ingredients for these healthy, creamy, dairy-free mashed sweet potatoes! Gluten-free, paleo, and allergy-free, you can make this side dish savory or sweet! Kid-friendly and perfect for a simple weeknight meal or a holiday dinner!

Photo Credit: apaigeofpositivity.com

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

These Savory Mashed Yams are so rich and creamy that they'll melt right in your mouth. Seasoned with butter, fresh herbs, and a little spice, they'll be the perfect addition to your holiday meal.

Photo Credit: www.twopinkpeonies.com

Copycat Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole {easy & delicious recipe}

This copycat Cracker Barrel sweet potato casserole is a wonderful dish to make at home for the holidays.

Photo Credit: www.bakingbeauty.net

Southern Sweet Potato Pie Bars

A flaky cream cheese crust filled with brown sugar sweet potatoes and topped with gooey marshmallows.

Photo Credit: anyreasonvegans.com

Sweet Potato Pie With Coconut Whipped Cream

This simple sweet potato pie dessert with a graham cracker crust and coconut whipped cream will impress all your guests. The flavors are cozy and festive for Thanksgiving and the Holiday season.

Photo Credit: garlicsaltandlime.com

Scalloped Sweet Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes Au Gratin, A Holiday Favorite

This delicious recipe features thin sweet potato medallions in a buttery brown sugar sauce spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Top it off with mini marshmallows and chopped pecans for the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dinner spread!

Photo Credit: www.everydayfamilycooking.com

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pineapple

Add some flair to your sweet potato casserole by adding pineapple! This sweet casserole will have everyone talking about it every year!

Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com

Tahini Mashed Purple Sweet Potatoes

There's nothing quite as comforting as a plate of mashed potatoes, but it's time to take it up a notch! Tahini Mashed Purple Sweet Potatoes will blow the traditional side dish out of the park! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and top 8 allergy-free! This purple mash will be the star of any family dinner!

Best Sweet Potato Recipes For Thanksgiving - Conclusion

Ah, sweet potatoes, is there anything they can't do? These humble spuds are not only delicious but they're also packed with nutrients. As you can see from this post, there are so many great ways to make them that you'll never get tired of adding sweet potatoes to your diet. While these are our favorite recipes for Thanksgiving, you also don't have to wait until the holidays to enjoy them. Eat them any time you want!

Do you have a favorite recipe from our list? Or one you're just itching to try for yourself? We'd love to hear about it!

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I'm Adriana and I LOVE cooking. I especially enjoy sharing my food with family and friends and seeing the delight in their eyes as they eat food they didn’t think they’d like.
 
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