Sweet potato toast is a delicious way to switch up your breakfast routine. Just slice a sweet potato, bake it in the oven, and top it with fresh ingredients. It’s as easy as that! Show
If you’ve been following me for awhile now, you know that sweet potato is a staple ingredient in my house. From appetizers to dinner recipes, this spud is such a fun and versatile ingredient to cook with. But when it comes to breakfast, I’m always searching for new ways to incorporate them into my meals. I’ve turned sweet potato into hash browns, spiralized egg nests, and whipped up a skillet breakfast hash. I’ve also baked sweet potato and roasted sweet potato. So here’s what’s next on the menu- sweet potato toast! This is the perfect gluten-free, veggie-forward alternative to using bread, especially for recipes such as the much loved “avocado toast.” Sweet Potato Toast Recipe VideoWant to see exactly how I make sweet potato toast, step-by-step? Give the video below a watch! What Type Of Sweet Potato To UseWith the many sweet potato types out there, it can get confusing. But here’s a few things to look out for when choosing the right spud for your toast:
Which Way To Cut Sweet Potato ToastYou’ll notice from the photos that I show two ways to cut sweet potato toast – lengthwise or into smaller rounds. Lengthwise provides for longer, more toast-like pieces but it can be more difficult to cut. Cutting the sweet potato into rounds is easier with either a knife or mandoline. Both are great options, it’s really up to you! How To Make Sweet Potato ToastIn just a few easy steps, you’ll have sweet potato toast you can use on the spot or store for your meal prep.
If you try to cook the raw sweet potato slices in your toaster it will take 5-8 “pushes” of the lever to get them cooked through. Which means it can actually take longer than cooking in the oven, so I don’t recommend it. It’s much more efficient and easier to use the oven. *Note: you can lightly oil the sweet potato toast before baking, if you’d like. I used to oil them (and I show it on the video), but lately I’ve opted for not oiling the sweet potato and it’s just as delicious. It’s up to you. How to Store Sweet Potato ToastIf you’re prepping this recipe ahead of time, you can store the sweet potato toast in your fridge for up to 5 days. Just let the pieces cool completely and stack them in a storage container, with parchment paper in between. Once you’re ready to eat, you can re-heat these slices by popping them into your toaster or toaster oven. You can also microwave them for 20-45 seconds to warm up. What to Make With ItJust like any open faced sandwich recipe, the topping options are endless! Here’s a few sweet and savory ideas to get you started.
And for a few more tasty ideas, make sure to watch my first Meal Prep video! How To Make Sweet Potato ToastSweet potato toast is a healthy, gluten-free alternative to bread! Learn how to make delicious sweet and savory sweet potato toast recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Calories: 22kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 14mg, Potassium: 88mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 3689IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 1mg ©Downshiftology. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Leave a comment below and share a photo on Instagram. Tag @downshiftology and hashtag it #downshiftology. How long does it take to bake a potato in a toaster oven?How to bake a potato in a toaster oven.. Preheat toaster oven to 400F.. Wash your potato very well and poke with a fork all over.. Rub oil, butter or bacon fat on it. ... . Bake directly on the toaster oven rack, uncovered for about 45 minutes for medium sized potatoes and 50-55 for large potatoes.. How long do you bake sweet potatoes and at what temperature?How to Bake Sweet Potatoes. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.. Use a fork to poke holes into the sweet potatoes, and set them on the baking sheet.. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the skin has puffed up and you can easily pierce them with a fork.. What temperature should baked sweet potatoes be?If you'd like a more precise indicator, insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the sweet potato. The internal temperature of a cooked sweet potato should read between 205- and 212-degrees Fahrenheit.
Is it safe to put sweet potato in the toaster?Toaster Instructions
Insert slices into toaster (similar to bread) and toast the slices on high. Alternatively, you can toast them in a toaster oven. After the sweet potatoes pop up from the toaster, check to see if they are fork tender, and toast longer if desired.
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