Sweet Potato Toast Variations (Print version)

Roasted sweet potato slices topped with creative combinations for a nutritious breakfast or snack alternative.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sweet Potato Base

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping Options

04 - 1 avocado, sliced
05 - 1/2 cup cottage cheese
06 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 tablespoons peanut butter
08 - 1 banana, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons granola
10 - 1 tablespoon honey
11 - 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
13 - 1/2 cup hummus
14 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
15 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
16 - Fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or basil to taste

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Slice sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices using a sharp knife.
03 - Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
04 - Arrange slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
05 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fork-tender and lightly browned.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Top sweet potato slices with desired toppings. Choose savory combinations such as avocado with cherry tomatoes, cottage cheese with chives, or hummus with feta. Alternatively, select sweet combinations such as peanut butter with banana and granola, or cottage cheese with honey and fresh fruit.
08 - Serve immediately while warm for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's naturally gluten-free without any weird substitutes or apologies, just real food that happens to work for everyone.
  • Your kitchen will smell like caramelized sweetness while these roast, and that smell alone makes mornings feel intentional.
  • You get to play with toppings like you're building something rather than just eating breakfast.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway flip during roasting—one side will brown much faster than the other, and flipping ensures even cooking and that crucial textural contrast.
  • If your sweet potato slices curl up or seem too crispy even for you, try running them through the toaster after roasting for just 30 seconds to warm them back up and soften slightly.
03 -
  • For extra crispiness, slide your roasted sweet potato slices into the toaster for just 30 seconds after coming out of the oven—it firms up the insides while intensifying the edges.
  • Prep your toppings before the sweet potatoes finish roasting so you're not standing in the kitchen waiting with hot slices while you chop avocado.
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