Sweet Potato Recipes That Make Every Holiday Table Complete

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What’s holiday dinner without sweet potatoes? This versatile ingredient can be used across a plethora of dishes that will satisfy anyone you gather with. Whether it be Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween or a cozy fall evening, sweet potatoes are the perfect way to complete a special meal.

In this collection, I’ve gathered 14 sweet potato recipes for your holiday table. These soups, casseroles, breads, and more will make you want to put on your sweater and start cooking.

Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary

Close-up of roasted sweet potato cubes garnished with rosemary and seasoning—a vibrant addition to your holiday table and a standout among sweet potato recipes. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

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These fast and simple roasted sweet potatoes with rosemary are the perfect holiday side dish. Roasting the potatoes increases the savory flavor that is sure to satisfy every taste bud.

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Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole with Canned Yams

A close-up of a sweet potato casserole topped with lightly toasted mini marshmallows, perfect for the holiday table and inspired by classic sweet potato recipes. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

This easy version of a classic sweet potato casserole is quintessential for family dinner. Brown sugar, maple syrup, marshmallows and vanilla will bode well for anyone with a sweet tooth. Serve old fashioned sweet potato casserole with canned yams alongside something savory for a balanced palate.

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Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Soup

A white bowl filled with creamy orange pumpkin and sweet potato soup, garnished with chopped herbs and red pepper flakes, sits on a woven placemat—perfect for holiday tables and fans of sweet potato recipes. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

This combination of fall flavors is sure to warm up your holiday guests. Sweet potato and pumpkin soup can also easily be adapted to be vegetarian or vegan.

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Roasted Spicy Sweet Potatoes

A plate of spicy roasted sweet potato wedges topped with pecans, served on a white platter—a festive addition to your holiday table and perfect for those seeking new sweet potato recipes. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Roasted spicy sweet potatoes are great for holiday guests who love a little spice in their lives. This recipe features pecans, maple syrup and cayenne for a dazzling combo of sweet, heat and crunch.

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Sweet Potato Muffins

A single pecan-and-oat-topped muffin sits on a white plate, with more muffins on a wooden board in the background—perfect for adding to your holiday table. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Sweet potato muffins are great as a holiday bread, dessert or even breakfast. Serve this treat at Thanksgiving or a Halloween party to please your guests. These muffins also work well as a grab and go snack.

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Crispy Brown Sugar Roasted Sweet Potatoes

A white bowl filled with crispy brown sugar roasted sweet potato cubes garnished with chopped herbs, perfect for adding to your holiday table, sits on a wooden surface. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Crispy brown sugar roasted sweet potatoes are encrusted with a sugar and spiced crunchy outside and are tender inside. This side dish is guaranteed to be a favorite at your holiday table. Cinnamon and brown sugar provide a perfect taste of fall.

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Praline Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole

A plate with a fork scooping up sweet potato casserole topped with toasted marshmallows sits next to a baking dish of the same casserole on a marble countertop—an inviting addition to any holiday table. — Image Credit: Blog Name Goes Here

Praline Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole is here to bring a crunch to your casserole. This sweet recipe can be made ahead of time and heated up before your special occasion. Your guests will be excited by the sweet, roasted aroma that wafts out of the oven.

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Maple Sweet Potatoes

Sliced, round sweet potatoes topped with walnuts and a glossy maple glaze, perfect for adding warmth and flavor to your holiday table. Served on a white plate with a spoon placed on the left side. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

These maple sweet potatoes will melt in your mouth. This holiday sweet potato recipe is a sweet and crunchy sensation featuring a maple glaze and walnuts. Everyone at the dinner table is guaranteed to ask for seconds.

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Sweet Potato Yeast Rolls

A plate with three golden, fluffy sweet potato yeast dinner roll, perfect for your holiday table. Two are split open and topped with slices of butter. A butter dish and kitchen towel are out of focus in the background. — Image Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop

These sweet potato yeast rolls are a sweet potato version of the classic holiday dinner roll. The pairing of sweet potato with honey adds the perfect amount of sweetness to this everyday bread. Serve this to guests in your home or bring this with you to Thanksgiving or Christmas.

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Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

A large bowl of mashed sweet potatoes topped with a pat of butter and garnished with a few sprigs of thyme. — Image Credit: A Paige of Positivity

Savory mashed sweet potatoes shows that mashed potatoes are better sweet! These rich and creamy potatoes are a great alternative to your usual holiday staple side. Plus, they feature some unique ingredients like hot sauce and elote seasoning if you desire a bit of tang in your potatoes.

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Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

A bowl of mixed greens salad with roasted sweet potatoes, red onion slices, cooked quinoa, and a fork. — Image Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coup

Sweet potato quinoa salad can serve as a great vegetable addition to your holiday table. Once your occasion is over, it’s a perfect leftover to pack for lunch. This salad is packed with both nutrients and deliciousness for a healthy way to ring in fall.

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Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili (vegan)

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese, corn chips, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a sprig of cilantro—perfect for adding warmth and comfort to your holiday table. — Image Credit: Damn Delicious

Sweet potato and lentil chili is the perfect fall soup to warm up vegans and meat eaters alike. Holiday guests can choose between garnishing their chili with cheese and Greek yogurt for a vegetarian version or foregoing the garnish for a completely vegan dish. This chili’s bold flavors are great for everyone!

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Sweet Potato Gratin

A baked casserole dish featuring scalloped potatoes topped with melted cheese, boasting browned edges and a golden crust—perfect for your holiday table. — Image Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop

Here’s a sweet potato version of grandma’s gratin. These cheesy, creamy potatoes pack a natural sweetness. A mix of thyme, sage and orange peel season the dish nicely.

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Sweet Potato Soup with Roasted Cauliflower Crumbles

A bowl of creamy orange sweet potato soup, topped with roasted cauliflower pieces and chopped green onions, served with a spoon. — Image Credit: Pinch of Yum

Sweet potato soup with roasted cauliflower crumbles features a silky base with a crispy topping for a divine layering of textures. The secret to the creaminess? Macadamia nuts. This soup is another recipe that can easily be made vegan or vegetarian but will satisfy all guests.

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