19 Sweet Potato Recipes Perfect for the Holidays

holiday sweet potato recipes

Sweet potatoes always seem to work their way into a holiday meal. Candied sweet potatoes and sweet potato casserole are staples, but there are other ways to enjoy a sweet potato. We’ve gathered 19 recipes you can make with sweet potatoes during the holidays. Of course, we’re sharing a couple of candied and casserole recipes. You’ll also find scones, biscuits, pies, soups, side dishes, and more. Any of these sweet potato recipes for the holidays will be a delicious addition to your menu.

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Yam Biscuits

“This is another mystery recipe, don’t know where it came from. they were good, nice something different than regular biscuits! – Jan
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Frosted Spicy Sweet Potato Bars

“For as long as I can remember, during the holidays my family has always gotten together to share in our holiday cookies. One of our favorite ones is these yummy Spicy Sweet Potato Bars.” – Brenda
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes

“A revised approach to an old traditional favorite, sweet potatoes. Roasted vegetables preserve the nutritional value and add a sweet savory taste to the Grande Dame of the South, the sweet potato.” – Sheri
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Old-Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes

“This is the way my mother served sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving and Christmas before she discovered the well-known sweet potato souffle recipe. As much as I love the souffle recipe, I still love these potatoes in this wonderful syrup.” – Diane
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Creamy Brie Sweet Potato Pecan Pie Soup

“A creamy sweet potato pie with flavours inspired by sweet potato pie with a pecan crust!” – Kevin
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Twice Baked Sweet Potato Casserole

“I had originally intended on making twice-baked sweet potatoes but couldn’t get the potatoes to keep their shape. So I came up with this casserole, which turned out great! It’s so sweet you might even want to serve it as a dessert!” – Natalie
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Sweet Potato Rolls

“My Gi-Ma would make these during the holidays. We all loved them. One year, well a few years, there would be fights over them… lol.” – Kadijah
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Dorothy’s Sweet Potato Pie

“This is one of my families favorite pies and the one that I sell most during the Thanksgiving holiday.” – Dorothy
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Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Topping

“I always go to this recipe for holidays. It’s so simple and delicious. I wouldn’t post this if it wasn’t amazing. The topping gives it a sweetness and a crunch with the pecans. It’s wonderful.” – Kristin
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Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

“These Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes are an old-fashioned recipe with simple ingredients. These sweet potatoes are a perfect addition to a holiday meal.” – Debbie
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Sweet Potato Cornbread With Cinnamon Honey Butter

“The sweet potatoes give this cornbread a delicious twist, and helps make it moist. It is wonderful served with the cinnamon butter while still warm.” – Lisa
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Sweet Potato Marshmallow Swirl Cheesecake

“I make a sweet potato souffle for the holidays that I’ve always said tastes like dessert. So, I wanted to turn it into a dessert. Here’s what I came up with!” – Jessica
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Sweet Potato Casserole Delight

“This sweet potato casserole is better than sweet potato pie! The pecan topping is perfect for those who do not like marshmallows in their sweet potato casserole.” – Tara
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Muffin Pan Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Gratins

“Individual sweet maple pecan sweet potato gratins made in a muffin pan!” – Kevin
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Sweet Potato Pie

“This is the best recipe! It was my great-grandmother’s. Of course, we top it with whipped cream!” – Kelsey “Rose”
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Thanksgiving Twice Baked Pumpkin Sweet Potatoes

“Sweet potatoes are a MUST have on our holiday menu and anytime throughout the year. We love them, especially my son! This dish can be prepared the night before and baked prior to serving.” – Megan
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Sweet Potato Dumplings

“These sweet potato dumplings are are a great appetizer to make year-round but are especially perfect to make around the holidays.” – Callie
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Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole

“A perfect pair.” – Jill
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Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pie

“This sweet potato pie is a pie my aunt always used to make and serve it with vanilla ice cream. A memory that I’ll never forget.” – Teresa