A lot is happening in work and life and finding time in between can often feel like a sport all by itself. From school and work to an undending chores list, life can feel overwhelmingly chaotic. If you’re someone looking to make wholesome snacks in between work breaks, let these scrummy Baked Sweet Potato Patties become your new best allies! From a spicy dash to being tender frominside and crispy from outside, these bite-sized delights are perfect snack solutions when you’re in need of something healthy, tasty, and quick to munch on.
Looking for a prep-ahead meal to store in your fridge, or a protein-packed snack and an appetizer bursting with veggies? These patties have got you covered! And the best part? Because we all desire snacks that feel loved in return, and these aren’t fried so you’re free to indulge pack your freezer without any guilt.
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Why You Should Not Miss Giving These Sweet Potato Patties a Try
Let’s dseak in to finally give this Sweet Potato Patties a try, but hold on! Before doing that, let’s chat a bit about why is cooking this dish is one of the best cookings skills to take on:
✅ Baked not fried so healthy and snack craving friendly lol – No more drowning in oil! Instead, amid a light oven hug, the Sweet Potato Patties crisp up and turn golden.
✅ Kid-Approved Taste: Healthy fried vegetable patties, which are good for your family, even if they are averse to veggies. (Pro tip: Call them “sweet potato nuggets” to make them more appealing to kids) If you’re looking for more kid-friendly veggie dishes, try our Cabbage Pancakes or Roasted Mini Peppers—they’re sneaky ways to add more veggies to their diet!
✅ Hyper-Easy To Make Ahead Of Time: Sprint on Sunday and save half the recipe to have snacks ready for the rest of the week. All you need to do is heat them up.
✅ Balanced Nutritionally: These are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, rich in fiber and can be added to almost any diet plan. While sweet potatoes are nutrient-dense, if you’re following a strict keto diet, you may want to check if they align with your macros. Learn more about sweet potatoes and keto diets here.
✅ Limitless Additions: Change up the spices, mix in cheese, or add more vegetables—this recipe allows you to do whatever you want.
Ingredients For Sweet Potato Patties (Simple & Easy To Find)
Everyone is busy these days and especially after work, so having easy to find ingredients is very helpful. Here is a list of what you will need:
1 large sweet potato (around 1 pound) – The most important ingredient! An ideal option has an even and firm texture.
1 Whole Egg: Used to bind ingredients and for non vegans, (flax eggs work for a vegan version!)
Superfine almond flour at 1/4 cup – Brings a nutty flavor and crispness. (Oat flour works too!)
Sea salt of 1/2 tsp- Reasoning, because taste matters.
Black pepper 1/4 tsp- A touch of a decent kick.
½ teaspoon curry powder – All warm and earthy. (If not, disregard it.)
½ teaspoon dried thyme – A pleasant herbaceous note.
Avocado oil spray – For achieving that stunning golden crust.
Optional Enhancements:
Garlic powder – Because everything is nicer with garlic.
Smoked paprika – For adding delicious smokiness.
Grated Parmesan – If you’re feeling cheesy and aren’t dairy-free.
Step-by-Step Directions To Prepare Sweet Potato Patties (So Easy You’ll Remember Them)
1. Preheat and Prep
Make sure your oven is set to 400°F (200°C).
Cover baking sheets with parchment paper (believe me, cleaning is easy this way).
Give it a light spray of avocado oil spray so the patties don’t stick.
2. Combine the Spice Blend
In a medium-sized bowl, combine:
1 egg
½ teaspoon of sea salt
¼ teaspoon of black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Once everything is fully combined, add the ¼ cup of almond flour and mix until smooth. Set aside.
3. Cook Sweet Potato (The Easy Way)
Poke a few holes into your sweet potato with a fork (this stops the sweet potato from exploding in the microwave, and yes that’s a real thing folks).
Microwave for 5 minutes per side until fork-tender.
Let it rest for five minutes (except if you like the game “hot potato” with your fingers!).
4. Peel and Mash
When you can handle it, peel the sweet potato. The skin should come off easily.
Using a fork, smash the sweet potato until it is smooth. (We are also being realistic here; it is okay to have some lumps.)
5. Mix Everything
Pour the sweet potato into the egg and spices blend.
Make sure you mix it well so that all components are incorporated. The final mixture should be thick and slightly tacky.
6. Shape and Bake
Scoop out 6 equal portions using a 4-tablespoon cookie scoop (but any spoon works as well) and place them onto the baking sheet.
Take a spatula and carefully flatten each mound into what resembles mini veggie burgers.
The golden secret to crispiness is to lightly spray the top with avocado oil.
7. Bake Until Golden Brown
First round of baking: 15 minutes.
Next, carefully flip the patties, spray again with oil, and bake until the patties are a golden brown and firm; this takes about 10 minutes.
Pro tip: To add crunchy texture, broil the patties for 1-2 minutes at the end, but keep a close eye. The patties change from golden to “oh no” in the blink of an eye.
Additional Toppings (Because It’s All In How You Serve It)
These Sweet Potato Patties taste great on their own but can be enhanced with some creativity.
Serve these appetizing golden patties alongside a greek yogurt dip made by mixing yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and dill.
Or try spicy mayo (mayo + sriracha).
🥗 In a Bowl:
Crumble over a kale salad with tahini dressing.
Pair with quinoa and roasted veggies for a power meal.
🍔 As a Burger:
Slide sweet potato patties between whole grain buns with avocado and sprouts.
🍳 For Breakfast:
Top of sweet potato patties with a fried egg and hot sauce. (You’re welcome.)
Kerensa’s Kitchen Secrets (Tips & Tricks)
Make Them Ahead: These Sweet Potato Patties freeze beautifully! Just reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Crispy Hack: For extra crunch, air-fry at 375°F for 10 minutes instead of baking.
Kid-Friendly Swap: To change the flavor profile for kids, omit the curry seasoning and add cinnamon for sweetness.
Confession: I once ate an entire batch of sweet potato patties straight off the tray while ‘quality testing’. No shame.
FAQs (All Your Burning Questions, Answered)
Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour?
Sure! Oat flour, breadcrumbs, or all-purpose flour work—though almond keeps them gluten-free.
Can I make this vegan?
Absolutely! Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water, let sit for 5 mins).
How long do leftovers last?
Fridge: 3 days (best reheated in the oven or toaster).
Freezer: 1 month (separated with parchment paper to avoid sticking).
Why do my Sweet Potato Patties break apart?
If the mixture is too moist, consider adding 1-2 tablespoons more of almond flour. If too dry, a splash of water helps!
Concluding Remarks (Because Every Bite Should Be a Celebration)
These sweet potato patties are evidence that healthy earing can be enjoyed without being tasteless. They’re crispy, full of flavor, and can accompany any meal—plus, they’re simple enough for anyone to make and healthy eating won’t feel overwhelming.
So go ahead: Example a batch for yourself, enjoy that first bite full of flavor while you give yourself some well earned praise for choosing health over mindless eating. And remember to tag me @HealthyDietRecipes as I love all your success in the kitchen!
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Baked Sweet Potato Patties
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Ingredients
- Avocado oil spray
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ cup almond flour – superfine; 1 ounce
- 1 sweet potato – large; 1 pound
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper marked as safe for high heat and spray it with oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, sea salt, black pepper, curry powder, and dried thyme. Mix in the almond flour. Set aside.
- Pierce the sweet potato all over with a fork. Microwave until tender, about 5 minutes per side.
- Allow the sweet potato to cool for 5 minutes until easier to handle, then peel and mash it well with a fork.
- Add the mashed sweet potato to the egg mixture. Mix well.
- Using a 4-tablespoon scoop, scoop six mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten the mounds with a spatula and spray them with oil.
- Bake the cakes for 15 minutes. Flip them to the other side, spray them with more oil, and bake until browned and set, 10 more minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This is not a low-carb recipe.
- The almond flour helps stabilize the mixture so that it’s not too soft. If you don’t mind gluten, you can use two tablespoons of all-purpose flour instead. The nutrition info will obviously change if you do.
- Instead of baking, you can fry the patties in oil over medium heat until golden and set, 3-4 minutes per side.
- This recipe makes six patties and can easily be doubled. The leftovers can be kept in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Gently reheat them in the microwave, or simply eat them cold.
- To freeze these patties, arrange them in a single layer in a freezer bag and freeze them for up to three months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 253 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 327 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g