Move Over, Avocado Toast: 10 Sweet Potato Toast Recipes You Need to Try Now

Breakups can be hard, there’s no doubt about it. But if you don’t let go of the old, you’ll never know how great something new can be. It’s not always easy, but sometimes you just have to say goodbye to a relationship that’s gone stale (we’re lookin’ at you, avocado toast), so you can welcome something much sweeter into your life.

If you haven’t already guessed, we’re talking about our latest obsession and Instagram craze, sweet potato toast. Yep, that’s slices of sweet potato you put into the toaster (a few times over), then top with whatever you please, from poached eggs to peanut butter.

If you’re unsure about how to make the transition from avocado toast addict to sweet potato toast devotee, fear not: We’re here to help! We’ve rounded up 10 must-try sweet potato toast recipes that make for Pinterest-worthy breakfasts, desserts, and all the meals in between. (And if you can’t quite let go of avocado toast — we get it — don’t worry: We’ve included an avocado-topped sweet potato toast recipe or two, too.)

Sweet Potato Toast Breakfast Recipes

Avocado, Spinach, Prosciutto, And Poached Egg Sweet Potato Toast
via Downshiftology

Don’t want to break up with avocados for good? Then this recipe is just for you: It combines your favorite green fruit with leafy greens, prosciutto, and an egg, resulting in a healthy, mouth-watering breakfast.

Maple Syrup and Ginger-Topped Sweet Potato Toast
via It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken

If you’re looking or a sweet, yet simple take on the sweet potato toast trend, then opt for this recipe. After all, syrup shouldn’t just be for pancakes.

Sweet Potato Toast Bites with Avocado and Bacon
via Well Plated

This one’s for all the bacon lovers out there.

Sweet Potato Toast Lunch and Dinner Recipes

Sweet Potato Toast With Herby Beans
via Quite Good Food

We never knew beans could look so darn Instagram-worthy. This colorful dish makes for a protein and fiber-packed — pretty! — lunch or dinner.

Banana Peanut Butter Sweet Potato Toast
via Momables

The ultimate cure to your 3 o’clock munchies, this peanut butter-packed snack will leave you full, satisfied, and totally ready for afternoon tasks at hand, like tackling your oh-so-full email inbox.

Beef and Jalapeño Sweet Potato Toast
via View From the Fridge

If you’re looking to spice up your life (or just your snack) then this jalapeño concoction is for you.

Radish, Avocado, and Tomato Sweet Potato Toast Bites
via Blissful Basil

This vegan recipe is filled with nutrients, and also makes for an Instagram-worthy snap. Pretty #RADishing, right?

Salmon, Cucumber, and Poached Egg Sweet Potato Toast
via Downshiftology

What do you get when you take smoked salmon, top it off with a poached egg and cucumber on throw it on top of your sweet potato toast? Your new favorite breakfast-for-dinner recipe, that’s what.

Sweet Potato Toast Dessert Recipes

Caramelized Banana Sweet Potato Toast
via Sorted

This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to satisfy their sweet tooth: creamy caramel, cinnamon, and homemade Nutella are just a few of the drool-worthy ingredients going into this take on the sweet potato toast trend.

Pecan-Topped Sweet Potato Toast
via Stone Soup

If you’re looking for an easy-to-make dessert, look no further. This fall-inspired take on sweet potato toast is super simple and creative, so you’ll never have to worry about showing up with the same dessert as anyone else at the holiday potluck.

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