Best 6 Crispy Sweet Potato Cakes Recipes

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Crispy sweet potato cakes are a delightful culinary treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a satisfyingly crispy exterior. Whether served as a savory side dish or a delectable appetizer, these golden-brown cakes offer a unique and captivating taste experience. With their vibrant orange hue and irresistible crunch, crispy sweet potato cakes are a popular choice for both casual gatherings and special occasions. In this article, we will explore the art of crafting the perfect crispy sweet potato cake, providing step-by-step guidance and uncovering the secrets to achieving that tantalizing crispiness. Be prepared to embark on a culinary journey as we unravel the secrets behind this delectable dish, transforming humble sweet potatoes into crispy culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO CAKES



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Savory sweet potato patties made with green onions, fresh cilantro and garlic.

Provided by Lyuba Brooke

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1.5 lbs sweet potatoes
1/3 cup diced green onions
1 egg
1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
1 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 large clove of garlic
salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for cooking

Steps:

  • To bake sweet potatoes: wash them well, poke a couple of holes with a knife, wrap in foil and bake at 350 until soft. Bake time will depend on how large are your sweet potatoes. If you get smaller ones, you can significantly decrease cooking time. Once done, cool until easy to handle and scoop out all the potato meat into the mixing bowl.
  • To boil sweet potatoes: wash, peel and cut them in half or in four pieces, depending on the size. Add cut sweet potato pieces to salted boiling water and cook until butter knife easily goes through. Drain and add them to the mixing bowl.
  • Mash sweet potatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Add green onions, cilantro, sour cream, egg, bread crumbs, grated garlic and mix well.
  • Add salt and pepper, mix well and taste to make sure you have enough.
  • Preheat a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add some vegetable oil.
  • Form sweet potato patties and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side. Use a small spatula and flip carefully.

CRISPY POTATO HORSERADISH CAKES



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 44m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 onion, grated
3 baking potatoes, like russets peeled and grated
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more, as needed
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons finely grated fresh horseradish
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
6 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
Fresh dill sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the onion and potato. Dust with the flour and mix to disperse it. Add the eggs, horseradish, lemon zest, fresh dill, salt, and pepper, and mix until well combined.
  • In a large non-stick saute pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once the bubbles from the butter subside, spoon 3 heaping tablespoons of the potato mixture into the saute pan. Repeat, making 8 to 12 pancakes. Cook pancakes about 4 minutes on each side, assuring that both sides are well browned and the potato is cooked through. Reduce the heat of the pan if the potato cakes are browning too quickly in order to make sure the inside is cooked completely. Remove the cakes to a paper towel lined plate as they finish, and season with salt while hot. You can cover them with foil and keep in a 200 degrees F oven to stay warm until ready to serve.
  • To serve, transfer potato cakes to a platter and dollop each one with creme fraiche. Top with a sprig of dill.

CRISPY SWEET POTATO WEDGES



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Baked sweet potato wedges are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. These are seasoned with a smoky, spicy blend that will have everybody coming back for more! Great thing about this recipe is you can adjust the seasoning to your desire. You want to add minced garlic, go ahead! You want these bad boys spicier, go for it!

Provided by Plant Based Life

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Roasted Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon cornstarch
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 medium sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, cornstarch, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3 wedges. Place in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil; toss to coat. Add spice mixture and stir with a rubber spatula or your hands until potatoes are completely coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the thickest parts of potato wedges are easily pierced with a fork, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 204.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CRISPY SWEET POTATO BAKE



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I make these sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving, and they were a big hit. The brown sugar gives it just the right amount of sweetness.

Provided by Brooke Thesen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup butter, melted
1 cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash. Measure 3 cups mashed sweet potato and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Beat sweet potatoes, brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract together with an electric hand mixer in a bowl until smooth and creamy; pour into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Pour 1/3 cup melted butter over pecans in a bowl; stir to coat. Add flour; stir until combined. Sprinkle pecan mixture over sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 131.4 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 261.9 mg, Sugar 28.5 g

CRISPY MASHED POTATO CAKES



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I love finding ways to use holiday leftovers. These potato cakes use the mashed potatoes, stuffing and breadcrumbs. To go all out, add meat and cheese. -Jeri Psikal, Norman, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 cup cooked stuffing
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup French-fried onions, crushed
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix potatoes, baking mix, stuffing and eggs until blended. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix onions and bread crumbs. Shape 1/4 cupfuls of the potato mixture into 3/4-in.-thick patties. Dip patties in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 35-40 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CRISPY SWEET POTATO CAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 14m

Yield 14 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups cooked sweet potatoes
1/2 cup chickpea flour
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons yogurt
2 tablespoons grape seed oil
Mango Chutney, for serving, recipe follows
About 1/4 cup/60 ml pineapple juice
About 1 1/2 ounces or 3 tablespoons/40 g chopped red onion
1 tablespoon/15 ml chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon/15 ml chat masala
About 1/2 teaspoon/2 ml salt
About 5 ounces/150 g mango chunks

Steps:

  • Mash the sweet potatoes in a bowl and then add the chickpea flour, garam masala, ginger, salt, cilantro, and yogurt. Mix well and then form into small patties about 2-inches in diameter.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties in batches so they have plenty of room to fry. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and crispy and cooked through.
  • Place the juice, onion, cilantro, chat masala, and salt in a food processor and process to a paste. Add the mango and pulse until the chunks are coarsely chopped. Chill until ready to serve.

Tips for Making Crispy Sweet Potato Cakes:

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes. This will give the cakes a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Grate the sweet potatoes finely. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Add some moisture to the batter. This can be done with eggs, milk, or yogurt.
  • Season the batter well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are a good starting point.
  • Cook the cakes over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
  • Serve the cakes warm with your favorite toppings. Maple syrup, butter, and sour cream are all great options.

Conclusion:

Crispy sweet potato cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy sweet potatoes, give these cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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