Best 12 Sweet Potatoes With Cream Cheese Topping Recipes

SWEET POTATO CUPCAKES, BROWN SUGAR CREAM CHEESE FROSTING, CANDIED PECANS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cupcake pan with 18 paper liners, set aside.
• Make the sweet potato puree by processing the sweet potatoes in a food processor. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger and nutmeg.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and eggs. Add the dry ingredients. Whisk in the sweet potato puree. Fill each cupcake in the prepared pan three-quarters full of batter.
• Bake until the tops spring back when touched and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool.
• To assemble: Frost the cupcakes with the Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting. Sprinkle with the Candied Pecans.
• In a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese until creamy. Add the butter and beat until well incorporated. Add the light brown sugar and beat until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, beating until well incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and beat until combined.
• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
• Beat the egg white in a bowl until frothy; whisk 4 teaspoons water and the vanilla extract into the egg. Stir the sugar, cinnamon and salt into the egg mixture. Add the chopped pecans, stir to coat completely. Spread the pecans onto the baking sheet. Bake the pecans, stirring about every 20 minutes, until the coating forms a glaze, about 1 hour. Allow to cool on the baking sheet.

DOLLOPED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 10-13 minutes, turning twice. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice., Cut an "X" in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork. Dollop with cream cheese mixture.

SWEET POTATO CHEESECAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ).
• Mix together graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9 1/2-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes; remove from oven and set aside. Keep the oven on.
• Place potatoes in a baking dish. Bake until a knife inserted in center goes through easily, about 1 hour. Cool sweet potatoes enough to handle, peel, and puree.
• Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, 1/4 cup cream, and 1 1/2 cups sweet potato puree. Beat in eggs one at a time, blending well after each. Pour filling into crust.
• Bake in 350 degrees F (175 degrees C ) oven until a tester inserted near the center comes out clean, about 1 hour (center may still be slightly jiggly).
• Turn off the oven. Let cake stand 1 hour in oven with door ajar.
• Combine brown sugar and 1/4 cup butter or margarine in a heavy small saucepan. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat, and bring to a boil. Mix in 1/4 cup cream, then nuts. Pour hot topping over cheesecake. Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator.

FLUFFY BAKED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place potatoes directly on middle rack, lining lower rack with foil. Bake until tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Slit potatoes lengthwise, and open. Fluff with a fork, and add topping.
• Classic Topping: Divide 1/2 cup sour cream or creme fraiche among potatoes. Crumble 4 slices cooked bacon and sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped chives over tops. Season with coarse salt and freshly ground pepper.
• Savory Topping: Melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter over medium heat, swirling pan, until just beginning to brown. Swirl in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage. Divide sage butter and 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese among potatoes. Season with coarse salt and cayenne pepper.
• Sweet Topping: Combine 1/2 cup toasted, chopped pecans, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Divide among potatoes. Season with coarse salt.

BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH TOPPINGS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pierce 4 medium sweet potatoes (2 1/2 to 3 pounds) several times with a fork; place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. With a paring knife, cut an X in the top of each potato, and spread open. Add desired topping, and serve immediately.
• BASIC: Dot with softened butter, and season with coarse salt and ground pepper.
• SOUTHWESTERN: Layer with black beans, salsa, shredded Monterey Jack, and chopped cilantro.
• FRENCH: Crumble blue cheese over top, then sprinkle with chopped toasted pecans.
• ALL-AMERICAN: Dollop with sour cream; sprinkle with crumbled bacon and chopped chives.

CREAMY MASHED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes; drain and transfer potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
• Beat potatoes with an electric mixer until smooth; add cream cheese and beat again until smooth. Season potatoes with sea salt.

CHEESY LOADED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with 1" water. Place potatoes in a steamer basket and lower into pot. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Steam until potatoes are fork-tender, 25-30 minutes.
• Place an oven rack about 8" from broiler; preheat broiler. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with 1 Tbsp. oil. Arrange potatoes skin side down on prepared pan. Score or lightly mash flesh with a fork; season all over with salt and pepper. Drizzle with remaining 2 Tbsp. oil, then top with cheese (taking care to keep it on the potatoes, not the pan). Broil potatoes, watching carefully to make sure they don't burn, until cheese is bubbling and golden brown, 3-5 minutes.
• Transfer potatoes to a platter. Serve with sour cream, avocado, radishes, scallions, cilantro, pickled onion, lime wedges, and hot sauce for topping alongside, if desired.
• Do Ahead: Potatoes can be steamed 5 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

SWEET POTATOES WITH CREAM CHEESE TOPPING

Steps:

• Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes and place on a microwave safe plate.
• Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-13 minutes or until tender (turning twice).
• Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
• Make a slice in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork.
• Dollop with cream cheese mixture.

BAKED SWEET POTATO AND CREAM CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C/400 degrees F/gas mark 6.
• Wash the sweet potatoes, prick them with a sharp knife, then sprinkle with a little sea salt. Bake them on the top shelf of the oven for about 50 minutes until soft.
• Mix the chili and spring onion together. To serve the potatoes, make a cut in each potato and open out on a plate. Spoon on some of the cheese, sprinkle on the chili mix, then a handful of rocket, a very fine grating of lemon, sea salt, pepper, a drizzle of olive oil and finally a squeeze of lemon juice on each one. Delicious and so easy.
• (c) Jamie Oliver 2003

MINI SWEET POTATO PIES W/ WHIPPED CINNAMON CREAM CHEESE TOPPING

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• Put the pre-made mini shells inside a greased 24-count mini muffin pan.
• In a large bowl add the yams, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, allspice, brown sugar and caramel sauce. Beat with a hand-held electric mixer until well combined. Dollop 2 to 3 tablespoons of the pie mixture into each shell. Bake until the custard sets, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
• For the Whipped Cinnamon Cream Cheese:.
• Add the cream cheese, cream, sugar and cinnamon to a large bowl. Using a hand-held electric mixer, beat the cream cheese mixture until you reach a frosting consistency. Transfer the mixture to a disposable pastry bag with a star tip. Pipe a small amount of whipped cream cheese on each mini sweet potato pie. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

SAVORY SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and poke each one a few times with a fork. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until very soft. Remove from the oven and let cool until easy to handle. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°F).
• Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
• Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of bacon grease from the skillet. Add the onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Add the thyme and rosemary, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat and let the onions cool slightly.
• Scoop the flesh of the sweet potatoes into a large bowl, discarding the skins. Add the cream, egg, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine. Add the onions and Gruyère cheese, and stir to incorporate.
• Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a 9-inch square glass baking dish.
• Make the topping: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the stuffing and stir until warmed through and slightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
• Sprinkle the crumbled stuffing evenly over the sweet potatoes. Crumble the bacon and evenly sprinkle on top.
• Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, until heated through. If desired, remove the foil and broil on high until the topping is lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Keep an eye on the casserole so it does not burn.
• Remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
• Enjoy!

TWICE-BAKED CREAMY SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-14 minutes or until tender, turning once. , When cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, butter and salt; mix well. Spoon into potato shells., Place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.