This delectable, savory, vegan version of baked sweet potatoes is a perfect side dish. Not at all sugary – only subtly sweet with a hint of spice – they pair beautifully with everything from braised tofu to veggie burgers. I love having these and a salad or a bowl of soup. With a soft, fluffy texture on the inside and a crispy crust on top, they’re yummy goodness.
Submitted by
The Carrot Underground
Published on October 1, 2019
Yield:
8 sweet potato halves
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Ingredients
Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings
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4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
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1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
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4 ounces vegan cream cheese
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3 tablespoons vegan butter
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3 tablespoons vegan brown sugar
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1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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¼ teaspoon cinnamon
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⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
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½ cup panko bread crumbs
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4 slices vegan Cheddar cheese
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½ cup chopped fresh parsley
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⅓ cup finely sliced green onions
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1 pinch ground nutmeg
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Pierce sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Rub 1 tablespoon sea salt into potato skins. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven until a sharp knife easily cuts into potatoes, 50 to 60 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Leave the oven on; cut potatoes in half lengthwise.
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Scoop out each potato half into a large bowl, making sure to keep the outer peel/shell intact. Mash the cooked sweet potato flesh thoroughly, until smooth, then add cream cheese, butter, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, and ginger. Mix completely. Spoon filling into each potato skin. Place filled skins back onto the parchment-lined pan. Sprinkle with panko bread crumbs. Cut vegan Cheddar into strips and layer onto potatoes like lattice.
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Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are just beginning to brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with parsley and green onions. Bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining nutmeg prior to serving.
Cook’s Notes:
You can use yams instead of sweet potatoes.
Use any kind of vegan sliced cheese you prefer.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
252 | Calories |
11g | Fat |
36g | Carbs |
5g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 |
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Calories 252 |
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% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 11g |
14% |
Saturated Fat 4g |
21% |
Sodium 1221mg |
53% |
Total Carbohydrate 36g |
13% |
Dietary Fiber 5g |
17% |
Total Sugars 10g |
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Protein 5g |
9% |
Vitamin C 9mg |
10% |
Calcium 48mg |
4% |
Iron 12mg |
64% |
Potassium 431mg |
9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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