Simple Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Made from just a few ingredients, this sweet potato breakfast bowl is easily customizable and a unique breakfast option to add to your rotation! Besides being gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan (checking all the boxes), this recipe has a high-protein option and comes together in less than 15 minutes!
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Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1 small sweet potato
- A pinch of salt
- Milk of choice to thin
For a sweet bowl:
- A dash of cinnamon
- Sweetener to taste *(see note)
- 1 scoop protein powder of choice preferably vanilla or chocolate (optional) **see note
- Nut butter granola, fruit, and toppings of choice
For a savory bowl:
- A pinch of pepper
- Any toppings of choice
Instructions
- Pierce the skin of the sweet potato all over with a fork. Place the sweet potato on a paper towel and microwave it for 5 minutes, until fork-tender (alternatively, you can steam or roast it). If the potato is not fully cooked, continue to microwave it in 1 minute increments until it can be easily pierced in the center with a fork.
- Allow the sweet potato to cool before handling (you can place it in the fridge or freezer to speed up this process). After a few minutes, peel the potato and place it into a bowl, discarding the skin.
- With a hand mixer or fork, beat the potato with the cinnamon (omit for a savory bowl) and salt until smooth and fluffy. Thin the mixture with the milk until the desired consistency is reached.
- At this point, add protein powder and maple syrup, if using, for a sweet bowl.
- For a savory bowl, omit the cinnamon, protein powder, and maple syrup. Mix in a pinch of pepper and continue to add any toppings.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a serving bowl, garnish with fruit, nut butter, and any other toppings, then enjoy!
Notes
*Any sweetener should be fine to use; I recommend maple syrup or honey.
**If using protein powder, you will need more milk to thin the sweet potato mixture.