Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads Recipe

This decadent sweet potato bake is a game-changer for vegan and veggie lovers! Creamy, sweet, and surprisingly easy to make, this recipe features roasted sweet potatoes blended with silken tofu for an unbelievably smooth and satisfying texture. Topped with crunchy pecans, it's the perfect comforting dish for a cozy night in or a special occasion. Say goodbye to bland vegan meals and hello to deliciousness!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 418.9 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads

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How to Make Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash and pierce 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs total) with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 1 hour, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  3. While sweet potatoes bake, prepare the remaining ingredients.
  4. Once sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel and cut into chunks.
  5. In a high-speed blender, combine the cooked sweet potatoes, 1 block (14 oz) silken tofu, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  6. Lightly grease a small casserole dish (approximately 8x8 inches). Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared dish.
  7. Coarsely chop 1/2 cup pecans and sprinkle evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is lightly golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

166g

Fat

8g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads?

Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads?

Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads has approximately 418.9 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Bake For Veg Heads are Tofu, Sweet Potatoes, Honey, Margarine, Nutmeg, Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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