Sweet Potato Smoothie Recipe

This 7-ingredient sweet potato smoothie tastes like pie that's healthy enough to enjoy for breakfast! Sweet potato creates a naturally thick, sweet, and creamy smoothie, even without banana or yogurt (although, you can certainly add those if you like). It's a great way to use up cooked sweet potato and is packed with satisfying protein and fiber!

A sweet potato smoothie in a glass with a glass straw.

Why You'll Love It

Hooray! Fall is here! And I don't know about you, but I've got sweet potatoes on my mind. From sweet to savory, there's not much sweet potatoes can't do, including being blended into a thick and satisfying smoothie!

And like most smoothies, this recipe is super versatile.

You can switch up the ingredients to accommodate your dietary needs. Also, add flavor and sweetness with fruit, like fresh orange or frozen banana and pineapple!

This sweet potato smoothie is:

dairy-free, vegan, and irresistibly creamy, even without banana
rich in plant-based protein and fiber to help keep you full
a delicious and healthy way to enjoy sweet potatoes!

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Why You'll Love It
Sweet Potato Smoothie Ingredients
Plan Ahead
Tips for Blending
How to Store Leftover Smoothie
Smoothie FAQs
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A labeled photo of the 7 ingredients needed to make sweet potato smoothie.

Sweet Potato Smoothie Ingredients

cooked sweet potato - This is the only part of the recipe that requires some planning ahead. I often bake a bunch of sweet potatoes on Sunday for meal prep. Then, straight from the fridge, the sweet potato flesh is nice and cold and ready to be blended. If preferred, you can also use steamed or roasted sweet potato in the smoothie.
non-dairy milk - Use any type of milk you enjoy, like almond, soy, or oat milk.
rolled oats (optional) - I really wanted the sweet potato to be the star of this smoothie, which meant no fruit! So I decided to add a small amount of oats to boost the creaminess. You can also add a non-dairy yogurt, if you like. For a homemade option, try my cashew yogurt, tofu yogurt, or almond milk yogurt.
nuts or seeds - Adding some fat from nut or seed butter or whole nuts or seeds makes any smoothie more satisfying. Flavor-wise, I really like almond butter here, although peanut butter and sweet potatoes are a surprisingly tasty combo, too. If you have an allergy to nuts, hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds are perfect.
protein powder - I use vanilla Orgain. This adds sweetness and flavor to the smoothie, so keep that in mind if you decide to substitute with an unsweetened protein powder.
spices - To give this smoothie the flavor of sweet potato pie, ground cinnamon is a must. Ginger and nutmeg are optional but also taste nice. Pumpkin spice blend is also great!
ice cubes - Since there's no frozen fruit in this smoothie, I like to add ice to cool it down and add volume.

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Plan Ahead

Ideally, cook the sweet potato in advance so it has time to cool, and then chill in the fridge. You wouldn't want to add hot sweet potato to the blender, unless you want a warm smoothie! Then is it even a smoothie, or is it like a dessert soup? Anyway...

You can also speed chill the cooked, soft sweet potato flesh in the freezer if you're craving this sweet treat the same day.

Tips for Blending

Start on low speed and gradually increase the blender to high speed.
Since this smoothie isn't made with a lot of frozen fruit, you'll want to add ice to cool it down. Ice also makes it nice and frothy!
If you prefer smoothies with less sweetness, you probably won't need the optional maple syrup or want to add any fruit. Although, this will also depend on how sweet your sweet potatoes are.

How to Store Leftover Smoothie

For the best flavor and nutrition, smoothies are best enjoyed immediately after blending. But since this sweet potato smoothie doesn't include fresh leafy greens or fruit, it keeps better than most smoothies.

Store it in an airtight jar in the refrigerator, and enjoy within 36 hours for the best taste.

You can also freeze this smoothie! If you have a lot of sweet potatoes to use up, this is a great option. You can prepare multiple servings, and divide them among a few freezer-safe containers.

To thaw, leave the smoothie in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Stir, shake, or blend briefly before serving.

Smoothie FAQs

What type of sweet potato should I use?

Any of the orange-fleshed sweet potatoes you typically find at the grocery store will work well here. I do find that organic sweet potatoes tend to be sweeter and more flavorful than conventional. Stokes purple sweet potato could also be used and will create a beautiful smoothie!

Do I need a high-speed blender?

A Vitamix or similar high-speed blender will create the creamiest smoothie, especially if you decide to add whole nuts, seeds, or frozen fruit. But for this sweet potato smoothie recipe, if you use nut butter, a standard blender should be fine.

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