Breakfast Sweet Potato with Eggs and Cheese
Breakfast Sweet Potato is a hearty and healthy breakfast recipe made with baked sweet potatoes, eggs, cheese, and turkey bacon.It is easy to prepare, family-friendly, and packed with flavor.Perfect for meal prep, brunch, or a filling morning meal.
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon crumbled
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 scallion minced for topping
- Canola oil for coating potatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Using a fork, prick each potato several times.
- Lightly coat the potatoes with canola oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 60–90 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Slice each potato in half lengthwise using a sharp knife.
- Carefully scoop out the center flesh into a large mixing bowl while keeping the skins intact.
- Place the hollowed sweet potato shells on a baking sheet.
- Add turkey bacon, butter, and shredded cheese to the bowl of sweet potato flesh. Mix until creamy and combined.
- Spoon the filling back into the potato shells.
- Create a small well in the center of each filled potato.
- Crack an egg into each well.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake the Breakfast Sweet Potato for 15–20 minutes or until the eggs are set to your liking.
- Top with minced scallions and serve warm.
Notes
This sweet potato breakfast recipe works beautifully for brunch gatherings or weekend breakfasts. You can also top the potatoes with avocado slices, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.