🍠 Easy Made Cheesy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Scalloped Sweet Potatoes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from sweet potato lovers and holiday fans)
🧀 Cheesy | 🍂 Sweet & Savory | 🧡 Family-Approved

These Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are a warm, creamy, and cheesy side dish that turns simple sweet potatoes into a comfort-food masterpiece. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any weeknight dinner that deserves a touch of indulgence.

Why You’ll Love These Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🍳 Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 6–8
💰 Budget-Friendly
✨ Flavor: Sweet, creamy, cheesy, lightly spiced
💡 Perfect For: Holiday meals, cozy dinners, family gatherings

Ingredients – Creamy, Cheesy, and Delicious

• 4–5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyère for extra richness)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
• Optional topping: ½ cup panko breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tbsp melted butter

How to Make Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Cheese Sauce

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Cook for 3–4 minutes until thickened, then stir in ¾ cup of cheese until melted.

Step 3: Layer Sweet Potatoes

Arrange half of the sweet potato slices in the prepared dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the layer. Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes and sauce.

Step 4: Add Topping

Sprinkle remaining cheese and optional breadcrumb topping over the top.

Step 5: Bake Until Tender

Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender and top is golden and bubbly.

Step 6: Serve Warm

Let cool for a few minutes, then serve as a cozy, cheesy side dish that everyone will love.

Tips & Variations

• Add a pinch of cayenne for subtle heat
• Mix in cooked bacon bits for a smoky flavor
• Use a combination of cheeses for extra depth
• Make ahead and bake just before serving

What Everyone’s Saying

“Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly sweet. My family devoured it!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Megan R.

“A must-make for Thanksgiving! So easy and so delicious.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Lucas P.

“I added a little pecan topping — incredible flavor and texture.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Samantha H.

Scalloped Sweet Potatoes – Creamy, Cheesy, and Perfectly Layered

These Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are tender, creamy, and loaded with cheesy goodness. Baked until bubbly and golden, they make a comforting side dish for Thanksgiving, holiday dinners, or cozy weeknight meals. A sweet-and-savory favorite everyone will love.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 7

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups sweet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg optional
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

• 9×9-inch baking dish
• Saucepan
• Whisk
• Knife and cutting board

Method

 

Preheat Oven:

1. 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.

Prepare Sauce:

1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened. Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat and stir in half the cheddar cheese.

Assemble:

1. Layer half of the sweet potato slices in the baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes. Repeat layers with remaining sweet potatoes and sauce. Top with remaining cheddar and Parmesan cheese.

Bake:

1. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes until top is golden and bubbly.

Serve Warm:

1. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to a day in advance; bake before serving.

Add flavor: Sprinkle chopped fresh thyme or rosemary between layers.

Thinly slice sweet potatoes for even cooking and creaminess.

FAQ – Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

💡 Note: These Scalloped Sweet Potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and comforting — the ultimate side dish for cozy dinners and holiday feasts!

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