Recipes Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Sweet Potato 8 Sweet Potato Recipes Like Grandma Used to Make By Hayley Sugg Published on September 15, 2021 Close Photo: Slt Sweet potatoes are a staple in many kitchens, but especially when grandmothers are involved. Starchy and sugary, these spuds are often featured in beloved family recipes like casseroles, pies, breads, and more. It doesn't need to be the holidays to cook up a batch of sweet potatoes just like Grandma. Simply use one of these delicious sweet potato recipes, and you'll be well on your way to enjoying a taste of nostalgia. 01 of 09 Grandma Carol's Southern Sweet Potato Casserole View Recipe Vicki Diane Downs Creamy sweet potatoes, spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, make up the base for this beloved Southern casserole. The secret to this stand-out recipe is flaked coconut in the topping, which adds a floral and tropical twist. 02 of 09 Sarah Contona's Sweet Potato Pie View Recipe Tinlizzy73 A spiced graham cracker crust and decadent filling make this one impressive dessert. "This is different from your normal sweet potato pies, especially the crust and the cream cheese. My grandmother used to make it, then my mother and her sisters made it for many years," shares Jeremy Scarpetta. 03 of 09 Granny's Sweet Potato Bread View Recipe Rae This sweet potato quick bread is excellent no matter what time of day you enjoy it. "One of my favorite recipes made by my grandmother and handed down to me," says Jessica Shelton. "My Granny made this bread as a sweet treat, but it was great for breakfast." 04 of 09 Grandma's Red Hot Southern Sweet Potatoes View Recipe Megan Hot cinnamon candies add a burst of spice to this classic holiday casserole. Don't worry though; the cinnamon flavor is balanced out with a hefty dose of butter, brown sugar, and sweet potatoes. 05 of 09 Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes View Recipe bobagirl Balance out a savory meal with this extra sweet side dish. Reviewer pretty_in_pink_pa says it reminds them of a family favorite: "This is how I have been making my sweet potatoes since I can remember, and how my mother and grandmother did before me." 06 of 09 Mom's Sweet Potato Pie View Recipe Faith N. Move aside pumpkin. It's sweet potatoes time to shine! "This is the recipe that both my mom and grandma have used for years," says Faith N. "Even my picky husband marks this as his favorite pie!" 07 of 09 Indiana's Finest Sweet Potato Casserole View Recipe Slt The best part of this casserole is the streusel-like topping made from flour, brown sugar, butter, and pecans. Reviewer Michelle Savinski Kocar raves, "This is ALWAYS a hit at Thanksgiving — even with Grandma Lucy!" 08 of 09 Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes View Recipe Allrecipes Community You only need four ingredients to whip together this popular sweet potato side dish. "This is the classic sweet potato recipe that my grandmother serves each year for Thanksgiving and Christmas," shares MichelleRene. "It's very simple, yet each time I make it people rave and ask for the recipe. Embarrassingly simple and quite delicious!" 09 of 09 More Grandmother-Made Favorites Browse all of our Sweet Potato Recipes. Our Favorite Potato Recipes From Grandma 17 Beloved Southern Potluck Recipes Just Like Grandma Used to Make Grandma's Best Comfort Food Recipes Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit